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Updated January 12, 2024·
If you're looking for high-end features, sleek design, and possibly better performance often found in premium laptops, the Acer Swift 14 may justify its higher price. This might suit you well if your work involves more demanding applications or if you favor a machine with a potentially more robust build quality. On the other hand, the HP Pavilion 15, being less expensive, may offer a better value if you're primarily using your laptop for everyday tasks like web browsing, document editing, or other non-intensive uses. Additionally, you might prefer the typically larger screen size of the HP for watching videos or multitasking. However, the tradeoff could be slightly lower performance or build quality compared to the costlier Acer Swift 14, along with potentially shortened battery life due to a larger display. Consider portability as well; a larger laptop can be less convenient to carry around. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Acer Swift 14
- Very good for general use
- Good for engineering and design
- Very good for software development
- Very good for content creation
- Good overall display quality
- Good overall build quality
- Excellent portability
- Good battery life
- Good keyboard
Advantages of the HP Pavilion 15
- The HP Pavilion 15 has no clear advantages over the Acer Swift 14.
Key differences
General Use
8.2
7.0
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
TN
458.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
220.0 nits
9.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
3.0 Hours
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.2/10
9.0/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.7/10
The Acer Swift 14 is very good for general use, while the HP Pavilion 15 is good.
The Acer Swift 14 offers a much higher-resolution display, a powerful CPU, and superior portability with a lower weight and a slightly better battery life, making it very good for general use. In comparison, the HP Pavilion 15 provides a decent general-use experience with the same storage and RAM, but with a less powerful CPU, a lower-resolution screen and it is less portable due to its higher weight, thus it's considered good for general tasks.
Gaming and AI
6.7
6.0
3.8/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
8.7/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
8.7/10
The Acer Swift 14 and HP Pavilion 15 are both only fair for gaming and AI, though the Acer Swift 14 is somewhat better.
The Acer Swift 14 tops the HP Pavilion 15 for gaming and 3D performance primarily because the former carries a more powerful Intel Iris Xe graphics chip, whereas the latter has a standard Intel UHD Xe G4, less suited for demanding visual tasks. Additionally, while both laptops have the same screen refresh rate, the screen resolution and quality are superior on the Acer Swift 14, offering more detailed and vibrant visuals necessary for gaming and 3D applications.
Engineering and Design
7.9
6.2
9.0/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.2/10
3.8/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Acer Swift 14 is good for engineering and design, while the HP Pavilion 15 is only fair.
The Acer Swift 14 is equipped with a more advanced CPU, superior integrated GPU, and high-quality screen, making it better suited for demanding engineering and design tasks. In comparison, the HP Pavilion 15 has a more basic CPU and GPU and a lower resolution screen, which may not perform as well for complex graphics work and multitasking, although it is still capable of handling standard tasks reasonably well.
Content Creation
8.2
7.1
9.0/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.2/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
TN
The Acer Swift 14 is very good for content creation, while the HP Pavilion 15 is good.
PerfectRec’s Content Creation Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for photo editing, video editing and other content creation tasks.
Software Development
8.2
6.6
9.0/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.2/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.2/10
The Acer Swift 14 is very good for software development, while the HP Pavilion 15 is only fair.
PerfectRec’s Software Development Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for software developers.
Screen Quality
7.6
5.3
14.0in
SIZE
15.6in
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
TN
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
458.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
220.0 nits
The Acer Swift 14 has a better screen than the HP Pavilion 15 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
For general use, the Acer Swift 14 stands out with a brighter display and sharper resolution, making it easier on the eyes during activities like browsing and watching videos, while the HP Pavilion 15 falls short in these areas, resulting in a less vibrant and crisp viewing experience. When it comes to engineering and design, the Acer Swift 14's wider color gamut ensures more accurate color representation which is paramount for detailed and color-sensitive work, unlike the Pavilion 15 that lacks in this regard, possibly leading to less precise color work. Lastly, for 3D tasks and gaming, the Acer Swift 14 doesn't have the high refresh rate required for smooth motion rendering, which is a significant drawback, while the HP Pavilion 15 also faces this issue, making neither ideal for high-frame-rate gaming or fast-paced 3D simulations.
Battery
9.0 Hours
3.0 Hours
The Acer Swift 14 has 9 hours of battery life. The HP Pavilion 15 has 3 hours of battery life.
Battery life estimate is based on a mix of common use patterns. More portable and higher performing laptops tend to have less battery life.
Portability
Excellent
Good
14.0in
SIZE
15.6in
2.6 lbs
WEIGHT
3.7 lbs
0.5in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The Acer Swift 14 has excellent portability, while the HP Pavilion 15 has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.4
6.2
The Acer Swift 14 has good build quality, while the HP Pavilion 15 has only fair build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$1,400
$500
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The Acer Swift 14 has a price of $1,400 and the HP Pavilion 15 costs $500.
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How the Acer Swift 14 and the HP Pavilion 15 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Acer Swift 14 | HP Pavilion 15 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,400 | $500 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | March 1, 2023 | August 1, 2020 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 12.2'' x 8.4'' x 0.59'' | 14.1'' x 9.5'' x 0.71'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 2.65 lbs | 3.75 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 12.22" | 14.1" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 8.4" | 9.53" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i7-13700H | Intel i3-1115G4 | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 1024 GB | 1024 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 9 Hours | 3 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 56 Wh | 51 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 14" | 15.6" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | TN | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 2560 x 1600 | 1366 x 768 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 458 nits | 220 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.4/10 | 6.3/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 9.1/10 | 7.8/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 8.8/10 | 8.8/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 7/10 | 6.3/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 6.5/10 | 6.5/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 1440p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | Yes | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | No | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | No | Yes | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 2 | 2 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 2 | 1 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | No | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 3 | 1 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | 4 | N/A | |
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Olivier Martin, Ryan Lim, John Peroramas | April 2023
"The Acer Swift 14 is good for school use. Its compact design makes it easy to carry around, and its battery lasts easily through a typical school day. You can configure the laptop with an FHD+ or QHD+ display; both look sharp and get bright enough to combat glare. The keyboard feels tactile but can be a little tiring to type on over an extended period, and while the touchpad is small, it's responsive to all movements and gestures. Its Intel 13th Gen. CPU can handle nearly every type of workload; however, its integrated graphics perform poorly, so it isn't ideal for students in technical fields like 3D graphics."
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Alex Cox | August 2022
"The HP Pavilion 15 carries a fair amount of power and a sharp display in its handsome slimline shell. It's not perfect, but it's a hard worker. This is wonderfully designed and totes a heck of a lot of desktop power, with the added benefit of a decent webcam and a full-sized keyboard. If you're getting down to business on a budget, it's a great fit."
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About Acer
Acer is a prominent Taiwanese electronics brand which makes a wide range of laptops, with multiple product lines catering to personal use, gaming, and business use. They are renowned for having exceptional value for money, as they frequently offer good specifications at a lower price than other manufacturers.
About HP
HP, also known as Hewlett-Packard, is an American technology company that develops personal computers and computer peripherals. In the laptop industry, HP is known for its entry level Essential series laptops, its mid-range Pavilion, Envy, and Victus series, and high-end Omen and Spectre series, in addition to its business-oriented EliteBook, ProBook, and Dragonfly series laptops. HP laptops generally undercut other mainstream competitors in terms of price, placing itself as the value-oriented mainstream brand.
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