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Updated January 12, 2024·
The Acer Swift 14 is a midrange laptop that offers higher performance with a modern processor and better graphics capabilities compared to the budget-friendly Lenovo V15. It also has a higher quality display with a sharper image, which could be beneficial for tasks where visual detail matters. The Acer is also lighter and thinner, making it more portable, but its battery life may not be as long-lasting as the Lenovo. The Lenovo V15, on the other hand, while less powerful and having a lower quality display, offers good performance for everyday tasks and could be sufficient if you do not require high-end capabilities. It is also heavier and thicker, which could impact portability but it may have a longer battery life due to a less demanding processor and display. If you prioritize performance and quality for more intensive tasks and a better display, the Acer might justify the higher cost. However, if you're looking for a laptop for basic tasks with a longer battery life and a more economical price, the Lenovo V15 could be a better choice. 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 keyboard
Advantages of the Lenovo V15
- The Lenovo V15 has no clear advantages over the Acer Swift 14.
Key differences
General Use
8.2
7.3
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
TN
458.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
231.0 nits
9.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
8.0 Hours
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.5/10
9.0/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.6/10
The Acer Swift 14 is very good for general use, while the Lenovo V15 is good.
The Acer Swift 14 stands out for its superior screen quality with higher resolution, brightness, and color accuracy making it well suited for tasks that benefit from clear and vibrant displays; additionally, its lighter weight and longer battery life offer better portability for users on the go. On the other hand, while the Lenovo V15 also has good features for general use, such as comparable RAM and processing power for everyday tasks, it is held back by a lower-quality TN screen and shorter battery life, which might affect those needing to work for longer periods away from power sources or those who prioritize display quality.
Gaming and AI
6.7
6.1
3.8/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
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 Lenovo V15 are both only fair for gaming and AI, though the Acer Swift 14 is somewhat better.
The Acer Swift 14 offers a better gaming and 3D experience with a more powerful Intel i7 processor and Iris Xe graphics, compared to the Lenovo V15 which has a decent AMD Ryzen 5 5500U processor and Vega 7 graphics. Additionally, the Swift's higher quality IPS display with a resolution of 2560 x 1600 will provide sharper and more vibrant visuals than the V15's TN panel at 1920 x 1080 resolution, although both have the same screen refresh rate.
Engineering and Design
7.9
6.3
9.0/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.6/10
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 Lenovo V15 is only fair.
The Acer Swift 14 outperforms the Lenovo V15 in engineering and design tasks primarily due to its more powerful CPU, superior integrated GPU, and higher-quality IPS screen with better resolution and color coverage, factors crucial for demanding applications and detailed visuals. While both laptops have the same amount of RAM and storage, the Lenovo V15 falls short with a less capable CPU, lower-end GPU, and a basic TN screen, which compromises the richness of the display and overall performance, despite its slight advantage in portability and nearly identical keyboard quality.
Content Creation
8.2
7.3
9.0/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.6/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
TN
The Acer Swift 14 is very good for content creation, while the Lenovo V15 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
7.1
9.0/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.6/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.5/10
The Acer Swift 14 is very good for software development, while the Lenovo V15 is good.
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
5.4
14.0in
SIZE
15.6in
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
TN
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
458.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
231.0 nits
The Acer Swift 14 has a better screen than the Lenovo V15 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
The Acer Swift 14 offers a display with higher resolution and brighter visuals, which enhances the experience for general tasks and detailed engineering work, while its color accuracy benefits professional design applications. The Lenovo V15's screen, with lower resolution and brightness, struggles to provide the crisp and vibrant display needed for general use and lacks the color fidelity essential for engineering and design tasks. For gaming and 3D applications, the Acer Swift 14 falls short due to a lower refresh rate, which is critical for smooth motion, whereas the Lenovo V15 is limited in the same area and also doesn't provide the fine details or panel quality that enhance those experiences.
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 Lenovo V15 has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.4
6.7
The Acer Swift 14 has good build quality, while the Lenovo V15 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
$579
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The Acer Swift 14 has a price of $1,400 and the Lenovo V15 costs $579.
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Battery
9.0 Hours
8.0 Hours
The Acer Swift 14 has 9 hours of battery life. The Lenovo V15 has 8 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.
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How the Acer Swift 14 and the Lenovo V15 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Acer Swift 14 | Lenovo V15 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,400 | $579 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | March 1, 2023 | April 1, 2022 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 12.2'' x 8.4'' x 0.59'' | 14.1'' x 9.3'' x 0.78'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 2.65 lbs | 3.75 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 12.22" | 14.1" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 8.4" | 9.3" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i7-13700H | AMD Ryzen 5 5500U | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 1 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 1024 GB | 1024 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 9 Hours | 8 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 56 Wh | 38 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 14" | 15.6" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | TN | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 2560 x 1600 | 1920 x 1080 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 458 nits | 231 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.4/10 | 6.8/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 9.1/10 | 7.7/10 | |
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 | 6.5/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 6.5/10 | 4.8/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 1440p | 480p | |
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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Marvin Gollor | April 2022
"The strengths of the Lenovo V15 G2 AMD lie in its expandability of the RAM and allowing you to use two SSDs, in its performance that goes beyond everyday applications thanks to AMD's hexa-core CPU and Vega-7 iGPU, in its good keyboard, and its relatively robust case. In addition, the battery life of the office laptop is also acceptable, and the device stays cool and relatively quiet."
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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 Lenovo
Lenovo is a Chinese technology company, and one of the largest personal computer vendor. They are well known for a variety of technology products, including laptops. Their consumer series include their entry level IdeaPad and LOQ series and mid-to-high-end Yoga and Legion series. On the business-oriented side, their series include their entry-level ThinkBook series and mid-to-high-end ThinkPad series. Lenovo laptops offer strong performance for reasonable prices, and are often on sale.
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