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Updated January 10, 2024·
Choosing between the Acer Swift 14 and the Lenovo ThinkBook 13s depends greatly on what you value most in a laptop. The Acer Swift 14 demands a higher price but provides better general use performance, slightly higher portability, and a display with higher brightness and more vibrant colors, making it suitable for intensive tasks and better for multimedia content. Meanwhile, the Lenovo ThinkBook 13s is less expensive and still offers solid performance for general use and engineering, with a professional look and Windows 11 Pro installed, which could be beneficial for business use. Both laptops have similar battery life, but if portability and cost savings are your priority, the ThinkBook 13s is the stronger option. If you need better display quality and can stretch your budget, the Swift 14 could be the right pick for you. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Acer Swift 14
- Very good for general use
- Very good for software development
- Very good for content creation
Advantages of the Lenovo ThinkBook 13s
- Very good speakers
Key differences
Software Development
8.2
7.7
9.0/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The Acer Swift 14 is very good for software development, while the Lenovo ThinkBook 13s 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
7.2
14.0in
SIZE
13.3in
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
458.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
336.0 nits
The Acer Swift 14 has a better screen than the Lenovo ThinkBook 13s for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
When evaluating laptops for general use, the Acer Swift 14's high resolution and bright display outperform Lenovo ThinkBook 13s, offering clearer and more vibrant visuals, which is less pronounced but still favorable in the context of engineering and design due to its wider color coverage. However, the Lenovo ThinkBook 13s maintains a level of color accuracy that's suitable for most engineering and design tasks but may fall short for color-critical work. For gaming and 3D tasks, both laptops are limited by their lower refresh rates compared to specialized gaming laptops, causing them to be less responsive and smooth, making them less ideal for fast-paced or immersive 3D environments.
Cost
$1,400
$1,000
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The Acer Swift 14 has a price of $1,400 and the Lenovo ThinkBook 13s costs $1,000.
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Key similarities
General Use
8.2
7.8
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
458.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
336.0 nits
9.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
8.0 Hours
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
9.0/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
9.0/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Acer Swift 14 to be very good for general use, while the Lenovo ThinkBook 13s is good.
The Acer Swift 14 stands out for general use with a more robust CPU, double the storage, and a brighter screen, which contributes to an overall superb experience; though it's slightly less portable than the Lenovo ThinkBook 13s, which delivers a solid all-around performance but with less storage and lower screen brightness. Both offer comparable battery life and RAM, quality keyboards and speakers, and manage heat well, but the Swift 14's higher portability and screen scores give it an edge for diverse everyday tasks.
Gaming and AI
6.7
6.4
3.8/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.8/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
8.7/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
8.3/10
The Acer Swift 14 and Lenovo ThinkBook 13s are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The Acer Swift 14 offers better gaming and 3D performance due to its more advanced Intel i7-13700H processor and the same integrated Iris Xe graphics as the Lenovo ThinkBook 13s, which features an older Intel i7-1260P CPU; both share the same screen refresh rate. While the ThinkBook 13s also has an IPS display with similar resolution, the Swift 14 boasts higher screen brightness and color coverage, enhancing visual fidelity for gaming and 3D applications.
Engineering and Design
7.9
7.5
9.0/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
3.8/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.8/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Acer Swift 14 and Lenovo ThinkBook 13s are both good for engineering and design.
The Acer Swift 14 excels in engineering and design due to its higher-end CPU which allows for better multifaceted performance in computational tasks and its higher storage capacity beneficial for large projects, complemented by a high-quality screen with excellent brightness and color coverage. On the other hand, the Lenovo ThinkBook 13s, while also capable for such tasks with a strong CPU and high-quality display, offers less storage but gains slightly in portability and also runs Windows Pro providing additional features for business users.
Content Creation
8.2
7.8
9.0/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Acer Swift 14 to be very good for content creation, while the Lenovo ThinkBook 13s 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.
Battery
9.0 Hours
8.0 Hours
The Acer Swift 14 has 9 hours of battery life. The Lenovo ThinkBook 13s 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.
Portability
Excellent
Excellent
14.0in
SIZE
13.3in
2.6 lbs
WEIGHT
2.9 lbs
0.5in
THICKNESS
0.5in
The Acer Swift 14 and Lenovo ThinkBook 13s both have excellent portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.4
7.6
The Lenovo ThinkBook 13s and Acer Swift 14 both have good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
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How the Acer Swift 14 and the Lenovo ThinkBook 13s compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Acer Swift 14 | Lenovo ThinkBook 13s |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,400 | $1,000 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | March 1, 2023 | May 1, 2022 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 12.2'' x 8.4'' x 0.59'' | 11.7'' x 8.3'' x 0.59'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 2.65 lbs | 2.9 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 12.22" | 11.7" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 8.4" | 8.3" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i7-13700H | Intel i7-1260P | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 1024 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 9 Hours | 8 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 56 Wh | 56 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 14" | 13.3" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 2560 x 1600 | 2560 x 1600 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 458 nits | 336 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.4/10 | 7.6/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 9.1/10 | 9.1/10 | |
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 | 8.4/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 7/10 | 7.5/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 6.5/10 | 8.8/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 1440p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | Yes | Yes | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | No | No | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 2 | 0 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 2 | 3 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 3 | 3 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | 4 | 4 | |
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Rtings
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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The Verge
Monica Chin | July 2021
"The best thing about the ThinkBook 13S is that it’s a good deal. Business buyers looking for ThinkPad-level performance and software without ThinkPad pricing will probably find the ThinkBook a solid option. While nothing about it is really spectacular, it’s certainly unusual to see the ThinkBook’s screen resolution at a sub-$1,000 price, and its performance will be more than adequate for most office tasks. The generous port selection, 16:10 aspect ratio, physical webcam shutter, and clear audio are certainly icing on the cake."
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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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