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Updated January 10, 2024·
The Acer Swift 3 is significantly less expensive, has a longer battery life, and its light weight makes it highly portable, ideal for general use and carrying around. However, the ASUS ROG Flow X13, while more expensive, delivers superior performance for 3D rendering, machine learning, gaming, and engineering tasks thanks to its high-end processor and graphics. It also features a higher resolution touchscreen with a taller aspect ratio, which could benefit creative or professional work. Choose the Swift 3 if you prioritize budget and portability; opt for the Flow X13 if performance in demanding applications is key. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Acer Swift 3
- Very good battery life
Advantages of the ASUS ROG Flow X13
- Very good for general use
- Very good for engineering and design
- Good for gaming and AI
- Very good for software development
- Very good for content creation
- Very good overall display quality
- Very good overall build quality
- Good speakers
- Very good keyboard
Key differences
Gaming and AI
6.3
7.8
3.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
7.4/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
165Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
Yes
8.7/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.2/10
The ASUS ROG Flow X13 is good for gaming and AI, while the Acer Swift 3 is only fair.
The ASUS ROG Flow X13 is rated better for gaming and 3D tasks primarily because it features a more powerful Nvidia RTX 4070 GPU and a higher screen refresh rate of 165Hz, which are pivotal for smooth and detailed gaming visuals. In contrast, the Acer Swift 3 is equipped with a less capable integrated Intel Iris Xe GPU and a standard 60Hz screen refresh rate, making it less suited for intensive gaming and 3D applications.
Engineering and Design
7.1
8.5
7.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.2/10
3.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
7.4/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The ASUS ROG Flow X13 is very good for engineering and design, while the Acer Swift 3 is good.
The Acer Swift 3 is suitable for engineering and design with its decent CPU and integrated graphics, appropriately high RAM and screen quality, but faces limitations in more graphics-intensive tasks unlike the ASUS ROG Flow X13 which, with its more powerful CPU, dedicated GPU, and superior screen resolution, excels in demanding applications. However, the ASUS ROG Flow X13, while still portable, is less so than the Acer due to its slightly heavier build and reduced battery life but offers a better overall package for engineering and design with its convertible 2-in-1 design and higher screen refresh rate, providing flexibility and smoother visuals.
Content Creation
7.6
8.2
7.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.2/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The ASUS ROG Flow X13 is very good for content creation, while the Acer Swift 3 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.
Screen Quality
6.8
8.4
14.0in
SIZE
13.4in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
165Hz
309.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
511.0 nits
The ASUS ROG Flow X13 has a better screen than the Acer Swift 3 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
The Acer Swift 3, with its adequate resolution and brightness, offers a pleasant viewing experience for everyday tasks and engineering applications, which demand sharpness and color accuracy; however, its lack of high refresh rate restrains the gaming and 3D experience. The ASUS ROG Flow X13 provides a superior visual experience across the board with enhanced color reproduction essential for precise engineering and design work, but for gaming and 3D modeling, it falls short due to insufficient refresh rates. Both laptops, while catering well to general use and professional design tasks, aren't optimal for gaming and 3D applications that benefit significantly from smoother motion and reduced screen tearing.
Battery
12.0 Hours
8.0 Hours
The Acer Swift 3 has 12 hours of battery life. The ASUS ROG Flow X13 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.
Build Quality
7.4
8.5
The ASUS ROG Flow X13 has very good build quality, while the Acer Swift 3 has good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$500
$2,500
$0
$1,000
$2,000
$3,000
$4,000
The Acer Swift 3 has a price of $500 and the ASUS ROG Flow X13 costs $2,500.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.7
8.1
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
309.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
511.0 nits
12.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
8.0 Hours
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.5/10
8.9/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.7/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers ASUS ROG Flow X13 to be very good for general use, while the Acer Swift 3 is good.
The ASUS ROG Flow X13 outperforms the Acer Swift 3 in general use primarily due to its more powerful AMD Ryzen CPU and superior Nvidia RTX GPU, leading to better overall performance, and its higher quality screen with better resolution, brightness, and color coverage, enhancing visual experiences. However, the Acer Swift 3 offers a slightly better battery life and a higher portability score, indicating ease of transport and longer use without charging, making it a solid option for everyday tasks and on-the-go users.
Software Development
7.6
8.0
7.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.2/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.5/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers ASUS ROG Flow X13 to be very good for software development, while the Acer Swift 3 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.
Portability
Very Good
Very Good
14.0in
SIZE
13.4in
2.7 lbs
WEIGHT
2.8 lbs
0.6in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The Acer Swift 3 and ASUS ROG Flow X13 both have very good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
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Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Acer Swift 3 | ASUS ROG Flow X13 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$500 | $2,500 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2023 | May 1, 2023 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 12.6'' x 8.3'' x 0.63'' | 11.8'' x 8.4'' x 0.7'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 2.76 lbs | 2.87 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 12.6" | 11.77" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 8.3" | 8.35" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i5-1240P | AMD Ryzen 9 7940HS | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 512 GB | 1024 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 12 Hours | 8 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 56 Wh | 75 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 14" | 13.4" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 2560 x 1600 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 165Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 309 nits | 511 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.4/10 | 8.5/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 8.9/10 | 8.8/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | Yes | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 8.8/10 | 7.3/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 7/10 | 8.5/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 6.5/10 | 7.5/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 1080p | 1080p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | Yes | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | No | No | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 2 | 1 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 2 | 2 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 3 | 3 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | 4 | N/A | |
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Sebastian Jentsch | February 2022
"With the Swift 3, Acer delivers a 14-inch laptop with a sleek, slim metal chassis. The latter is of high quality and sturdy enough for everyday use, which is a real plus point among the 700-Euro (~$798) models. A new feature is Thunderbolt 4 in the Type-C format for peripherals or even displays (DisplayPort via Type-C). Unfortunately, a card reader is still missing, and the RAM is completely onboard, so there are no upgrade options here. Acer's 14-incher is affordable, yet it does everything most would want from a truly mobile laptop: Long battery life, a great display, quality, sufficient ports, light weight, and low noise and heat emissions."
ASUS ROG Flow X13
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Sebastian Bade | February 2021
"The Asus ROG Flow X13 is not an off-the-shelf convertible. This quickly becomes clear when you take a closer look at the technical specs. The AMD Ryzen 9 5980HS is a state-of-the-art SoC with 8 cores and 16 threads, which also makes the 2-in-1 interesting as a work device. With 32 GB of RAM and a 1 TB SSD, gamers are also well taken care of. The dedicated Nvidia GeForce GTX 1650 Max-Q fits well into the overall concept and ensures a solid 3D performance. With the eGPU dock, which is equipped with a GeForce RTX 3080, the small convertible transforms into a full-fledged desktop replacement in terms of performance."
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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 ASUS
ASUS, a Taiwanese electronics brand, is one of the largest personal computer vendor by market share. The majority of their laptops are targeted towards personal use or gaming. Their most popular product lines include the budget-friendly VivoBook, more premium ZenBook, and their TUF and ROG gaming laptops, the latter of which has a reputation for excellent gaming performance.
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