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Updated February 26, 2024·
Considering your needs and budget is crucial when choosing between these laptops. The Acer Swift Edge is more budget-friendly and offers good everyday performance with higher portability due to its lighter weight, making it ideal for general use and commuting. However, if your tasks involve more demanding applications, such as 3D rendering, machine learning, or gaming, the ASUS ROG Strix might be the better option despite its higher cost and heavier build, as it delivers superior performance and has a more robust cooling system to handle intensive workloads. Remember, the tradeoff for the ASUS's high performance is less portability and a steeper price. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Acer Swift Edge 16
- Very good portability
Advantages of the ASUS ROG Strix G16 (2024)
- Very good for general use
- Very good for gaming and AI
- Very good for software development
- Very good speakers
- Good keyboard
Key differences
Gaming and AI
6.7
8.4
4.0/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.5/10
3200 x 2000
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
Yes
8.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.2/10
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 (2024) is very good for gaming and AI, while the Acer Swift Edge 16 is only fair.
The Acer Swift Edge 16 offers satisfactory graphics capabilities for gaming and 3D applications, but the ASUS ROG Strix G16 boasts a more powerful GPU and a higher screen refresh rate, providing smoother visuals and an enhanced experience for demanding graphics tasks. While both have competent CPUs and good screen quality, the ASUS's superior graphics performance makes it a superior choice for serious gaming and advanced 3D work.
Engineering and Design
8.1
8.8
8.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.9/10
4.0/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.5/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 (2024) and Acer Swift Edge 16 are both very good for engineering and design, though the ASUS ROG Strix G16 (2024) is somewhat better.
The Acer Swift Edge offers solid performance with a capable CPU, ample RAM, and a high-quality screen, making it suitable for engineering tasks and design work; however, its GPU may not handle the most intensive tasks as smoothly as desired. On the other hand, the ASUS ROG Strix provides a more powerful CPU, more RAM, and a superior GPU, plus a high-quality screen that excels in demanding engineering and graphics applications, but it's less portable and could have a louder operating noise.
Screen Quality
8.8
8.8
16.0in
SIZE
16.0in
3200 x 2000
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
383.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
459.0 nits
The Acer Swift Edge 16 has a better screen than the ASUS ROG Strix G16 for general use, and engineering and design, while the ASUS ROG Strix G16 has a better screen for gaming and AI, content creation, and software development.
For general use, the Acer Swift Edge 16's superior resolution and brightness provide a more vivid and clear viewing experience, making it excellent for day-to-day tasks like web browsing and video streaming. In engineering and design work, the Swift Edge's wide color gamuts ensure high color accuracy which is essential for precision tasks but it falls short in gaming and 3D due to a lower refresh rate that can make fast-paced visuals less smooth. The ASUS ROG Strix has very good screen quality across general and engineering use cases, but its gaming and 3D performance suffer similarly because of a refresh rate that doesn't support high-framerate gaming as well.
Battery
7.0 Hours
8.0 Hours
The Acer Swift Edge 16 has 7 hours of battery life. The ASUS ROG Strix G16 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
Very Good
Fair
16.0in
SIZE
16.0in
2.7 lbs
WEIGHT
5.5 lbs
0.5in
THICKNESS
1.0in
The Acer Swift Edge 16 has very good portability, while the ASUS ROG Strix G16 (2024) has only fair portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.2
7.8
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 (2024) and Acer Swift Edge 16 both have good build quality, though the ASUS ROG Strix G16 (2024) has somewhat better build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$820
$1,590
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The Acer Swift Edge 16 has a price of $820 and the ASUS ROG Strix G16 (2024) costs $1,590.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.9
8.1
3200 x 2000
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
383.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
459.0 nits
7.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
8.0 Hours
6.7/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
8.8/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
6.4/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers ASUS ROG Strix G16 (2024) to be very good for general use, while the Acer Swift Edge 16 is good.
The Acer Swift Edge 16, with sufficient power and memory, is lightweight and offers lasting battery life, making it suitable for everyday tasks and easy to carry, while its screen provides clear visuals. In contrast, the ASUS ROG Strix G16 showcases superior processing and memory capabilities, an excellent screen for vivid images, and is tailored for high-performance needs but is heavier and might have shorter battery life.
Content Creation
8.1
8.4
8.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.9/10
3200 x 2000
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 (2024) and Acer Swift Edge 16 are both very good for content creation.
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
7.9
8.0
8.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.9/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
3200 x 2000
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
6.7/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers ASUS ROG Strix G16 (2024) to be very good for software development, while the Acer Swift Edge 16 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.
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How the Acer Swift Edge 16 and the ASUS ROG Strix G16 (2024) compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
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| Acer Swift Edge 16 | ASUS ROG Strix G16 (2024) |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$820 | $1,590 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2023 | January 1, 2024 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14.1'' x 9.7'' x 0.51'' | 13.9'' x 10.4'' x 1.05'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 2.73 lbs | 5.51 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.08" | 13.94" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.68" | 10.39" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | AMD Ryzen 7 7840U | Intel i9-14900HX | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 1024 GB | 1024 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 7 Hours | 8 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 54 Wh | 90 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 16" | 16" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | OLED | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 3200 x 2000 | 2560 x 1600 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 120Hz | 240Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 383 nits | 459 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.2/10 | 7.8/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 8.9/10 | 6.5/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | Yes | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 8/10 | 7.3/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 6.8/10 | 7.5/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 6.5/10 | 8/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 1080p | 720p | |
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 | 2 | |
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 | N/A | 4 | |
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Acer Swift Edge 16
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Matthew S. Smith | October 2023
"The Acer Swift Edge 16 is a solid super thin-and-light that pairs a large, gorgeous 16-inch display with portable design that rivals the weight of LG’s superlight Gram 16. Remarkably, Acer achieves this at a lower price point without sacrificing performance. Boring design and disappointing battery life hold the laptop back from stardom, but its rivals frequently suffer in these areas, too. That makes the Swift Edge 16 an alluring value pick."
ASUS ROG Strix G16 (2024)
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Marc Herter | March 2023
"With the mobile Nvidia GeForce RTX 4080, the Asus ROG Stix G16 hits the sweet spot between performance and cooling. The G16 also does not have to shy away from direct comparison with its supposedly stronger family member, the ROG Strix Scar 18 with its RTX 4090, as most benchmarks of the two laptops are very close to each other. Moreover, the G16 should be significantly cheaper. Depending on the supplier, the price difference here could be almost US$ 2,000. In the 2023 model series, Asus has significantly leveled out the differences between the two high-end lines."
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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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