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Updated January 12, 2024·
When comparing the Acer Swift Edge 16 and the HP 250 G10, consider the following tradeoffs: The Acer Swift Edge 16 offers higher performance with its AMD Ryzen processor and Radeon graphics, suitable for intensive tasks and casual gaming, and boasts a superior display with higher resolution and OLED technology, which is great for media consumption and creative work. It's lighter and thinner, beneficial for portability, but it is the more expensive option. In contrast, the HP 250 G10 is more budget-friendly, but its Intel processor and UHD graphics deliver modest performance suitable for general tasks. The display is basic with lower resolution, and the build is a bit heavier and thicker, which could impact mobility. If your work demands higher specs and you can afford it, go for the Acer; if your needs are basic and budget is tighter, the HP could serve you well. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Acer Swift Edge 16
- Good for general use
- Very good for engineering and design
- Good for software development
- Very good for content creation
- Very good overall display quality
- Good overall build quality
- Very good portability
Advantages of the HP 250 G10
- The HP 250 G10 has no clear advantages over the Acer Swift Edge 16.
Key differences
General Use
7.9
6.3
3200 x 2000
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
TN
383.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
250.0 nits
7.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
6.0 Hours
6.7/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.0/10
8.8/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.8/10
The Acer Swift Edge 16 is good for general use, while the HP 250 G10 is only fair.
The Acer Swift Edge 16 outshines the HP 250 G10 for general use due to its more powerful CPU, better screen quality with OLED and higher resolution, along with a lighter and thinner build improving portability and a larger battery ensuring longer use. In contrast, the HP 250 G10, while offering the same amount of RAM, compromises with a lower-tier CPU, a basic screen with lower resolution and brightness, and although it has good heat management, it falls short in portability due to being heavier and thicker.
Gaming and AI
6.7
5.7
4.0/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.5/10
3200 x 2000
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
8.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
8.7/10
The Acer Swift Edge 16 is only fair for gaming and AI, while the HP 250 G10 is poor.
The Acer Swift Edge 16 is better suited for gaming and 3D applications due to its more powerful GPU and higher screen refresh rate, which are crucial for smooth visuals and fast-paced gaming, along with a superior CPU and higher-quality OLED screen. On the other hand, the HP 250 G10 falls short in performance with a less capable GPU and lower refresh rate, alongside a less robust CPU and lower-quality TN screen, making it less ideal for gaming and 3D tasks.
Engineering and Design
8.1
5.8
8.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.8/10
4.0/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.5/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Acer Swift Edge 16 is very good for engineering and design, while the HP 250 G10 is poor.
The Acer Swift Edge 16, with its superior AMD processor, more capable Radeon graphics, and higher-quality OLED screen, outperforms the HP 250 G10, which has a basic Intel processor, less powerful integrated graphics, and a lower-resolution TN screen, making the Swift Edge more suitable for demanding engineering and design tasks. The HP 250 G10, despite being slightly heavier, also falls short on portability and screen quality, which are critical for design work, while offering less robust speakers and lower screen color accuracy, impacting overall multimedia and design experience.
Content Creation
8.1
6.2
8.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.8/10
3200 x 2000
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
TN
The Acer Swift Edge 16 is very good for content creation, while the HP 250 G10 is only fair.
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
6.4
8.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.8/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
3200 x 2000
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
6.7/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.0/10
The Acer Swift Edge 16 is good for software development, while the HP 250 G10 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
8.8
5.3
16.0in
SIZE
15.6in
3200 x 2000
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
TN
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
383.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
250.0 nits
The Acer Swift Edge 16 has a better screen than the HP 250 G10 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
For general use, the Acer Swift Edge 16 offers a sharp, bright display with vibrant colors, making it pleasant for everyday tasks like browsing and watching videos, while the HP 250 G10's display may appear dull and less crisp due to lower brightness and resolution. In engineering and design, the Acer Swift Edge 16 excels with a wider color range providing accuracy for detailed work, but gaming and 3D applications suffer from its lower refresh rate, leading to less smooth visuals compared to screens with faster refresh rates that make fast-paced action more fluid.
Portability
Very Good
Good
16.0in
SIZE
15.6in
2.7 lbs
WEIGHT
3.5 lbs
0.5in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The Acer Swift Edge 16 has very good portability, while the HP 250 G10 has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.2
6.0
The Acer Swift Edge 16 has good build quality, while the HP 250 G10 has only fair build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$820
$330
$0
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
The Acer Swift Edge 16 has a price of $820 and the HP 250 G10 costs $330.
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Battery
7.0 Hours
6.0 Hours
The Acer Swift Edge 16 has 7 hours of battery life. The HP 250 G10 has 6 hours of battery life.
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How the Acer Swift Edge 16 and the HP 250 G10 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Acer Swift Edge 16 | HP 250 G10 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$820 | $330 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2023 | May 1, 2023 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14.1'' x 9.7'' x 0.51'' | 14.2'' x 9.3'' x 0.73'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 2.73 lbs | 3.5 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.08" | 14.17" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.68" | 9.29" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | AMD Ryzen 7 7840U | Intel N200 | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 1 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 1024 GB | 128 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 7 Hours | 6 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 54 Wh | 41 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 16" | 15.6" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | OLED | TN | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 3200 x 2000 | 1366 x 768 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 120Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 383 nits | 250 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.2/10 | 6/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 8.9/10 | 7.9/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 8/10 | 8.8/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 6.8/10 | 6/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 6.5/10 | 6.5/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 1080p | 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 Ports | |||
Thunderbolt Ports | 0 | 0 | |
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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."
HP 250 G10
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Nikolay Palaozov | December 2023
"The HP 250 G10 is a decent budget device that surprises us with its high CPU frequencies under load. Still, our configuration has a Core i5-1335U which doesn’t require significant cooling, if choose a 28W P-series processor, maybe the situation with the clocks could be different. If you want to play some casual game after work, a memory in dual-channel is a must because it increases greatly the iGPU 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 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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