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Updated January 10, 2024·
If you prioritize a lightweight and portable laptop for general use with a higher portability score, the Acer Swift Go 14 is a suitable option with a solid battery life. It's also slightly less expensive and offers a touch screen, while having a good keyboard. However, for tasks like intensive gaming, 3D rendering, or machine learning, the ASUS TUF Gaming A16 is better equipped due to its more powerful GPU and higher performance scores for such tasks. It also has a larger screen size and a higher refresh rate which is ideal for fast-motion visuals but is heavier and has a lower portability score. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Acer Swift Go 14
- Excellent portability
- Very good keyboard
Advantages of the ASUS TUF Gaming A16
- Good for gaming and AI
- Good overall display quality
- Very good battery life
- Good speakers
Key differences
Gaming and AI
6.4
7.4
3.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
7.7/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
165Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
Yes
8.7/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
6.7/10
The ASUS TUF Gaming A16 is good for gaming and AI, while the Acer Swift Go 14 is only fair.
The ASUS TUF Gaming A16 offers a superior gaming and 3D experience due to the powerful AMD RX 7600S graphics, paired with a high screen refresh rate of 165Hz, providing smoother visuals and better responsiveness than the Acer Swift Go 14, which has a modest Intel Iris Xe GPU and a standard 60Hz refresh rate. Although the Acer might handle light gaming, the ASUS excels in demanding scenarios because of its higher-end graphics and faster screen, making it more suitable for intensive gaming sessions.
Engineering and Design
7.2
7.7
7.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
3.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
7.7/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The ASUS TUF Gaming A16 and Acer Swift Go 14 are both good for engineering and design, though the ASUS TUF Gaming A16 is somewhat better.
The Acer Swift Go 14, with its Intel i7 CPU and Iris Xe GPU, offers adequate processing and graphics capabilities for design software, and its portable design and high screen quality make it suited for engineers and designers who value mobility and screen clarity.
Screen Quality
6.8
7.5
14.0in
SIZE
16.0in
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
165Hz
300.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
294.0 nits
The Acer Swift Go 14 has a better screen than the ASUS TUF Gaming A16 for software development, while the ASUS TUF Gaming A16 has a better screen for general use, gaming and AI, and engineering and design.
The Acer Swift Go 14 and ASUS TUF Gaming A16 both provide screens with resolutions and panel types that fit everyday tasks well and offer sufficient brightness, making them suitable for general use. However, their color gamut coverage may not fully satisfy professionals in engineering and design who require a broader spectrum for color accuracy. For 3D and gaming, despite their decent resolution and panel type, both laptops may not offer the high refresh rate needed for smooth visuals and fast-paced action.
Battery
8.0 Hours
12.0 Hours
The Acer Swift Go 14 has 8 hours of battery life. The ASUS TUF Gaming A16 has 12 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
Good
14.0in
SIZE
16.0in
2.7 lbs
WEIGHT
4.8 lbs
0.5in
THICKNESS
0.9in
The Acer Swift Go 14 has excellent portability, while the ASUS TUF Gaming A16 has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$793
$930
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
The Acer Swift Go 14 has a price of $793 and the ASUS TUF Gaming A16 costs $930.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.7
7.6
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
300.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
294.0 nits
8.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
12.0 Hours
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
9.0/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.0/10
The Acer Swift Go 14 and ASUS TUF Gaming A16 are both good for general use.
The Acer Swift Go 14 is well-suited for general use as it offers a decent balance with a capable CPU, ample RAM, a high-quality IPS screen while being portable and having a long battery life. In contrast, the ASUS TUF Gaming A16 also handles general tasks efficiently with a robust CPU and RAM, along with a high refresh IPS display, but this comes at the expense of increased weight and size, making it less portable but more suited for gaming and intensive applications.
Content Creation
7.6
7.6
7.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The ASUS TUF Gaming A16 and Acer Swift Go 14 are both 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
7.6
7.3
7.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
The Acer Swift Go 14 and ASUS TUF Gaming A16 are both good for software development.
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.
Build Quality
7.4
7.2
The Acer Swift Go 14 and ASUS TUF Gaming A16 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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Spec Comparison
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| Acer Swift Go 14 | ASUS TUF Gaming A16 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$793 | $930 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | April 1, 2023 | April 1, 2023 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 12.3'' x 8.6'' x 0.59'' | 14'' x 9.9'' x 0.97'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 2.76 lbs | 4.85 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 12.32" | 13.98" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 8.58" | 9.92" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i7-1355U | AMD Ryzen 7 7735HS | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 512 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 8 Hours | 12 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 65 Wh | 90 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 14" | 16" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1200 | 1920 x 1200 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 165Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 300 nits | 294 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.4/10 | 7.2/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 9/10 | 7/10 | |
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 | 6.8/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 8/10 | 7/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 6.5/10 | 7/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 1440p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | Yes | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | No | Yes | |
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 | 4 | N/A | |
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Acer Swift Go 14
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PCMag
Mark Knapp | May 2023
"The Acer Swift Go 14 is a surprising machine. Its performance, display, and battery life leave little to be desired from a device at this price. You might think it’d be cheaper given the “Go” in the name, or thinner given its close competition with thin-and-light laptops, but it manages to strike a decent enough balance between its capabilities and hardware to really stand out as an exceptional value."
ASUS TUF Gaming A16
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Dominic Bayley | May 2023
"The A16 makes an excellent case against more expensive laptops like the Asus ROG Zephyrus Duo 16 and the MSI Katana GF76, especially if you’re into 1080p gaming. However, although its affordable, it doesn’t skimp on performance or a robust chassis. But for me, the biggest factor that sets it apart from these options is its incredible battery life. In my time reviewing laptops, I can’t remember when I last saw a gaming laptop lasted 11 and a half hours on a single charge, which makes the A16, in my book, truly outstanding."
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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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