If you prioritize performance for tasks like engineering and prefer a higher resolution screen, the Acer Swift Go 14 offers a powerful Intel processor with more RAM and a better GPU, at a slightly higher price and with greater battery capacity compared to the Dell Inspiron 15 3525. However, the Acer is also lighter and more portable. On the other hand, if budget is a concern and you prefer a larger screen despite slightly lower performance and battery life, the Dell Inspiron might be your choice; just remember it comes with half the RAM of the Acer and a lower performance AMD processor. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Acer Swift Go 14
Good for engineering and design
Good for software development
Good overall build quality
Excellent portability
Very good keyboard
Advantages of the Dell Inspiron 15 3525
The Dell Inspiron 15 3525 has no clear advantages over the Acer Swift Go 14.
Key differences
General Use
7.7/10
7.0/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
300.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
259.0 nits
8.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
6.5 Hours
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.5/10
9.0/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.7/10
The Acer Swift Go 14 and Dell Inspiron 15 3525 are both good for general use, though the Acer Swift Go 14 is somewhat better.
The Acer Swift Go 14 is favored for general use for its snappier performance thanks to a more powerful CPU and double the RAM compared to the Dell Inspiron 15 3525; further, its higher resolution, brighter screen offers better visual quality, while also being lighter and having longer battery life, enhancing portability. On the other hand, the Inspiron 15's larger screen and number pad might appeal to those prioritizing a bigger display and data entry over the Swift's compactness and efficiency.
Engineering and Design
7.2/10
6.4/10
7.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
5.8/10
3.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
The Acer Swift Go 14 is good for engineering and design, while the Dell Inspiron 15 3525 is only fair.
The Acer Swift Go 14 outshines the Dell Inspiron 15 3525 in engineering and design use mainly because it has a more powerful CPU, double the RAM, and better GPU performance, contributing to overall smoother and quicker handling of complex tasks. Additionally, the Acer has a higher-quality screen with better color accuracy and resolution, which is crucial for detailed design work, though it's slightly less portable due to a higher price and slightly lower battery life than the Dell.
Software Development
7.6/10
6.9/10
7.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
5.8/10
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.5/10
The Acer Swift Go 14 is good for software development, while the Dell Inspiron 15 3525 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
6.8/10
6.3/10
14.0in
SIZE
15.6in
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
300.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
259.0 nits
The Acer Swift Go 14 has a better screen than the Dell Inspiron 15 3525 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
The Acer Swift Go 14 boasts a high-resolution display with bright and vivid colors, making it a suitable choice for general tasks and engineering design work where clarity and color accuracy are essential. However, for gaming and 3D work, its standard refresh rate does not provide the smooth visuals that these applications often require. The Dell Inspiron 15 3525, meanwhile, offers an average display that can handle general use and some design tasks but may lack the color range and sharpness professionals need, and like the Acer, falls short in gaming and 3D visualization due to a similarly standard refresh rate.
Battery
8.0 Hours
6.5 Hours
The Acer Swift Go 14 has 8 hours of battery life. The Dell Inspiron 15 3525 has 6.5 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
15.6in
2.7 lbs
WEIGHT
3.7 lbs
0.5in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The Acer Swift Go 14 has excellent portability, while the Dell Inspiron 15 3525 has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.4/10
6.2/10
The Acer Swift Go 14 has good build quality, while the Dell Inspiron 15 3525 has only fair build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$794
$400
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
The Acer Swift Go 14 has a price of $794 and the Dell Inspiron 15 3525 costs $400.
The Acer Swift Go 14 and Dell Inspiron 15 3525 are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The Acer Swift Go 14 with its Intel Iris Xe graphics and the Dell Inspiron 15 3525 with AMD Vega 7 graphics are on par for gaming and 3D tasks because both have integrated GPUs that provide moderate performance suitable for less demanding games. However, the Swift Go 14 has a slightly better screen quality which can enhance the visual experience, although both laptops have the same screen refresh rate, which is a key factor for smooth gameplay.
Content Creation
7.6/10
7.1/10
7.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
5.8/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Acer Swift Go 14 and Dell Inspiron 15 3525 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.
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How the Acer Swift Go 14 and the Dell Inspiron 15 3525 compare to other laptops
"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."
"Dell's Inspiron 15 (3525) is a peppy-enough and affordable-enough home or remote work machine, but it's not very ambitious; it does little to go beyond the basics. More the concern: It’s readily overshadowed by a number of machines that outperform and outclass it. Even if the Inspiron can get the job done today, its competition has the mettle to keep doing the job tomorrow in a way the Inspiron simply can’t promise. Many of its slightly higher-end rivals have to be on sale (and frequently are) to match it on price, but the Inspiron 15 (3525) is outclassed even by some similarly priced options, making it a difficult recommendation."
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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 Dell
Dell is a highly recognizable American technology company, and is one of the largest personal computer vendor by market share. Their laptops are very popular for both personal and professional use, and they also own the Alienware brand which makes mid to high end gaming laptops. Their premium XPS range of laptops offer great build quality and portability, while Latitude and Precision laptops are known for reliability, repairability and performance for business users.
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