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Updated January 12, 2024·
The Acer Swift Go 14 offers a balance between cost and performance, being slightly less expensive and featuring a lighter and more compact design, which could contribute to better portability. It comes with a decent processor and graphics suitable for general use and some engineering tasks. However, the Dell Inspiron 16 5630, while generally costing a bit more, provides a larger screen and a more robust processor that could handle 3D, machine learning, and gaming tasks more capably. Its larger form factor means it is less portable, and its higher weight could be a drawback for those who need to carry their laptop around. Both have similar battery life and build quality, but you will have to weigh the importance of screen size, performance needs, and portability when making your decision. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Acer Swift Go 14
- Excellent portability
- Very good keyboard
Advantages of the Dell Inspiron 16 5630
- Very good for general use
- Very good for content creation
- Very good speakers
Key differences
Content Creation
7.6
8.1
7.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.2/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Dell Inspiron 16 5630 is very good for content creation, while the Acer Swift Go 14 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
6.8
14.0in
SIZE
16.0in
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
300.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
300.0 nits
The Dell Inspiron 16 5630 has a better screen than the Acer Swift Go 14 for content creation, and software development.
For general use, both the Acer Swift Go 14 and the Dell Inspiron 16 5630 offer screens with sufficient resolution and brightness, making text clear and colors vivid, which is enjoyable for everyday tasks like browsing and document editing. In engineering and design, these laptops provide good color accuracy encompassing wider color gamuts, crucial for professionals who need precise color representation for their work. However, for gaming and 3D applications, they fall short as their refresh rates are lower, leading to less fluid motion which could detract from fast-paced visuals and smooth gameplay experiences.
Portability
Excellent
Good
14.0in
SIZE
16.0in
2.7 lbs
WEIGHT
4.2 lbs
0.5in
THICKNESS
0.6in
The Acer Swift Go 14 has excellent portability, while the Dell Inspiron 16 5630 has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$793
$849
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
The Acer Swift Go 14 has a price of $793 and the Dell Inspiron 16 5630 costs $849.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.7
8.2
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
300.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
300.0 nits
8.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
8.0 Hours
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
9.0/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.6/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Dell Inspiron 16 5630 to be very good for general use, while the Acer Swift Go 14 is good.
PerfectRec’s General Use Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for general productivity, web browsing, streaming, video calls, and running a wide variety of apps and programs.
Gaming and AI
6.4
6.5
3.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.8/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
8.7/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
10.0/10
The Dell Inspiron 16 5630 and Acer Swift Go 14 are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The Acer Swift Go 14 and the Dell Inspiron 16 5630 are both fair for gaming and 3D applications due to their Intel Iris Xe integrated graphics, which can handle some gaming demands but are not as powerful as dedicated gaming GPUs. Additionally, with their 60Hz refresh rates, these laptops provide a decent but not optimal gaming experience, which is less smooth compared to laptops with higher refresh rates more suited for fast-paced gaming.
Engineering and Design
7.2
7.7
7.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.2/10
3.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.8/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Dell Inspiron 16 5630 and Acer Swift Go 14 are both good for engineering and design.
The Acer Swift Go 14, with its high-quality screen and efficient CPU and GPU, is well-suited to engineering and design tasks, offering a balance of performance and portability, where it's lighter and has a longer battery life compared to the Dell Inspiron 16 5630. Meanwhile, the Inspiron 16 5630, with a larger screen, more storage space, and powerful processing capabilities, caters well to engineering and design but is less portable due to its greater weight and size.
Software Development
7.6
7.9
7.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.2/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
The Dell Inspiron 16 5630 and Acer Swift Go 14 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.
Battery
8.0 Hours
8.0 Hours
The Acer Swift Go 14 has 8 hours of battery life. The Dell Inspiron 16 5630 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
7.0
The Acer Swift Go 14 and Dell Inspiron 16 5630 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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How the Acer Swift Go 14 and the Dell Inspiron 16 5630 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Acer Swift Go 14 | Dell Inspiron 16 5630 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$793 | $849 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | April 1, 2023 | May 1, 2023 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 12.3'' x 8.6'' x 0.59'' | 14.1'' x 9.9'' x 0.67'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 2.76 lbs | 4.28 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 12.32" | 14.05" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 8.58" | 9.91" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i7-1355U | Intel i7-1360P | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 512 GB | 1024 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 8 Hours | 8 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 65 Wh | 54 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 | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 300 nits | 300 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.4/10 | 7/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 9/10 | 7.7/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 8.8/10 | 10/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 8/10 | 7/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 6.5/10 | 8/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 1440p | 1080p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | Yes | Yes | |
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 | 1 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 3 | 2 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | 4 | 4 | |
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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."
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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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