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Updated January 10, 2024·
The Acer Swift Go 14 is generally less expensive than the Dell Latitude 5430 and offers more storage and higher RAM, which can enhance performance for tasks like multitasking and complex projects. It also has a higher resolution touchscreen display with a different aspect ratio, more suited for productivity tasks with more vertical space, and slightly better battery life. On the other hand, the Dell Latitude is a bit heavier but comes with Windows 11 Pro instead of Home, an advantage if you need advanced features like group policy management or remote desktop. If you require ethernet connectivity, the Dell has it, whereas the Acer does not. Both laptops have similar port offerings, backlit keyboards, and build quality suitable for general use, but if you anticipate needing more power for engineering software or 3D work, Acer's superior internals may serve you better. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Acer Swift Go 14
- Good for engineering and design
- Excellent portability
- Very good keyboard
Advantages of the Dell Latitude 5430
- Very good speakers
Key differences
General Use
7.7
7.2
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
300.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
248.0 nits
8.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
9.0 Hours
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
9.0/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.4/10
The Acer Swift Go 14 and Dell Latitude 5430 are both good for general use, though the Acer Swift Go 14 is somewhat better.
The Acer Swift Go 14 boasts a superior CPU and more RAM than the Dell Latitude 5430, along with a higher resolution and brighter screen, which makes it perform better for general use. Additionally, its lighter weight and excellent keyboard quality enhance its portability and user experience, whereas the Latitude, despite its good battery life, has less storage and a lower screen quality, hence it's fair for general use.
Engineering and Design
7.2
6.5
7.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.4/10
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 Latitude 5430 is only fair.
The Acer Swift Go 14 outshines the Dell Latitude 5430 for engineering and design use due to its better main processor, double the RAM, and superior integrated graphics, which are crucial for demanding applications; it also has a higher quality display with better brightness and color coverage. While the Dell Latitude offers advantages like being lighter for enhanced portability and having a professional aesthetic, it falls short in the primary aspects essential for engineering and design tasks such as CPU performance, memory, and screen fidelity.
Software Development
7.6
7.1
7.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.4/10
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
The Acer Swift Go 14 and Dell Latitude 5430 are both good for software development, though the Acer Swift Go 14 is somewhat better.
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
6.1
14.0in
SIZE
14.0in
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
300.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
248.0 nits
The Acer Swift Go 14 has a better screen than the Dell Latitude 5430 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
The Acer Swift Go 14 offers a combination of high resolution and brightness, making it suitable for general use and detailed engineering work, whereas its limited color range may not satisfy professional design standards. Meanwhile, the Dell Latitude 5430, with moderate resolution and brightness, provides an adequate display for everyday tasks and some technical applications, but like the Acer, it falls short for design professionals needing wider color gamuts. Both laptops are not ideal for gaming or 3D work due to their lower refresh rates, which fail to deliver the smooth visuals preferred in these areas.
Portability
Excellent
Very Good
14.0in
SIZE
14.0in
2.7 lbs
WEIGHT
3.0 lbs
0.5in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The Acer Swift Go 14 has excellent portability, while the Dell Latitude 5430 has very good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
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Key similarities
Gaming and AI
6.4
6.0
3.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
8.7/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
8.0/10
The Acer Swift Go 14 and Dell Latitude 5430 are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The Acer Swift Go 14 and Dell Latitude 5430 are both equipped with integrated Iris Xe graphics that deliver fair gaming and 3D performance, suitable for lighter tasks rather than hardcore gaming or professional 3D work. Both have a screen refresh rate of 60Hz which is adequate for smooth visual performance in everyday use but might not appeal to gamers or professionals seeking the highest screen fluidity.
Content Creation
7.6
7.2
7.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.4/10
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 Latitude 5430 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.
Battery
8.0 Hours
9.0 Hours
The Acer Swift Go 14 has 8 hours of battery life. The Dell Latitude 5430 has 9 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
7.4
The Acer Swift Go 14 and Dell Latitude 5430 both have good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$793
$790
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
The Acer Swift Go 14 has a price of $793 and the Dell Latitude 5430 costs $790.
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Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Acer Swift Go 14 | Dell Latitude 5430 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$793 | $790 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | April 1, 2023 | May 1, 2022 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 12.3'' x 8.6'' x 0.59'' | 12.7'' x 8.4'' x 0.76'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 2.76 lbs | 3.01 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 12.32" | 12.65" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 8.58" | 8.35" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i7-1355U | Intel i5-1235U | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 8 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 512 GB | 256 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 8 Hours | 9 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 65 Wh | 58 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 14" | 14" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1200 | 1920 x 1080 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 300 nits | 248 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.4/10 | 7.4/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 9/10 | 8.4/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | Yes | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 8.8/10 | 8/10 | |
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 | 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 | 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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