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Updated January 10, 2024·
If portability and battery life are a priority, you might lean towards the Acer Swift Go 14, as it's lighter and has slightly longer battery life. However, the Dell Latitude 5431, while slightly heavier, offers Windows 11 Pro and a more durable build, useful for business users who need advanced security features. The Acer also has higher screen resolution and touchscreen capability, beneficial for creative work, while the Dell is more focused on business use with additional connectivity options like Ethernet. For general use, both laptops perform similarly, but the Dell's lower color accuracy and contrast ratios may be less ideal for color-sensitive tasks. If cost is a concern, the Acer is typically less expensive but comes with less storage out of the box. 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 5431
- Very good speakers
Key differences
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
241.0 nits
The Acer Swift Go 14 has a better screen than the Dell Latitude 5431 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, and software development.
The Acer Swift Go 14 offers a vibrant and sharp display that enhances the user experience for everyday tasks and detail-oriented work in engineering and design due to its high resolution and brightness, paired with adequate color coverage. While suitable for these tasks, its screen doesn't support the high refresh rates desired for smooth gaming and 3D rendering. In comparison, the Dell Latitude 5431's screen meets the basic requirements for general and engineering use with acceptable clarity and color reproduction but also falls short in gaming and 3D contexts due to a standard refresh rate.
Portability
Excellent
Good
14.0in
SIZE
14.0in
2.7 lbs
WEIGHT
3.3 lbs
0.5in
THICKNESS
0.9in
The Acer Swift Go 14 has excellent portability, while the Dell Latitude 5431 has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$795
$950
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
The Acer Swift Go 14 has a price of $795 and the Dell Latitude 5431 costs $950.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.7
7.5
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
300.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
241.0 nits
8.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
9.0 Hours
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
9.0/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.8/10
The Acer Swift Go 14 and Dell Latitude 5431 are both good for general use.
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
6.2
3.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
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 5431 are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The Acer Swift Go 14 and the Dell Latitude 5431 are both labeled as fair for gaming and 3D tasks primarily because their integrated Intel Iris Xe graphics can handle lighter gaming demands but lack the power for intensive graphics work, and both have a standard 60Hz refresh rate which does not provide the smooth visuals you get with higher refresh rates. While the Swift Go 14 features a newer generation Intel i7 processor and higher resolution screen, contributing to better overall performance and screen quality, the Latitude 5431 with its Intel i5 CPU also offers respectable performance and is equipped with a durable build and features aiming at business users.
Engineering and Design
7.2
6.9
7.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.1/10
3.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Acer Swift Go 14 to be good for engineering and design, while the Dell Latitude 5431 is only fair.
The Acer Swift Go 14, equipped with an i7 CPU and a superior GPU, is a strong contender for engineering and design work thanks to its high-resolution display with wide color coverage which is essential for precise design work. Conversely, the Dell Latitude 5431 boasts an i5 CPU and the same GPU but trails slightly in display color accuracy, yet compensates with greater sturdiness and less operating noise, proving suitable for engineering environments where these factors are valued.
Content Creation
7.6
7.4
7.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.1/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Acer Swift Go 14 and Dell Latitude 5431 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
7.1/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 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 5431 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
9.0 Hours
The Acer Swift Go 14 has 8 hours of battery life. The Dell Latitude 5431 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 5431 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 Latitude 5431 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Acer Swift Go 14 | Dell Latitude 5431 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$795 | $950 | ||
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 0.96'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 2.76 lbs | 3.3 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 12.32" | 12.65" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 8.58" | 8.35" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i7-1355U | Intel i5-1250P | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 5 | |
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 | 64 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 | 241 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.4/10 | 7.4/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 9/10 | 7.9/10 | |
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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