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Updated January 10, 2024·
For robust performance in general use, engineering tasks, 3D rendering, and machine learning, the Acer Swift Go 14 offers a more powerful Intel i7 processor with superior integrated Iris Xe graphics, significantly more RAM, and ample storage, which makes it better suited for demanding applications and multitasking. It comes with a higher-resolution touch display that offers better color coverage. The Gateway 14.1" is more budget-friendly and has an Intel Celeron processor, with basic integrated graphics, less RAM, and lower storage, making it suitable for entry-level computing tasks. The Acer is lighter and thinner, providing better portability. Both laptops feature a similar screen size, but if longer battery life, a better keyboard, or more durable construction are essential, consider those aspects as each laptop will have different strengths in these areas. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Acer Swift Go 14
- Good for general use
- Good for engineering and design
- Good for software development
- Good for content creation
- Good overall build quality
- Excellent portability
- Very good keyboard
Advantages of the Gateway 14.1"
- The Gateway 14.1" has no clear advantages over the Acer Swift Go 14.
Key differences
General Use
7.7
5.6
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
300.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
208.0 nits
8.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
8.0 Hours
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
5.3/10
9.0/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.0/10
The Acer Swift Go 14 is good for general use, while the Gateway 14.1" is poor.
The Acer Swift Go 14 boasts a high-performance Intel i7 processor, ample RAM, and a superior screen quality which contribute to a better overall user experience for general tasks when compared to the Gateway 14.1", which has a lower-tier Intel Celeron processor, less RAM, and inferior screen brightness and color coverage, leading to less effective performance for daily activities.
Gaming and AI
6.4
5.4
3.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.5/10
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
7.0/10
The Acer Swift Go 14 is only fair for gaming and AI, while the Gateway 14.1" is poor.
The Acer Swift Go 14 offers fair gaming and 3D performance due to its more capable GPU, the Intel Iris Xe, and the Intel i7 processor, compared to the poor gaming capabilities of the Gateway 14.1" which uses a less powerful Intel UHD Graphics 600 GPU and a lower-end Intel Celeron processor. Both laptops have similar screen refresh rates and IPS screens, but the Acer's higher screen quality, with better brightness and color range, gives it the edge for gaming and 3D applications.
Engineering and Design
7.2
5.5
7.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.3/10
3.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.5/10
16.0 GB
RAM
4.0 GB
The Acer Swift Go 14 is good for engineering and design, while the Gateway 14.1" is poor.
The Acer Swift Go 14 is better suited for engineering and design tasks due to its powerful Intel i7 processor, ample 16GB RAM, and high-quality integrated Iris Xe graphics, coupled with a superior IPS display featuring a higher resolution and brightness.
Content Creation
7.6
5.8
7.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.3/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
4.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Acer Swift Go 14 is good for content creation, while the Gateway 14.1" is poor.
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
5.8
7.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.3/10
16.0 GB
RAM
4.0 GB
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
5.3/10
The Acer Swift Go 14 is good for software development, while the Gateway 14.1" is poor.
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
6.0
14.0in
SIZE
14.1in
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
300.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
208.0 nits
The Acer Swift Go 14 has a better screen than the Gateway 14.1" for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
The Acer Swift Go 14 offers a high-resolution display with bright, vivid colors suitable for general tasks and engineering design, providing clarity and a wide range of colors that professionals need. However, its refresh rate falls short for 3D applications, where smoother motion provided by higher refresh rates is crucial. In contrast, the Gateway 14.1" delivers acceptable visibility and color for everyday tasks and design work, but like the Swift Go, it also lacks the high refresh rate necessary for optimal 3D gaming experiences.
Portability
Excellent
Very Good
14.0in
SIZE
14.1in
2.7 lbs
WEIGHT
3.3 lbs
0.5in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The Acer Swift Go 14 has excellent portability, while the Gateway 14.1" has very good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.4
5.1
The Acer Swift Go 14 has good build quality, while the Gateway 14.1" has poor build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$794
$99
$0
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
The Acer Swift Go 14 has a price of $794 and the Gateway 14.1" costs $99.
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Battery
8.0 Hours
8.0 Hours
The Acer Swift Go 14 has 8 hours of battery life. The Gateway 14.1" 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.
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How the Acer Swift Go 14 and the Gateway 14.1" compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Acer Swift Go 14 | Gateway 14.1" |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$794 | $99 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | April 1, 2023 | August 1, 2021 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 12.3'' x 8.6'' x 0.59'' | 13.1'' x 8.8'' x 0.75'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 2.76 lbs | 3.35 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 12.32" | 13.1" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 8.58" | 8.78" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i7-1355U | Intel Celeron N4020 | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 4 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 512 GB | 64 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 8 Hours | 8 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 65 Wh | Unknown | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 14" | 14.1" | |
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 | 208 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.4/10 | 5.1/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 9/10 | 8.1/10 | |
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 | 7/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 8/10 | 5.3/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 6.5/10 | 6/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 1440p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | Yes | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | No | |
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 | No | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 3 | 1 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | 4 | N/A | |
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Acer Swift Go 14
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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."
Gateway 14.1"
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Allen Ngo | September 2021
"The Gateway Ultra Slim 14" is surprisingly quiet with long battery life. The inexpensive Gateway excels at maximizing performance per dollar with lots of RAM and storage, super-quiet fan, and a long battery life. It can even house up to two M.2 SSDs which we weren't expecting from such a cheap system. However, the iffy reliability of the keyboard and USB-C port on our test unit means users should double-check for these potential issues immediately after purchasing."
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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 Gateway
Gateway is a laptop and tablet brand owned by Acer which sells budget-friendly laptops exclusively through Walmart. It was previously an American computer company until its acquisition by Acer in 2007, who then revived the brand in 2020. Gateway laptops are manufactured by Chinese company Shenzhen Bmorn Technology, which also makes EVOO-branded models.
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