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Updated January 10, 2024·
The Acer Swift Go 14 is generally less expensive than the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i. For general use, the Acer offers a higher-resolution display which may result in sharper visuals, and it comes with Windows 11. While both laptops have similar storage, memory, and processors, the Lenovo has a better battery life and a higher portability score, which makes it more suitable for on-the-go usage. The Lenovo also has a slightly better build quality, but the Acer leads in webcam and speaker quality. If tight on budget and needing a machine with a crisper display for everyday tasks, prefer the Acer. If longer battery life and portability are more critical, choose the Lenovo. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Acer Swift Go 14
- Excellent portability
Advantages of the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i
- Very good battery life
- Good speakers
Key differences
Screen Quality
6.8
6.9
14.0in
SIZE
14.0in
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
300.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
340.0 nits
The Acer Swift Go 14 and the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i have similar screen quality.
For general use, both the Acer Swift Go 14 and Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i offer screens with sufficient resolution and brightness, making visuals crisp and easily viewable. Their displays also cover a wider color spectrum, meeting the needs of engineering and design professionals who require accurate color representation for precise work. However, due to their lower refresh rates, these laptops are less optimal for gaming and 3D applications where smoother motion and quicker screen updates are crucial for the best user experience.
Battery
8.0 Hours
11.5 Hours
The Acer Swift Go 14 has 8 hours of battery life. The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i has 11.5 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.
Cost
$793
$899
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
The Acer Swift Go 14 has a price of $793 and the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i costs $899.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.7
7.7
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
300.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
340.0 nits
8.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
11.5 Hours
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
9.0/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.9/10
The Acer Swift Go 14 and Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i are both good for general use.
The Acer Swift Go 14 and the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i both excel in general use due to their capable processors, ample RAM, and high-quality IPS screens that provide clear visuals. However, the Acer is more portable and has a slightly better battery life, whereas the Lenovo has a higher screen brightness and better battery life, making it suitable for extended use away from power sources.
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
9.5/10
The Acer Swift Go 14 and Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The Acer Swift Go 14 and Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i are deemed fair for gaming and 3D due to their similar integrated Intel Iris Xe GPUs, which handle games and 3D tasks but are less powerful than dedicated gaming graphics cards. Both laptops have the same screen refresh rate, which is suitable for entry-level gaming but not ideal for fast-paced games that benefit from higher refresh rates; the Acer's higher screen resolution offers better image clarity but may slightly reduce gaming performance compared to the Lenovo's lower resolution.
Engineering and Design
7.2
7.1
7.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
5.5/10
3.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Acer Swift Go 14 and Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i are both good for engineering and design.
The Acer Swift Go 14 offers a more vibrant display and newer CPU, enhancing the quality of engineering and design visuals and tasks, while the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i, though older, remains competitive with similar CPU performance and high screen brightness, along with a slightly longer battery life which adds to its portability for on-the-go engineering work. Both have sufficient RAM and the same integrated GPU, which support design software, but heavy graphics tasks may require more powerful dedicated GPUs not present in either model.
Content Creation
7.6
7.7
7.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
5.5/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i and Acer Swift Go 14 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
7.5
7.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
5.5/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
The Acer Swift Go 14 and Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i 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.
Portability
Excellent
Very Good
14.0in
SIZE
14.0in
2.7 lbs
WEIGHT
2.9 lbs
0.5in
THICKNESS
0.5in
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Acer Swift Go 14 to have excellent portability, while the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i has very good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.4
7.8
The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i and Acer Swift Go 14 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 Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
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| Acer Swift Go 14 | Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$793 | $899 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | April 1, 2023 | October 1, 2020 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 12.3'' x 8.6'' x 0.59'' | 12.6'' x 8.2'' x 0.59'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 2.76 lbs | 2.99 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 12.32" | 12.62" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 8.58" | 8.2" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i7-1355U | Intel i7-1165G7 | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 512 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 8 Hours | 11.5 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 65 Wh | 60.7 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 | 340 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.4/10 | 7.8/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 9/10 | 8.9/10 | |
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 | 9.5/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 8/10 | 8/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 6.5/10 | 7.5/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 1440p | 720p | |
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 | 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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Acer Swift Go 14
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PCMag
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."
Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i
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Ted Needleman
| January 2022
"Among Lenovo's multiple laptop brands, the IdeaPad family is decidedly the one designed for consumers: people who want decent performance at a reasonable price. Consider, then, this laptop a paragon for the pickier members of that crowd. With a 14-inch touch-enabled display, a comfortable keyboard, an Evo-certified Intel Core i7 11th Generation CPU, and the latest Windows 11 operating system, the IdeaPad Slim 7i Pro ultraportable ($1,199 as tested) is a slick mainstream machine at a bit of a premium price, and quite capable for everyday tasks."
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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 Lenovo
Lenovo is a Chinese technology company, and one of the largest personal computer vendor. They are well known for a variety of technology products, including laptops. Their consumer series include their entry level IdeaPad and LOQ series and mid-to-high-end Yoga and Legion series. On the business-oriented side, their series include their entry-level ThinkBook series and mid-to-high-end ThinkPad series. Lenovo laptops offer strong performance for reasonable prices, and are often on sale.
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