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Updated January 10, 2024·
If you prioritize performance for 3D work or engineering tasks over cost and can manage with less portability, the ASUS ROG Strix Scar 15 is a strong choice as it has a more powerful CPU and GPU. The Acer Swift X, on the other hand, is considerably cheaper, offers adequate general use performance, and is more portable with better battery life, making it a suitable option for everyday tasks and some lighter creative work. The ROG Strix Scar boasts better hardware for gaming, but the Swift X is lighter and easier to carry around, with a higher resolution display but a lower refresh rate. Both laptops have similar amounts of RAM and storage, with the ASUS doubling the storage of the Acer. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Acer Swift X (2023)
- Very good overall display quality
- Very good portability
- Very good battery life
Advantages of the ASUS ROG Strix Scar 15
- Very good for gaming and AI
Key differences
Gaming and AI
6.9
8.3
5.1/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.8/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
300Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
Yes
8.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
6.7/10
The ASUS ROG Strix Scar 15 is very good for gaming and AI, while the Acer Swift X (2023) is only fair.
The ASUS ROG Strix Scar 15 stands out for gaming and 3D use due to its higher-end Nvidia RTX 3070 Ti graphics card and a screen with a higher refresh rate, while the Acer Swift X is also capable but offers a mid-range Nvidia RTX 3050 GPU and a lower refresh rate screen. The Swift X, however, has a higher screen resolution, which might offer crisper visuals for everyday use and professional tasks that benefit from sharper images.
Engineering and Design
8.0
8.5
8.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.2/10
5.1/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.8/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The ASUS ROG Strix Scar 15 and Acer Swift X (2023) are both very good for engineering and design, though the ASUS ROG Strix Scar 15 is somewhat better.
The ASUS ROG Strix Scar 15 provides superior performance for engineering and design due to its more powerful CPU and GPU, which greatly benefits computational and graphical tasks, even though it is less portable and noisier under load compared to the Acer Swift X. While the Acer Swift X offers decent performance with a good balance between power and portability, its lower-tier CPU and GPU make it less ideal for the most demanding engineering applications despite having a higher-resolution screen and longer battery life.
Software Development
7.9
7.4
8.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.2/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.5/10
The Acer Swift X (2023) and ASUS ROG Strix Scar 15 are both good for software development, though the Acer Swift X (2023) 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
8.0
7.9
14.5in
SIZE
15.6in
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
300Hz
390.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
283.0 nits
The Acer Swift X has a better screen than the ASUS ROG Strix Scar 15 for general use, engineering and design, and software development, while the ASUS ROG Strix Scar 15 has a better screen for gaming and AI.
The Acer Swift X boasts a screen that excels in resolution and brightness, making it perfect for everyday tasks and professional design work, as it offers clear and vibrant visuals. However, its lower refresh rate limits the smoothness required for high-end gaming and fast-paced 3D applications. On the other hand, the ASUS ROG Strix Scar 15 provides a good balance for both productivity and creative endeavors with decent color accuracy, but its gaming performance is hampered by a screen that can't keep up with the rapid visuals often needed in gaming and 3D environments.
Battery
10.0 Hours
5.5 Hours
The Acer Swift X has 10 hours of battery life. The ASUS ROG Strix Scar 15 has 5.5 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.
Portability
Very Good
Fair
14.5in
SIZE
15.6in
3.3 lbs
WEIGHT
5.0 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.9in
The Acer Swift X (2023) has very good portability, while the ASUS ROG Strix Scar 15 has only fair portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$1,100
$2,000
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
The Acer Swift X (2023) has a price of $1,100 and the ASUS ROG Strix Scar 15 costs $2,000.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.9
7.8
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
390.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
283.0 nits
10.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
5.5 Hours
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.5/10
8.2/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
6.9/10
The Acer Swift X (2023) and ASUS ROG Strix Scar 15 are both good for general use.
The Acer Swift X (2023) excels in general use with its combination of a capable CPU, ample RAM, and high-quality screen, and its lightweight design and substantial battery life enhance its portability. The ASUS ROG Strix Scar 15, while also providing solid CPU and RAM performance for general tasks, features a robust GPU and high screen refresh rate that are more tailored for gaming, compromising on a bit more weight and a shorter battery life which could limit its mobility for some users.
Content Creation
8.0
8.0
8.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.2/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The ASUS ROG Strix Scar 15 and Acer Swift X (2023) are both very 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.
Build Quality
7.6
7.8
The ASUS ROG Strix Scar 15 and Acer Swift X (2023) 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 X (2023) and the ASUS ROG Strix Scar 15 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
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| Acer Swift X (2023) | ASUS ROG Strix Scar 15 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,100 | $2,000 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2023 | February 1, 2022 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 12.7'' x 9'' x 0.7'' | 13.9'' x 10.2'' x 0.98'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 3.31 lbs | 5.07 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 12.7" | 13.94" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9" | 10.2" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i5-13500H | Intel i9-12900H | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 512 GB | 1024 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 10 Hours | 5.5 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 76 Wh | 90 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 14.5" | 15.6" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 2560 x 1600 | 1920 x 1080 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 120Hz | 300Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 390 nits | 283 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.6/10 | 7.8/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 8.3/10 | 6.9/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | Yes | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 8/10 | 6.8/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 8/10 | 8.5/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 8/10 | 8.8/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 1080p | No Webcam | |
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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Acer Swift X (2023)
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Sebastian Jentsch | March 2022
"The Swift X is an Acer for entry-level gaming. With the entry-level graphics chip, our Acer not only beats every single current AMD and Intel iGPU, but also Intel's dGPU Iris Xe Max. However, despite being a GDDR6 version, the GTX does not match the expectations set by its own counterparts from our database. This may be a result of the single fan, which only produces moderate noise levels under load. The performance level of the thin and light 1.4 kg (~3.09 lbs) 14-inch laptop is impressive nonetheless."
ASUS ROG Strix Scar 15
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Vaidyanathan Subramaniam | May 2022
"Asus continues to refine the ROG Strix Scar lineup with new upgrades. The Asus ROG Strix Scar 15 offers almost everything you would expect from a gaming laptop at this price. The build quality is great, connectivity options are decent, and there is enough scope for internal upgrades as well. Asus reverts to membrane switches for the keyboard — though not as "clickety" as the opto-mechanical ones we saw with last year's model, they still make for a decent typing and gaming experience. The lack of biometrics in any form is a downer."
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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 ASUS
ASUS, a Taiwanese electronics brand, is one of the largest personal computer vendor by market share. The majority of their laptops are targeted towards personal use or gaming. Their most popular product lines include the budget-friendly VivoBook, more premium ZenBook, and their TUF and ROG gaming laptops, the latter of which has a reputation for excellent gaming performance.
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