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Updated January 10, 2024·
The Acer Swift X offers a more powerful processor and graphics card, making it suitable for intensive tasks like 3D rendering, machine learning, and gaming, with a longer battery life for extended use. On the other hand, the ASUS Vivobook Pro 14 has an OLED display, which means better color range, contrast, and is more cost-effective; however, it has less storage and RAM, and its integrated graphics are less suited for demanding software applications. The Acer is slightly heavier, potentially impacting portability, but not significantly. Choose the Acer for performance-heavy tasks and the ASUS for casual use with better display quality at a lower cost. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Acer Swift X (2023)
- Very good for engineering and design
- Very good for content creation
- Very good battery life
- Very good speakers
- Very good keyboard
Advantages of the ASUS Vivobook Pro 14
- The ASUS Vivobook Pro 14 has no clear advantages over the Acer Swift X (2023).
Key differences
General Use
7.9
7.0
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
390.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
385.0 nits
10.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
8.0 Hours
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
8.2/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.2/10
The Acer Swift X (2023) and ASUS Vivobook Pro 14 are both good for general use, though the Acer Swift X (2023) is somewhat better.
The Acer Swift X (2023) shines in general use due to its more robust CPU and greater amount of RAM, leading to better multitasking and overall performance, and it also boasts a higher battery capacity, which results in a longer day-to-day use without constant recharging. In contrast, the ASUS Vivobook Pro 14 offers an exceptional screen and compact design, but it is held back by a less powerful CPU, less RAM, and a smaller battery, which may limit performance and how long one can work unplugged.
Gaming and AI
6.9
6.1
5.1/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
90Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
8.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.0/10
The Acer Swift X (2023) and ASUS Vivobook Pro 14 are both only fair for gaming and AI, though the Acer Swift X (2023) is somewhat better.
The Acer Swift X (2023) stands out in gaming and 3D applications due to its dedicated Nvidia RTX 3050 graphics card and a higher 120Hz screen refresh rate, which are very important for smooth, responsive visuals. In contrast, the ASUS Vivobook Pro 14 has an integrated Intel Iris Xe graphics and a lower 90Hz refresh rate, delivering fair performance where fast-paced visuals are less fluid and detailed compared to the Acer Swift X.
Engineering and Design
8.0
7.0
8.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
5.0/10
5.1/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
The Acer Swift X (2023) is very good for engineering and design, while the ASUS Vivobook Pro 14 is good.
The Acer Swift X (2023) is well-suited for engineering and design due to its powerful CPU (Intel i5-13500H), ample RAM (16 GB), dedicated GPU (Nvidia RTX 3050), and high-quality IPS screen with accurate color representation. In contrast, the ASUS Vivobook Pro 14 offers an impressive OLED screen with better contrast and an integrated GPU (Iris Xe) suitable for less demanding design tasks, while being slightly more portable and having a very high-quality keyboard and less operating noise, but with less powerful CPU (Intel i5-11300H), less RAM (8 GB) and smaller storage capacity.
Content Creation
8.0
7.3
8.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
5.0/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
The Acer Swift X (2023) is very good for content creation, while the ASUS Vivobook Pro 14 is good.
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
7.9
7.2
8.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
5.0/10
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
The Acer Swift X (2023) and ASUS Vivobook Pro 14 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
8.4
14.5in
SIZE
14.0in
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
90Hz
390.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
385.0 nits
The Acer Swift X has a better screen than the ASUS Vivobook Pro 14 for software development, and content creation, while the ASUS Vivobook Pro 14 has a better screen for general use, and engineering and design.
For general use, the Acer Swift X and ASUS Vivobook Pro 14 offer crisp, clear visuals with sufficient resolution and brightness, making everyday tasks like browsing, video streaming, and document editing a pleasant experience. In engineering and design, both laptops display a wide range of colors accurately, essential for tasks that require color precision, such as photo editing or CAD work. However, for gaming and 3D applications, their lower refresh rates may lead to less smooth visuals, which can be a significant drawback for fast-paced games or rendering 3D animations where fluid motion is key.
Battery
10.0 Hours
8.0 Hours
The Acer Swift X has 10 hours of battery life. The ASUS Vivobook Pro 14 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.
Cost
$1,100
$548
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
The Acer Swift X (2023) has a price of $1,100 and the ASUS Vivobook Pro 14 costs $548.
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Key similarities
Portability
Very Good
Very Good
14.5in
SIZE
14.0in
3.3 lbs
WEIGHT
3.0 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The ASUS Vivobook Pro 14 and Acer Swift X (2023) both have very good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.6
7.4
The Acer Swift X (2023) and ASUS Vivobook Pro 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 X (2023) and the ASUS Vivobook Pro 14 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
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| Acer Swift X (2023) | ASUS Vivobook Pro 14 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,100 | $548 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2023 | June 1, 2022 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 12.7'' x 9'' x 0.7'' | 12.5'' x 9'' x 0.76'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 3.31 lbs | 3.09 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 12.7" | 12.5" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9" | 9" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i5-13500H | Intel i5-11300H | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 8 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 512 GB | 256 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 10 Hours | 8 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 76 Wh | 63 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 14.5" | 14" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | OLED | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 2560 x 1600 | 2880 x 1800 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 120Hz | 90Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 390 nits | 385 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.6/10 | 7.4/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 8.3/10 | 8.3/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 8/10 | 7/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 8/10 | 7/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 8/10 | 7/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 1080p | 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 | 3 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 2 | 1 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 3 | 2 | |
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 Vivobook Pro 14
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Marc Herter | July 2022
"The Asus Vivobook Pro 14 OLED is a Pantone Validated laptop that packs a lot of processing power. The Asus VivoBook Pro 14 OLED's highlight is its outstanding display: Featuring a 3K resolution in the 16:10 format and nearly a 100% coverage of the Display P3 color space, the display hardly leaves anything to be desired. The Asus laptop also shows impeccable rates in terms of general system performance. Combined with long battery life, low noise emissions, and relatively good speakers, the laptop can be recommended to users who can accept compromises in terms of connectivity."
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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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