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Updated January 10, 2024·
If you prioritize portability and value for money, the Acer Swift X is a better option as it is lighter, more affordable, and offers a higher portability score. On the other hand, the Gigabyte Aorus 17G, while more expensive, provides superior processing power and is better suited for intensive gaming, 3D modeling, and engineering tasks. However, the Aorus 17G is heavier and less portable. Both laptops have similar RAM and storage, but the Swift X boasts longer battery life, making it suitable for extended use away from power outlets. Consider these tradeoffs related to your specific needs and budget when making your decision. 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 portability
- Very good battery life
- Very good speakers
Advantages of the Gigabyte Aorus 17G
- Good for gaming and AI
- Excellent keyboard
Key differences
Gaming and AI
6.9
7.5
5.1/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
7.6/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
300Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
8.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
6.7/10
The Gigabyte Aorus 17G is good for gaming and AI, while the Acer Swift X (2023) is only fair.
The Acer Swift X provides solid gaming performance with its Nvidia RTX 3050 GPU and has a refresh rate of 120Hz, making it suited for smooth gaming and 3D applications. In contrast, the Gigabyte Aorus 17G steps up the gaming experience with a more powerful Nvidia RTX 3070 GPU and a higher screen refresh rate of 300Hz, offering superior gaming and 3D rendering capabilities.
Content Creation
8.0
7.5
8.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.4/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Acer Swift X (2023) is very good for content creation, while the Gigabyte Aorus 17G 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
7.4/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
9.0/10
The Acer Swift X (2023) and Gigabyte Aorus 17G 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
8.0
14.5in
SIZE
17.3in
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
300Hz
390.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
282.0 nits
The Acer Swift X has a better screen than the Gigabyte Aorus 17G for general use, engineering and design, software development, and content creation, while the Gigabyte Aorus 17G has a better screen for gaming and AI.
When picking a laptop, for general use, prioritize screens that offer clarity and brightness, which the Acer Swift X provides with a high-resolution display and luminance that makes content vivid. For engineering and design tasks that demand accurate color representation, the Acer Swift X excels again, featuring a wide color gamut to cover a broad range of hues. However, for gaming or 3D work, where smooth motion is key, the Gigabyte Aorus 17G might fall short due to less emphasis on high refresh rates, despite its acceptable resolution and panel technology.
Battery
10.0 Hours
6.0 Hours
The Acer Swift X has 10 hours of battery life. The Gigabyte Aorus 17G has 6 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
17.3in
3.3 lbs
WEIGHT
5.9 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
1.0in
The Acer Swift X (2023) has very good portability, while the Gigabyte Aorus 17G has only fair portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$1,100
$2,329
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
$3,500
The Acer Swift X (2023) has a price of $1,100 and the Gigabyte Aorus 17G costs $2,329.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.9
7.5
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
390.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
282.0 nits
10.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
6.0 Hours
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
9.0/10
8.2/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
6.0/10
The Acer Swift X (2023) and Gigabyte Aorus 17G are both good for general use.
The Acer Swift X (2023) suits general use with its balance of CPU performance, screen quality, and portability, reflected in its smaller, lighter design and higher-resolution display, which makes it easy to carry and use for extended periods without sacrificing too much power.
Engineering and Design
8.0
7.8
8.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.4/10
5.1/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
7.6/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Acer Swift X (2023) to be very good for engineering and design, while the Gigabyte Aorus 17G is good.
The Acer Swift X (2023) is equipped with a capable Nvidia RTX 3050 GPU and a high resolution 16:10 display, beneficial for detailed engineering designs, while remaining relatively light and portable. In contrast, the Gigabyte Aorus 17G boasts a more powerful Nvidia RTX 3070 GPU and a high-refresh-rate screen, offering superior performance for engineering simulations and design work but at the cost of increased weight and reduced portability.
Build Quality
7.6
7.4
The Acer Swift X (2023) and Gigabyte Aorus 17G 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 Gigabyte Aorus 17G compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
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| Acer Swift X (2023) | Gigabyte Aorus 17G |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,100 | $2,329 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2023 | April 1, 2021 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 12.7'' x 9'' x 0.7'' | 15.9'' x 10.8'' x 1'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 3.31 lbs | 5.95 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 12.7" | 15.9" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9" | 10.8" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i5-13500H | Intel i7-11800H | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 512 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 10 Hours | 6 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 76 Wh | 99 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 14.5" | 17.3" | |
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 | 282 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.6/10 | 7.4/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 8.3/10 | 6.1/10 | |
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 | 9/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 8/10 | 7.5/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 1080p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | Yes | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | No | Yes | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 2 | 3 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 2 | 1 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | No | |
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."
Gigabyte Aorus 17G
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Sascha Mölck | June 2021
"The Aorus 17G isn't among the top RTX 3080 laptops due to its relatively low TGP of 105 watts. The device's gaming performance is average for an RTX 3080. For maximum performance, competitors like the Lenovo Legion 7 or the Alienware m17 R4 are recommended With the Aorus 17G, Gigabyte delivers a well-rounded gaming laptop. However, the device generates a high noise level. Throttling is not an issue. The CPU and GPU can develop their performance uniformly. Nevertheless, the device produces a lot of noise under load - more than many competitors."
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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 Gigabyte
Gigabyte is a Taiwanese computer hardware manufacturer. While Gigabyte mainly focuses its business on desktop hardware, Gigabyte is known for its value-oriented G series laptops, thin and light Aero series, and performance-oriented Aorus series. Gigabyte laptops offer a strong value proposition to compete with mainstream alternatives.
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