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Updated January 10, 2024·
If your priority is better performance for gaming or engineering software, the Gigabyte G5 with its more powerful graphics card would serve you well despite its shorter battery life and lower screen resolution. However, the Acer Swift X 16 offers a better balance for general use with a higher screen resolution, longer battery life, and a more portable design, at a higher cost. Both are suitable for gaming, but the Gigabyte G5 gives you more graphics power per dollar spent. If lightweight and longer unplugged usage are more important to you, and you can invest more, the Acer might be the better option. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Acer Swift X 16
- Very good for general use
- Very good for engineering and design
- Very good for software development
- Very good for content creation
- Very good overall display quality
- Good battery life
- Very good keyboard
Advantages of the Gigabyte G5
- The Gigabyte G5 has no clear advantages over the Acer Swift X 16.
Key differences
General Use
8.2
7.1
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
402.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
248.0 nits
8.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
3.5 Hours
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
7.6/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.3/10
The Acer Swift X 16 is very good for general use, while the Gigabyte G5 is good.
The Acer Swift X 16 is hailed for general use due to its higher RAM and vibrant, higher-resolution screen which contributes to better multitasking and sharper visuals, along with a larger battery that provides extended usage. On the other hand, the Gigabyte G5, while offering a robust CPU and capable graphics card, falls short on battery life and has a lower resolution and less color-accurate display which could impact the overall user experience in everyday tasks.
Engineering and Design
8.2
7.6
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.5/10
4.9/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
7.5/10
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
The Acer Swift X 16 is very good for engineering and design, while the Gigabyte G5 is good.
The Acer Swift X 16 stands out for engineering and design with its higher RAM and better screen resolution, important for demanding applications and detailed visuals, while the Gigabyte G5, despite having a powerful GPU, compensates with less RAM and a lower resolution screen, which could hinder multitasking and the sharpness of images. While both have quality IPS displays and sufficient CPU power, the Acer's larger battery and superior screen quality lends itself better to extended, intense work sessions, though the Gigabyte may be more suitable for tasks requiring stronger graphics processing.
Content Creation
8.3
7.2
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.5/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Acer Swift X 16 is very good for content creation, while the Gigabyte G5 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
8.0
6.8
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.5/10
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The Acer Swift X 16 is very good for software development, while the Gigabyte G5 is only fair.
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
8.2
6.8
16.0in
SIZE
15.6in
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
402.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
248.0 nits
The Acer Swift X 16 has a better screen than the Gigabyte G5 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
The Acer Swift X 16's screen, with its higher resolution and brightness, makes for a vivid and clear display that is appreciated by general users and professionals working on detailed engineering and design tasks that require color accuracy. However, its lower refresh rate isn't ideal for gaming and 3D work where smooth motion is key. In contrast, the Gigabyte G5 may offer acceptable resolution and brightness for everyday tasks and some professional work; yet, it doesn't provide the color range needed for high-end design nor the optimal refresh rate for immersive gaming experiences.
Battery
8.0 Hours
3.5 Hours
The Acer Swift X 16 has 8 hours of battery life. The Gigabyte G5 has 3.5 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
$1,250
$868
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
The Acer Swift X 16 has a price of $1,250 and the Gigabyte G5 costs $868.
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Key similarities
Gaming and AI
7.0
7.3
4.9/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
7.5/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
Unknown
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
8.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
6.5/10
The Gigabyte G5 and Acer Swift X 16 are both good for gaming and AI.
The Acer Swift X 16's Nvidia RTX 3050 GPU and higher screen refresh rate make it suitable for gaming and 3D applications, while the Gigabyte G5's more advanced Nvidia RTX 4060 GPU compensates for a slightly lower refresh rate, also rendering it good for gaming and demanding graphics tasks. Both have quality IPS displays, but the Swift X 16 offers a bit higher resolution and aspect ratio, potentially resulting in a sharper image and more vertical workspace, whereas the G5's CPU might give it a slight edge in certain processing tasks.
Portability
Good
Good
16.0in
SIZE
15.6in
4.1 lbs
WEIGHT
4.1 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.8in
The Acer Swift X 16 and Gigabyte G5 both have good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.6
7.2
The Acer Swift X 16 and Gigabyte G5 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 16 and the Gigabyte G5 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Acer Swift X 16 | Gigabyte G5 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,250 | $868 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2023 | May 1, 2023 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14'' x 9.8'' x 0.7'' | 14.2'' x 9.4'' x 0.89'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 4.19 lbs | 4.19 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.02" | 14.2" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.81" | 9.4" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | AMD Ryzen 7 7840HS | Intel i5-12500H | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 8 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 1024 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 8 Hours | 3.5 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 76 Wh | 54 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 16" | 15.6" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 2560 x 1600 | 1920 x 1080 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 165Hz | 144Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 402 nits | 248 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.6/10 | 7.2/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.6/10 | 7.4/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | Yes | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 8/10 | 6.5/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 8/10 | 7.5/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 8/10 | 8/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 1080p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | Yes | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | Yes | Yes | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 2 | 2 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 2 | 2 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | No | No | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 3 | 2 | |
Thunderbolt Ports | |||
Thunderbolt Ports | 0 | 0 | |
Shopping
Acer Swift X 16
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PCWorld
Matthew S. Smith | September 2023
"Acer’s Swift X 16 is an excellent choice for shoppers who want a 16-inch laptop and care more for performance than attractive design or long battery life. The Swift X 16’s gorgeous OLED display, spacious keyboard, and big touchpad make it pleasant to use in basic day-to-day tasks. It also has an AMD Ryzen 9 processor and Nvidia RTX 4050 graphics, which combine to deliver good performance in a wide variety of productivity applications and games. A few minor mistakes, like poorly-placed USB-C ports that lack DisplayPort, will turn off some shoppers, but those who can accept its shortcomings will find the Swift X 16 a versatile daily driver."
Gigabyte G5
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Vaidyanathan Subramaniam | April 2023
"The Gigabyte G5 KE is a midrange gaming laptop that checks most boxes. Gigabyte makes good use of the Core i5-12500H and RTX 3060 Laptop GPU combo, and we find no untoward issues with overall performance. The dual-fan quad-heatpipe cooling arrangement does well to ensure that the underlying hardware doesn't throttle under load. That being said, the display is below par when compared to 2023 standards, especially when competing devices."
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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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