The Acer Swift X 16 is pricier but offers significantly better performance with a higher-end processor and dedicated graphics card, suitable for intensive tasks like 3D modeling, machine learning, or gaming. The HP Pavilion 15 is more affordable and is adequately equipped for general use but may falter with demanding applications due to its basic processor and integrated graphics. Choose the Swift X 16 for demanding applications or the Pavilion 15 for everyday tasks and cost savings. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Acer Swift X 16
Very good for general use
Very good for engineering and design
Good for gaming and AI
Very good for software development
Very good for content creation
Very good overall display quality
Good overall build quality
Good battery life
Very good speakers
Very good keyboard
Advantages of the HP Pavilion 15
The HP Pavilion 15 has no clear advantages over the Acer Swift X 16.
Key differences
General Use
8.2/10
7.0/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
TN
402.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
220.0 nits
8.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
3.0 Hours
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.2/10
7.6/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.7/10
The Acer Swift X 16 is very good for general use, while the HP Pavilion 15 is good.
The Acer Swift X 16 stands out for general use largely due to its superior CPU and GPU which enable better performance for a variety of tasks, and its high-quality IPS screen with greater resolution and brightness enhances the user experience. On the other hand, the HP Pavilion 15, while offering adequate performance for general use with a less powerful CPU and integrated graphics, has a lower screen quality and shorter battery life, making it a less robust but potentially more affordable option.
Gaming and AI
7.0/10
6.0/10
4.9/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
Unknown
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
8.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
8.7/10
The Acer Swift X 16 is good for gaming and AI, while the HP Pavilion 15 is only fair.
PerfectRec’s Gaming and AI Score strongly emphasizes graphics processing capability, while also taking into account other factors that impact suitability for gaming and AI work.
Engineering and Design
8.2/10
6.2/10
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.2/10
4.9/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Acer Swift X 16 is very good for engineering and design, while the HP Pavilion 15 is only fair.
PerfectRec’s Engineering and Design Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for graphic design and 3D rendering work.
Content Creation
8.3/10
7.1/10
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.2/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
TN
The Acer Swift X 16 is very good for content creation, while the HP Pavilion 15 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
8.0/10
6.6/10
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.2/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.2/10
The Acer Swift X 16 is very good for software development, while the HP Pavilion 15 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
8.2/10
5.3/10
16.0in
SIZE
15.6in
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
TN
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
402.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
220.0 nits
The Acer Swift X 16 has a better screen than the HP Pavilion 15 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
If you prioritize a vibrant, clear display during everyday activities, the Acer Swift X 16 stands out with its high resolution and brightness, making everything from text to images sharp and easy to see. For engineering and design tasks, it offers wide color gamuts ensuring accurate color reproduction which is essential, but this precision is less relevant for the HP Pavilion 15, whose display doesn't match these qualities. When it comes to gaming and 3D applications, the low refresh rate of the Acer Swift X 16 could hinder the smoothness of fast-paced visuals, despite its decent resolution and panel type, whereas the HP Pavilion 15's poor screen quality across the board suggests that it's not tailored towards any specific visual-intensive tasks.
Battery
8.0 Hours
3.0 Hours
The Acer Swift X 16 has 8 hours of battery life. The HP Pavilion 15 has 3 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.
Build Quality
7.6/10
6.2/10
The Acer Swift X 16 has good build quality, while the HP Pavilion 15 has only fair build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$1,250
$600
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
The Acer Swift X 16 has a price of $1,250 and the HP Pavilion 15 costs $600.
"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."
"The HP Pavilion 15 carries a fair amount of power and a sharp display in its handsome slimline shell. It's not perfect, but it's a hard worker. This is wonderfully designed and totes a heck of a lot of desktop power, with the added benefit of a decent webcam and a full-sized keyboard. If you're getting down to business on a budget, it's a great fit."
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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 HP
HP, also known as Hewlett-Packard, is an American technology company that develops personal computers and computer peripherals. In the laptop industry, HP is known for its entry level Essential series laptops, its mid-range Pavilion, Envy, and Victus series, and high-end Omen and Spectre series, in addition to its business-oriented EliteBook, ProBook, and Dragonfly series laptops. HP laptops generally undercut other mainstream competitors in terms of price, placing itself as the value-oriented mainstream brand.
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