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Updated January 10, 2024·
The Acer Swift X (2022) tends to be significantly more expensive and offers better performance for intensive tasks with a more advanced processor and twice the RAM than the Acer Swift X (2021), which is significantly less expensive. If you prioritize strong performance and have a higher budget, the 2022 model is suitable, while the 2021 model is more cost-effective and still capable for general use. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Acer Swift X (2022)
- Good overall display quality
Advantages of the Acer Swift X (2021)
- The Acer Swift X (2021) has no clear advantages over the Acer Swift X (2022).
Key differences
Engineering and Design
7.5
7.0
7.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
5.6/10
4.3/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.4/10
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
The Acer Swift X (2022) and Acer Swift X (2021) are both good for engineering and design, though the Acer Swift X (2022) is somewhat better.
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.
Screen Quality
7.0
6.9
14.0in
SIZE
14.0in
2240 x 1400
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
330.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
372.0 nits
The Acer Swift X has a better screen than the Acer Swift X for software development, and content creation.
For general use, the Acer Swift X models have screens that provide clear images and wide viewing angles thanks to their panel type and resolution, coupled with sufficient brightness that makes the display easy to see in various lighting conditions. When it comes to engineering and design tasks, these laptops offer a range of colors that approximate real-world hues, as they cover significant portions of professional color gamuts, aiding in precision work that requires color accuracy. However, for gaming and 3D applications, the screens fall short due to their lower refresh rates which can't deliver the smooth visuals often preferred by gamers and professionals working with fast-moving graphics.
Cost
$1,313
$580
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
The Acer Swift X (2022) has a price of $1,313 and the Acer Swift X (2021) costs $580.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.8
7.4
2240 x 1400
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
330.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
372.0 nits
10.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
10.0 Hours
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
8.5/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.5/10
The Acer Swift X (2022) and Acer Swift X (2021) are both good for general use.
The Acer Swift X (2022) is built with a more powerful Intel i7 CPU and double the RAM compared to the Acer Swift X (2021), making it better for demanding tasks, along with a higher resolution screen for sharper visuals. Both offer solid battery life and similar portability, but the 2021 model may be more cost-effective for users with moderate usage needs.
Gaming and AI
6.6
6.3
4.3/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.4/10
2240 x 1400
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
8.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
8.0/10
The Acer Swift X (2022) and Acer Swift X (2021) are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The Acer Swift X (2022) and the Acer Swift X (2021) are both considered fair for gaming and 3D because they share the same GPU, the Nvidia RTX 3050, which provides capable but not top-tier graphics performance, and both have a screen refresh rate limited to 60Hz, which is suitable for casual gaming but less so for high-frame-rate gaming experiences. Although the 2022 model includes a more powerful Intel i7 CPU and the 2021 model has an AMD Ryzen 5 CPU, the screen quality of both is comparable, which places them in a similar performance tier for gaming and 3D tasks.
Content Creation
7.8
7.5
7.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
5.6/10
2240 x 1400
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Acer Swift X (2022) and Acer Swift X (2021) are both 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.
Software Development
7.7
7.3
7.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
5.6/10
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
2240 x 1400
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
The Acer Swift X (2022) and Acer Swift X (2021) are both good for software development.
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.
Battery
10.0 Hours
10.0 Hours
The Acer Swift X has 10 hours of battery life. The Acer Swift X has 10 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
Very Good
14.0in
SIZE
14.0in
3.0 lbs
WEIGHT
3.0 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The Acer Swift X (2022) and Acer Swift X (2021) both have very good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.6
7.6
The Acer Swift X (2022) and Acer Swift X (2021) 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 (2022) and the Acer Swift X (2021) compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
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| Acer Swift X (2022) | Acer Swift X (2021) |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,313 | $580 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | April 1, 2022 | June 1, 2021 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 12.3'' x 8.4'' x 0.7'' | 12.7'' x 8.4'' x 0.7'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 3.09 lbs | 3.06 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 12.3" | 12.7" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 8.4" | 8.4" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i7-1260P | AMD Ryzen 5 5600U | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 8 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 512 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 10 Hours | 10 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 58.7 Wh | 59 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 14" | 14" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 2240 x 1400 | 1920 x 1080 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 330 nits | 372 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.6/10 | 7.6/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 8.6/10 | 8.6/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 8/10 | 8/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 8/10 | 8/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 8/10 | 8/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 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 | 2 | |
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 | N/A | |
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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."
Acer Swift X (2021)
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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."
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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.
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