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Updated January 10, 2024·
If you prioritize performance, especially for graphic-intensive tasks, the Acer Swift X may be the better choice due to its dedicated graphics card, making it suitable for light gaming or video editing. On the other hand, the HP Spectre x360's convertible design offers versatility for use as a tablet or in tent mode, ideal for presentations or consuming media. The Spectre known for a premium build and likely longer battery life, could be more attractive if you need a laptop that doubles as a presentation tool and lasts all day on a charge. However, for heavy tasks, the Acer may handle them better despite its slightly lower portability and battery performance when compared to the HP. If cost is a major factor and you need the extra computational power, you might lean towards the Acer Swift X. If you value a premium build quality, versatility, and potentially better battery life over raw performance, the HP Spectre x360 could be the more appealing option despite its higher cost. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Acer Swift X (2022)
- Very good portability
Advantages of the HP Spectre x360
- Very good for general use
- Very good for engineering and design
- Very good for software development
- Very good for content creation
- Very good overall build quality
- Best in class speakers
Key differences
Software Development
7.7
8.3
7.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.0/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
2240 x 1400
RESOLUTION
3072 x 1920
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
The HP Spectre x360 is very good for software development, while the Acer Swift X (2022) is good.
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
7.0
7.6
14.0in
SIZE
16.0in
2240 x 1400
RESOLUTION
3072 x 1920
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
330.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
406.0 nits
The HP Spectre x360 has a better screen than the Acer Swift X for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
The Acer Swift X offers a well-balanced screen with adequate resolution and brightness for daily tasks and professional design work, though its color gamut coverage may not be as extensive as the HP Spectre x360, which provides richer and more accurate colors essential for engineering and design applications. However, both laptops may not satisfy gamers and 3D artists due to their lower refresh rates, which can result in less smooth visuals in fast-paced games or while working with 3D models. The HP Spectre x360 edges out slightly for general and professional use due to its superior color accuracy and brightness, contributing to a more premium viewing experience.
Battery
10.0 Hours
11.0 Hours
The Acer Swift X has 10 hours of battery life. The HP Spectre x360 has 11 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
Good
14.0in
SIZE
16.0in
3.0 lbs
WEIGHT
4.7 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The Acer Swift X (2022) has very good portability, while the HP Spectre x360 has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.6
8.5
The HP Spectre x360 has very good build quality, while the Acer Swift X (2022) has good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$1,313
$1,000
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
The Acer Swift X (2022) has a price of $1,313 and the HP Spectre x360 costs $1,000.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.8
8.2
2240 x 1400
RESOLUTION
3072 x 1920
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
330.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
406.0 nits
10.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
11.0 Hours
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
8.5/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.3/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers HP Spectre x360 to be very good for general use, while the Acer Swift X (2022) is good.
The HP Spectre x360 is rated very good for general use due to its higher screen quality, larger screen size, and longer battery life compared to the Acer Swift X, which is still a solid choice with good portability and performance for general tasks but falls slightly short primarily on screen resolution and battery capacity. Additionally, the HP Spectre x360 offers added versatility with its 2-in-1 convertible design, superior speaker quality, and better handling of heat, though it's heavier, affecting portability.
Gaming and AI
6.6
6.6
4.3/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.8/10
2240 x 1400
RESOLUTION
3072 x 1920
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
8.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
8.0/10
The HP Spectre x360 and Acer Swift X (2022) are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The Acer Swift X offers a dedicated Nvidia RTX 3050 GPU which is usually better suited for gaming and 3D tasks than the integrated Intel Iris Xe graphics in the HP Spectre x360; however, the larger screen and higher resolution of the HP might provide a more immersive experience despite its somewhat lower gaming performance due to the less powerful GPU compared to the Acer. Both laptops have similar screen refresh rates, which are a crucial factor for smooth visual performance, but the higher battery capacity of the HP might offer longer unplugged usability, which can be a significant advantage for some users.
Engineering and Design
7.5
8.0
7.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.0/10
4.3/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.8/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers HP Spectre x360 to be very good for engineering and design, while the Acer Swift X (2022) is good.
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
7.8
8.2
7.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.0/10
2240 x 1400
RESOLUTION
3072 x 1920
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers HP Spectre x360 to be very good for content creation, while the Acer Swift X (2022) 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.
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How the Acer Swift X (2022) and the HP Spectre x360 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Acer Swift X (2022) | HP Spectre x360 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,313 | $1,000 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | April 1, 2022 | May 1, 2023 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 12.3'' x 8.4'' x 0.7'' | 14.1'' x 9.7'' x 0.78'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 3.09 lbs | 4.74 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 12.3" | 14.09" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 8.4" | 9.66" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i7-1260P | Intel i7-13700H | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 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 | 11 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 58.7 Wh | 90 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 14" | 16" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 2240 x 1400 | 3072 x 1920 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 330 nits | 406 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.6/10 | 8.5/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 8.6/10 | 7.4/10 | |
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 | 9.6/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 1440p | |
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 | 1 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 2 | 2 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 3 | 3 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | 4 | 4 | |
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Acer Swift X (2022)
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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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Eric Grevstad | August 2022
"As we said, Lenovo's Yoga 9i is a tough competitor to the Spectre with an equally admirable OLED display. We're sad that neither of them has an HDMI port nor a niche or slot to hold the stylus, though the HP wins points for its bundled mini docking station and magnetically attached pen. Your choice will come down to screen shape—and in our eyes, just as seeing an OLED screen spoils you for an IPS panel, enjoying a tall 3:2 display spoils you for a more conventional view. The HP Spectre x360 13.5 is our new favorite 2-in-1."
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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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