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Updated January 12, 2024·
If performance is a priority and you engage in 3D work, machine learning, or gaming, the Acer Swift X would likely serve you better, albeit at a higher cost. On the other hand, if your primary use is general tasks like web browsing, document editing, or media consumption, and you value portability and longer battery life on a budget, the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" should suffice. The Acer offers more power which is beneficial for demanding software, but the Lenovo offers the basics for everyday use at a more approachable price point. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Acer Swift X (2022)
- Good for general use
- Good for engineering and design
- Good for software development
- Good for content creation
- Good overall display quality
- Good overall build quality
- Very good battery life
- Very good speakers
- Very good keyboard
Advantages of the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14"
- The Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" has no clear advantages over the Acer Swift X (2022).
Key differences
General Use
7.8
6.1
2240 x 1400
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
TN
330.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
239.0 nits
10.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
9.0 Hours
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.5/10
8.5/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.3/10
The Acer Swift X (2022) is good for general use, while the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" is only fair.
The Acer Swift X (2022) is better suited for general use due to its powerful Intel i7 processor and ample RAM, enhancing multitasking and overall performance, whereas the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" has a basic Intel Celeron processor and less RAM, which might struggle with more demanding tasks. Further, the Swift X comes with a high-quality IPS screen offering better color coverage and brightness, compared to the lower resolution TN panel of the IdeaPad, which results in a less vibrant display.
Gaming and AI
6.6
5.5
4.3/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.5/10
2240 x 1400
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
8.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
10.0/10
The Acer Swift X (2022) is only fair for gaming and AI, while the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" is poor.
The Acer Swift X (2022) is fair for gaming and 3D tasks due to its more powerful Nvidia RTX 3050 GPU and superior screen quality, featuring an IPS panel with higher brightness and color accuracy. In contrast, the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" is poor for these tasks because it has a less capable Intel UHD Graphics 600 GPU and a lower-quality TN panel with less brightness and less color coverage.
Engineering and Design
7.5
5.5
7.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.3/10
4.3/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.5/10
16.0 GB
RAM
4.0 GB
The Acer Swift X (2022) is good for engineering and design, while the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" is poor.
The Acer Swift X (2022) is better suited for engineering and design due to its stronger Intel i7 processor, ample 16GB of RAM, and a dedicated Nvidia RTX 3050 graphics card, which collectively provide the necessary performance for demanding applications; furthermore, its higher-resolution IPS screen ensures better visual clarity which is paramount for design work. In contrast, the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" has a basic Intel Celeron processor, limited 4GB of RAM, and integrated graphics, which may struggle with complex engineering software, plus its TN panel with a lower resolution could hinder detailed design tasks.
Content Creation
7.8
6.2
7.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.3/10
2240 x 1400
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
16.0 GB
RAM
4.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
TN
The Acer Swift X (2022) is good for content creation, while the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" is only fair.
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
6.4
7.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.3/10
16.0 GB
RAM
4.0 GB
2240 x 1400
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.5/10
The Acer Swift X (2022) is good for software development, while the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" 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
7.0
5.3
14.0in
SIZE
14.0in
2240 x 1400
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
TN
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
330.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
239.0 nits
The Acer Swift X has a better screen than the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
The Acer Swift X offers a screen with higher resolution and brightness, providing clearer and more vibrant visuals for general use and detail-oriented tasks like engineering and design, where color accuracy is crucial. Its screen, however, lacks a high refresh rate, which is vital for a smooth experience in 3D applications and gaming. The Lenovo IdeaPad 1 has a screen with lower resolution and brightness, diminishing the quality across all use cases, and without a focus on color precision or refresh rates, it falls short for both professional applications and entertainment.
Build Quality
7.6
6.0
The Acer Swift X (2022) has good build quality, while the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" has only fair build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$1,313
$165
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
The Acer Swift X (2022) has a price of $1,313 and the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" costs $165.
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Key similarities
Battery
10.0 Hours
9.0 Hours
The Acer Swift X has 10 hours of battery life. The Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" has 9 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 Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" both have very good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
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How the Acer Swift X (2022) and the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
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| Acer Swift X (2022) | Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,313 | $165 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | April 1, 2022 | January 1, 2022 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 12.3'' x 8.4'' x 0.7'' | 12.9'' x 9.3'' x 0.7'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 3.09 lbs | 3.09 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 12.3" | 12.88" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 8.4" | 9.25" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i7-1260P | Intel Celeron N4020 | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 4 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 512 GB | 64 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 10 Hours | 9 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 58.7 Wh | 32 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 14" | 14" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | TN | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 2240 x 1400 | 1366 x 768 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 330 nits | 239 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.6/10 | 6/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 8.6/10 | 8.3/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 8/10 | 10/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 8/10 | 6.5/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 8/10 | 6/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | Yes | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | No | |
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 | No | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 3 | 1 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | 4 | N/A | |
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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."
Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14"
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Tom Brant | August 2021
"The IdeaPad 1 14 is a simple machine, but it’s well-designed and has nearly everything you’d expect from a no-nonsense laptop that allows you to check emails and get schoolwork or other light tasks done with relative ease. A "true" 128GB SSD (as opposed to an eMMC drive) and a roomy 14-inch full HD display are arguably the star attractions, with the comfortable keyboard and reasonably modern styling playing important backup roles."
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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 Lenovo
Lenovo is a Chinese technology company, and one of the largest personal computer vendor. They are well known for a variety of technology products, including laptops. Their consumer series include their entry level IdeaPad and LOQ series and mid-to-high-end Yoga and Legion series. On the business-oriented side, their series include their entry-level ThinkBook series and mid-to-high-end ThinkPad series. Lenovo laptops offer strong performance for reasonable prices, and are often on sale.
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