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Updated January 10, 2024·
The Acer Swift X (2022) is a good fit if you prioritize a balance of power and portability at a midrange price. It's lighter and has a performance edge for general use. On the other hand, the Lenovo Slim 7 16, which comes at a lower midrange price, offers a larger screen with touch capability and slightly longer battery life at the cost of extra weight, making it less portable but potentially better for multimedia use and productivity tasks that benefit from a larger display. Both have similar storage, RAM, and graphics capabilities, making them suitable for a range of tasks including casual gaming. However, for intensive engineering or 3D/machine learning applications, you'll find both to be competent but not specialized. Choose the Acer if portability and a higher general use performance are your main concerns, or the Lenovo if you prefer a larger touchscreen and a more wallet-friendly option. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Acer Swift X (2022)
- Very good portability
- Very good battery life
- Very good speakers
Advantages of the Lenovo Slim 7 16
- Very good overall display quality
Key differences
Screen Quality
7.0
8.3
14.0in
SIZE
16.0in
2240 x 1400
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
165Hz
330.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
500.0 nits
The Lenovo Slim 7 16 has a better screen than the Acer Swift X for general use, gaming and AI, and engineering and design.
If you prioritize sharp visuals and clear text for browsing or productivity, both Acer Swift X and Lenovo Slim 7 boast high-resolution screens with ample brightness enhancing your general use experience. The Lenovo Slim 7 outshines in engineering and design tasks, offering broader color coverage crucial for precision in color-critical work. However, for gaming and 3D applications, their lower refresh rates compared to dedicated gaming laptops result in less fluid motion, which is key for a smooth, immersive experience.
Portability
Very Good
Good
14.0in
SIZE
16.0in
3.0 lbs
WEIGHT
4.6 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.6in
The Acer Swift X (2022) has very good portability, while the Lenovo Slim 7 16 has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$1,313
$1,440
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The Acer Swift X (2022) has a price of $1,313 and the Lenovo Slim 7 16 costs $1,440.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.8
7.7
2240 x 1400
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
330.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
500.0 nits
10.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
9.5 Hours
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
8.5/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.5/10
The Acer Swift X (2022) and Lenovo Slim 7 16 are both good for general use.
The Acer Swift X (2022) is well-suited for general use with its powerful Intel i7 processor, ample RAM for multitasking, a high-quality IPS display, and solid portability due to its lower weight and smaller screen size, while the Lenovo Slim 7 16 also offers a strong AMD Ryzen 7 processor, plenty of RAM, a larger and brighter touch display with higher resolution, yet it is less portable and has slightly shorter battery life. Both laptops are equally capable with quality keyboards and speakers, adequate storage, and manage heat and operating noise effectively, but the Acer's greater portability may appeal to those frequently on the move, whereas the Lenovo's larger screen can be a deciding factor for users valuing immersive visual experiences.
Gaming and AI
6.6
6.6
4.3/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.3/10
2240 x 1400
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
165Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
8.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.0/10
The Lenovo Slim 7 16 and Acer Swift X (2022) are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The Acer Swift X offers a dedicated GPU, which can handle gaming and 3D tasks decently, but its screen refresh rate may not be as high for optimal gaming performance. The Lenovo Slim 7 16 also has a strong GPU to support such activities and potentially a better screen refresh rate than the Swift X, but the CPU and screen quality, while adequate, may not match higher-end laptops designed specifically for gaming.
Engineering and Design
7.5
7.5
7.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.2/10
4.3/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.3/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Acer Swift X (2022) and Lenovo Slim 7 16 are both good for engineering and design.
The Acer Swift X (2022) and Lenovo Slim 7 16 are both suitable for engineering and design due to their strong CPUs, sufficient RAM, and dedicated GPUs that handle computation and graphics well. While the Acer has a high-quality IPS screen and is lighter for better portability, the Lenovo offers a larger, higher-resolution display that's also touch-enabled, a slightly more capable CPU for demanding tasks, and a more robust battery, albeit at a higher weight.
Content Creation
7.8
7.6
7.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.2/10
2240 x 1400
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Acer Swift X (2022) and Lenovo Slim 7 16 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
7.6
7.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.2/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
2240 x 1400
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
The Acer Swift X (2022) and Lenovo Slim 7 16 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
9.5 Hours
The Acer Swift X has 10 hours of battery life. The Lenovo Slim 7 16 has 9.5 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.
Build Quality
7.6
7.8
The Lenovo Slim 7 16 and Acer Swift X (2022) 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 Lenovo Slim 7 16 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
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| Acer Swift X (2022) | Lenovo Slim 7 16 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,313 | $1,440 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | April 1, 2022 | June 1, 2022 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 12.3'' x 8.4'' x 0.7'' | 14'' x 9.7'' x 0.69'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 3.09 lbs | 4.6 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 12.3" | 14.01" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 8.4" | 9.68" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i7-1260P | AMD Ryzen 7 6800HS | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 512 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 10 Hours | 9.5 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 58.7 Wh | 75 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 14" | 16" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 2240 x 1400 | 2560 x 1600 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 165Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 330 nits | 500 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.6/10 | 7.8/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 8.6/10 | 7.6/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 8/10 | 7/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 8/10 | 8/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 8/10 | 7.5/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 1080p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | Yes | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | No | Yes | |
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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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 Slim 7 16
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Eric Grevstad | March 2022
"At $1,011, the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7 Pro is a real bargain among full-sized laptops, with a handsome 16-inch, 16:10 aspect ratio touch screen, a speedy CPU, a comfortable keyboard, ample memory, and a roomy solid-state drive. It's not a blazing gaming rig or mobile workstation, but it doesn't pretend to be. Its biggest negative is that it may be hard to find—during our review, it sold out and was marked "Temporarily Unavailable" on Lenovo's site."
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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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