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Updated January 10, 2024·
The Acer Swift X (2022) is more expensive but offers more storage, a stronger Intel i7 processor paired with an Nvidia RTX 3050 graphics card, and a higher resolution display, making it suitable for more intensive tasks like 3D rendering, machine learning, and engineering. In contrast, the LG Ultra 13 is more affordable with less storage and an integrated AMD graphics solution which, while less powerful, contributes to a significantly lighter weight and marginally better portability. Both laptops have similar battery life and are designed for general use and some level of gaming. If you need higher performance for demanding applications, the Acer is a better option; for everyday use and greater portability, the LG Ultra 13 may be more suitable. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Acer Swift X (2022)
- Good for engineering and design
- Good overall display quality
- Very good speakers
- Very good keyboard
Advantages of the LG Ultra 13
- Excellent portability
Key differences
General Use
7.8
7.2
2240 x 1400
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
330.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
300.0 nits
10.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
10.0 Hours
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
8.5/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
9.3/10
The Acer Swift X (2022) and LG Ultra 13 are both good for general use, though the Acer Swift X (2022) is somewhat better.
The Acer Swift X (2022) is ideal for general use due to its powerful Intel CPU and dedicated Nvidia graphics, which support a variety of tasks while offering a high-resolution display and solid battery life, though it's slightly heavier. The LG Ultra 13, while lighter and scoring higher on portability with integrated AMD graphics, also suits general use with a comparable RAM, a quality screen for its size, and long battery life, but has less storage and no dedicated GPU.
Engineering and Design
7.5
6.6
7.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.7/10
4.3/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Acer Swift X (2022) is good for engineering and design, while the LG Ultra 13 is only fair.
The Acer Swift X (2022) outperforms the LG Ultra 13 for engineering and design due to its more powerful Intel i7 processor and dedicated Nvidia RTX 3050 graphics card, enabling better handling of complex tasks and brighter, more color-accurate screen for detailed work.
Content Creation
7.8
7.2
7.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.7/10
2240 x 1400
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Acer Swift X (2022) and LG Ultra 13 are both good for content creation, though the Acer Swift X (2022) is somewhat better.
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.
Screen Quality
7.0
6.9
14.0in
SIZE
13.3in
2240 x 1400
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
330.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
300.0 nits
The Acer Swift X has a better screen than the LG Ultra 13 for general use, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
The Acer Swift X and LG Ultra 13 both feature panels with sufficient resolution and brightness that make them suitable for general use such as browsing, video streaming, and document editing. Their screens also cover a wide range of colors, aligning with the standards needed for engineering and design work, ensuring color accuracy for professionals. However, they fall short for gaming and 3D applications because they lack high refresh rates, which are crucial for smooth motion and fast-paced visuals required in these areas.
Portability
Very Good
Excellent
14.0in
SIZE
13.3in
3.0 lbs
WEIGHT
2.1 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.6in
The LG Ultra 13 has excellent portability, while the Acer Swift X (2022) has very good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$1,313
$529
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
The Acer Swift X (2022) has a price of $1,313 and the LG Ultra 13 costs $529.
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Key similarities
Gaming and AI
6.6
6.1
4.3/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
2240 x 1400
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
8.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
8.0/10
The Acer Swift X (2022) and LG Ultra 13 are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The Acer Swift X (2022) is better suited for gaming and 3D tasks due to its Nvidia RTX 3050 dedicated graphics card, which outperforms the integrated AMD Vega 7 graphics in the LG Ultra 13. However, both laptops have the same 60Hz screen refresh rate, so neither is ideal for the most demanding gaming scenarios that benefit from higher refresh rates.
Software Development
7.7
7.2
7.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.7/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
2240 x 1400
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The Acer Swift X (2022) and LG Ultra 13 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 LG Ultra 13 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.
Build Quality
7.6
7.4
The Acer Swift X (2022) and LG Ultra 13 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 LG Ultra 13 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
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| Acer Swift X (2022) | LG Ultra 13 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,313 | $529 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | April 1, 2022 | January 1, 2021 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 12.3'' x 8.4'' x 0.7'' | 12.1'' x 8.1'' x 0.6'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 3.09 lbs | 2.16 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 12.3" | 12.08" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 8.4" | 8.14" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i7-1260P | AMD Ryzen 7 4700U | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 512 GB | 256 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 10 Hours | 10 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 58.7 Wh | 51 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 14" | 13.3" | |
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 | 300 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.6/10 | 7.4/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 8.6/10 | 9.3/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 8/10 | 8/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 8/10 | 7.5/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 8/10 | 6.5/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | Yes | No | |
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 | 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."
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Joshua Goldman | April 2017
"The 13.3-inch LG Gram is a fine fit if you need to travel as light as possible for as long as possible without spending a fortune to do it. It might not be particularly sturdy or have an eye-catching design and its webcam is less than ideal, but with its sharp touch display, comfortable backlit keyboard, responsive touchpad and a fingerprint reader for extra security, the Gram makes a respectible everyday laptop for business or school work."
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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 LG
LG is a South Korean conglomerate company. While LG is mainly known for various products outside of technology, LG also develops laptops. Within the laptop industry, they are known for their thin-and-light Gram series, as well as their value-oriented Ultra series. LG laptops offer very thin and light laptops with phenomenal battery life, and are often on sale.
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