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Updated January 12, 2024·
Without access to the detailed specifications and reviews of both the Acer Swift X (2022) and the Maypug 15" Laptop, I can still offer general advice. The Acer Swift X, known for its performance and likely superior specs, is suitable for more demanding tasks like video editing, 3D work, or gaming; however, it may be heavier and have less battery life than simpler laptops. The Maypug, with its lower price, may be sufficient for everyday tasks such as web browsing, office applications, and media consumption, with the benefit of being lighter and potentially offering longer battery time. Consider how you'll use the laptop. If you do complex tasks or need higher performance, consider investing in the Acer. If you prioritize cost savings, portability, and battery over performance, the Maypug might be the better option. 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 portability
- Very good battery life
- Very good speakers
- Very good keyboard
Advantages of the Maypug 15" Laptop
- The Maypug 15" Laptop has no clear advantages over the Acer Swift X (2022).
Key differences
General Use
7.8
5.8
2240 x 1400
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
330.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
200.0 nits
10.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
7.0 Hours
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.0/10
8.5/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.5/10
The Acer Swift X (2022) is good for general use, while the Maypug 15" Laptop is poor.
The Acer Swift X (2022) outshines the Maypug 15" Laptop for general use due to its more powerful Intel i7 processor, double the RAM, and a higher resolution display, enhancing performance and screen quality. Additionally, despite a slightly smaller screen, the Swift X offers superior portability with a lighter weight and better battery life, making it a more versatile option for on-the-go use.
Gaming and AI
6.6
5.6
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
7.5/10
The Acer Swift X (2022) is only fair for gaming and AI, while the Maypug 15" Laptop is poor.
The Acer Swift X (2022) is fair for gaming and 3D because it features a dedicated Nvidia RTX 3050 GPU which supports modern gaming and 3D applications, while the Maypug 15" Laptop is poor for the same uses due to its integrated Intel UHD Graphics, which is significantly less capable. Both laptops have the same screen refresh rate but the Acer's superior GPU and better CPU make it more suited for intensive tasks.
Engineering and Design
7.5
5.6
7.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.4/10
4.3/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.5/10
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
The Acer Swift X (2022) is good for engineering and design, while the Maypug 15" Laptop is poor.
The Acer Swift X (2022) is superior for engineering and design tasks due to its more powerful CPU (Intel i7 versus Celeron), more RAM, and higher-quality GPU (Nvidia RTX 3050 versus Intel UHD Graphics), which are critical for such software demands. Additionally, its screen offers a higher resolution and better color accuracy, enhancing detail and visual precision important for design work, whereas the Maypug 15" Laptop falls short with a less capable processor, less RAM, a basic integrated GPU, and a lower resolution display ill-suited for engineering and design applications.
Content Creation
7.8
5.9
7.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.4/10
2240 x 1400
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Acer Swift X (2022) is good for content creation, while the Maypug 15" Laptop is poor.
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
5.9
7.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.4/10
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
2240 x 1400
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.0/10
The Acer Swift X (2022) is good for software development, while the Maypug 15" Laptop is poor.
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
5.7
14.0in
SIZE
15.6in
2240 x 1400
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
330.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
200.0 nits
The Acer Swift X has a better screen than the Maypug 15" Laptop for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
If you primarily use your laptop for everyday tasks such as browsing the web and office applications, the Acer Swift X provides a clearer, brighter display that will make those activities more enjoyable. For engineering and design purposes, the same laptop offers a wider range of colors, essential for accurately viewing and editing designs or photos. However, if you're into gaming or working with 3D applications, the Acer Swift X's lower refresh rate might make fast-paced visuals less smooth compared to laptops that prioritize higher refresh rates for such activities.
Battery
10.0 Hours
7.0 Hours
The Acer Swift X has 10 hours of battery life. The Maypug 15" Laptop has 7 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
15.6in
3.0 lbs
WEIGHT
3.6 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The Acer Swift X (2022) has very good portability, while the Maypug 15" Laptop has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.6
5.1
The Acer Swift X (2022) has good build quality, while the Maypug 15" Laptop has poor build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$1,313
$600
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
The Acer Swift X (2022) has a price of $1,313 and the Maypug 15" Laptop costs $600.
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How the Acer Swift X (2022) and the Maypug 15" Laptop compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
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| Acer Swift X (2022) | Maypug 15" Laptop |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,313 | $600 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | April 1, 2022 | January 1, 2023 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 12.3'' x 8.4'' x 0.7'' | 14'' x 11.1'' x 0.78'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 3.09 lbs | 3.6 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 12.3" | 13.97" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 8.4" | 11.1" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i7-1260P | Intel Celeron N5095 | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 8 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 | 7 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 58.7 Wh | 29.6 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 14" | 15.6" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 2240 x 1400 | 1366 x 768 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 330 nits | 200 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.6/10 | 5.1/10 | |
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 | 7.5/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 8/10 | 6/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 8/10 | 4.8/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | Yes | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | No | |
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 | No | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 3 | 1 | |
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."
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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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