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Updated January 10, 2024·
The Acer Swift X (2021) has a more powerful processor and graphics card, making it better suited for intensive tasks like 3D rendering and engineering software. It also has a larger storage capacity and a higher build quality, which could make it more durable over time. However, the Swift X is typically more expensive than the ASUS Vivobook Go 14. The Vivobook Go offers good performance for general use and is lighter on the wallet. Its battery life isn't as long as the Swift X, and with its lower performing hardware, it's less suitable for demanding applications and gaming. Both laptops are similar in weight and screen size but choose the Swift X for high-end tasks or the Vivobook Go for everyday use and savings. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Acer Swift X (2021)
- Good for general use
- Good for engineering and design
- Good for software development
- Good for content creation
- Good overall build quality
- Very good battery life
- Very good speakers
- Very good keyboard
Advantages of the ASUS Vivobook Go 14
- The ASUS Vivobook Go 14 has no clear advantages over the Acer Swift X (2021).
Key differences
General Use
7.4
6.2
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
372.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
250.0 nits
10.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
7.0 Hours
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.0/10
8.5/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.5/10
The Acer Swift X (2021) is good for general use, while the ASUS Vivobook Go 14 is only fair.
The Acer Swift X stands out for general use with a more powerful CPU, better screen brightness, and substantially higher sRGB coverage, which all contribute to enhanced performance and viewing experience. In comparison, the ASUS Vivobook Go 14 offers less storage and a less capable CPU, which may affect multitasking and the speed at which applications run, alongside a less vibrant screen, yet both maintain a high level of portability with similar weight and battery life.
Gaming and AI
6.3
5.7
4.4/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.5/10
1920 x 1080
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 (2021) is only fair for gaming and AI, while the ASUS Vivobook Go 14 is poor.
The Acer Swift X is better equipped for gaming and 3D applications thanks to its more powerful Nvidia RTX 3050 graphics card, compared to the ASUS Vivobook Go 14 which only has an AMD Radeon 610M, a less capable GPU for such tasks. Both laptops have similar screen quality and refresh rates, but the GPU makes a significant difference in rendering graphics smoothly in demanding scenarios.
Engineering and Design
7.0
5.9
5.6/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.1/10
4.4/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.5/10
8.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
The Acer Swift X (2021) is good for engineering and design, while the ASUS Vivobook Go 14 is poor.
The Acer Swift X (2021) is better suited for engineering and design work due to its more powerful Nvidia RTX 3050 GPU and AMD Ryzen 5 processor, while the ASUS Vivobook Go 14's less powerful AMD Radeon 610M GPU and Ryzen 3 processor are not as capable for such demanding tasks. Additionally, the Swift X has a better screen with higher brightness and broader color coverage which is crucial for design work, unlike the Vivobook Go 14 which has a more basic screen offering.
Content Creation
7.5
6.5
5.6/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.1/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
8.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Acer Swift X (2021) is good for content creation, while the ASUS Vivobook Go 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
7.3
6.4
5.6/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.1/10
8.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.0/10
The Acer Swift X (2021) is good for software development, while the ASUS Vivobook Go 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
6.9
6.2
14.0in
SIZE
14.0in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
372.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
250.0 nits
The Acer Swift X has a better screen than the ASUS Vivobook Go 14 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
For general use, the Acer Swift X has a better screen as it offers higher resolution and brightness, making it easier on the eyes during everyday tasks like browsing and document editing. In engineering and design, the Acer's superiority in color accuracy and wider color gamuts ensures that professionals see more precise and vivid colors, crucial for detailed work. However, for gaming and 3D applications, both laptops fall short due to lower refresh rates, which are key for smooth visuals, though the Acer's better resolution and panel type provide a slightly improved, but still not ideal, experience.
Battery
10.0 Hours
7.0 Hours
The Acer Swift X has 10 hours of battery life. The ASUS Vivobook Go 14 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.
Build Quality
7.6
6.5
The Acer Swift X (2021) has good build quality, while the ASUS Vivobook Go 14 has only fair build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$580
$450
$200
$300
$400
$500
$600
$700
$800
$900
The Acer Swift X (2021) has a price of $580 and the ASUS Vivobook Go 14 costs $450.
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Key similarities
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 (2021) and ASUS Vivobook Go 14 both have very good portability.
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How the Acer Swift X (2021) and the ASUS Vivobook Go 14 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
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| Acer Swift X (2021) | ASUS Vivobook Go 14 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$580 | $450 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | June 1, 2021 | May 1, 2023 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 12.7'' x 8.4'' x 0.7'' | 12.8'' x 8.4'' x 0.7'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 3.06 lbs | 3.04 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 12.7" | 12.78" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 8.4" | 8.42" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | AMD Ryzen 5 5600U | AMD Ryzen 3 7320U | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 8 GB | 8 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 5 | |
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 | 59 Wh | 42 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 14" | 14" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1080 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 372 nits | 250 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.6/10 | 6.5/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 8.6/10 | 8.5/10 | |
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 | 6/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 8/10 | 6/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 720p | |
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 | 2 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 1 | 1 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | No | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 2 | 1 | |
Thunderbolt Ports | |||
Thunderbolt Ports | 0 | 0 | |
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Acer Swift X (2021)
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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."
ASUS Vivobook Go 14
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Danny D'Cruze | March 2023
"The lack of a backlit keyboard in this price segment shouldn't sway the buyer the other way. However, it still comes down to user preference. The Vivobook Go 14 is a decent laptop in an extremely competitive price segment. A few omissions are a part of the balancing to reach the price segment. The Asus Vivobook Go 14 is a rare find when it comes to the price to performance ratio."
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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 ASUS
ASUS, a Taiwanese electronics brand, is one of the largest personal computer vendor by market share. The majority of their laptops are targeted towards personal use or gaming. Their most popular product lines include the budget-friendly VivoBook, more premium ZenBook, and their TUF and ROG gaming laptops, the latter of which has a reputation for excellent gaming performance.
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