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Updated January 10, 2024·
If you prioritize high-resolution touchscreens with vibrant colors for content creation or media consumption, consider the ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED with its OLED display. However, if gaming or 3D work is your focus, Acer Swift X offers a dedicated graphics card which may better suit those needs. The Acer provides longer battery life, which is beneficial if you're often on the move, while the ASUS has a slightly larger battery but with reduced longevity possibly due to its higher-quality screen. Both laptops have similar price points, storage, and RAM, with differences in their CPUs and GPU capabilities that align with their identified strengths. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Acer Swift X (2021)
- Very good battery life
- Very good speakers
Advantages of the ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED
- Very good overall display quality
Key differences
Engineering and Design
7.0
7.7
5.6/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.5/10
4.4/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
8.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
The ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED and Acer Swift X (2021) are both good for engineering and design, though the ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED is somewhat better.
The Acer Swift X (2021) delivers strong performance for engineering and design tasks with its AMD Ryzen CPU and Nvidia RTX 3050 GPU, complemented by its IPS screen that offers good color coverage which is crucial for design accuracy. On the other hand, the ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED has a high-quality OLED touchscreen with a higher resolution and color accuracy, driven by an Intel CPU and integrated Iris Xe graphics, which together provide great visual experiences for design work but may not match the discrete graphics performance of the Acer for certain engineering applications.
Screen Quality
6.9
8.6
14.0in
SIZE
14.0in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
372.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
376.0 nits
The ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED has a better screen than the Acer Swift X for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, and content creation.
The Acer Swift X offers a display that's sufficient for everyday tasks and engineering applications thanks to its adequate resolution and brightness, but it doesn't stand out in gaming or 3D modeling due to its standard refresh rate. The ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED boasts superior contrast and color reproduction with its OLED panel, making it ideal for engineering and general use where color accuracy is key, but like the Acer, it falls short for gaming due to its lower refresh rate. Neither laptop is optimized for gaming or high-end 3D work, where a high refresh rate is crucial for smooth motion and fast-paced visuals.
Battery
10.0 Hours
6.0 Hours
The Acer Swift X has 10 hours of battery life. The ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED has 6 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.
Cost
$580
$825
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
The Acer Swift X (2021) has a price of $580 and the ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED costs $825.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.4
7.5
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
372.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
376.0 nits
10.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
6.0 Hours
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
8.5/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.3/10
The ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED and Acer Swift X (2021) are both good for general use.
The Acer Swift X (2021) is a solid option for general use with its capable AMD Ryzen CPU, ample RAM for everyday tasks, vibrant IPS screen, and moderate weight for portability alongside long battery life. In contrast, the ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED offers a more powerful Intel CPU and stunning OLED display with touch capability and high pixel density, although it is heavier and has shorter battery life, making it slightly less portable than the Acer.
Gaming and AI
6.3
6.5
4.4/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
8.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
6.5/10
The ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED and Acer Swift X (2021) are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The Acer Swift X has a dedicated Nvidia RTX 3050 GPU which is beneficial for gaming and 3D tasks but has a standard screen refresh rate of 60Hz, whereas the ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED relies on its CPU's integrated Iris Xe graphics which are less powerful for gaming, yet offers a higher screen refresh rate of 120Hz which can make gameplay smoother. While the Acer's GPU is better suited for more graphically intensive games, the ASUS's higher refresh rate and superior OLED display provide better screen quality and fluid visuals, but may not handle demanding 3D tasks as effectively.
Content Creation
7.5
7.6
5.6/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.5/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
8.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
The ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED and Acer Swift X (2021) 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
7.3
7.5
5.6/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.5/10
8.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
The ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED and Acer Swift X (2021) 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.
Portability
Very Good
Very Good
14.0in
SIZE
14.0in
3.0 lbs
WEIGHT
3.4 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.6in
The Acer Swift X (2021) and ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED both have very good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.6
7.8
The ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED and Acer Swift X (2021) 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 (2021) and the ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
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| Acer Swift X (2021) | ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$580 | $825 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | June 1, 2021 | May 1, 2023 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 12.7'' x 8.4'' x 0.7'' | 12.7'' x 8.9'' x 0.67'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 3.06 lbs | 3.44 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 12.7" | 12.67" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 8.4" | 8.88" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | AMD Ryzen 5 5600U | Intel i5-13500H | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 8 GB | 8 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 512 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 10 Hours | 6 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 59 Wh | 70 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 14" | 14" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | OLED | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 2880 x 1800 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 120Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 372 nits | 376 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.6/10 | 7.8/10 | |
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 | 6.5/10 | |
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 | 1 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 1 | 2 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 2 | 3 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | N/A | 4 | |
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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 Zenbook 14X OLED
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Matthew Buzzi | September 2023
"While one of the more budget-friendly configurations of the Asus Zenbook 14X OLED may make a compelling case as a top value pick, it’s difficult to be disappointed with the more expensive model we reviewed here. At its core, for all models, it’s a luxury-built laptop with extreme portability and a gorgeous OLED display. Our unit rocks with a snappy Core i9 processor for getting real work done, and the discrete GPU—even if it has a clear power ceiling—is a bonus for creative pros."
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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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