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Updated January 10, 2024·
If you prioritize a higher resolution display with touch capabilities, the Samsung Galaxy Book3 360 with its OLED screen may suit you better, and it offers a larger screen and more RAM which can be beneficial for multitasking. Conversely, the Acer Swift X (2021) includes a dedicated Nvidia RTX 3050 graphics card, which renders it more suitable for tasks that demand more graphical processing power, such as 3D rendering or gaming. However, keep in mind that the Samsung's integrated graphics are not as powerful for such intensive tasks. Both laptops are similarly priced, have similar battery life, and are roughly equivalent in portability, so your choice may hinge on whether you need stronger GPU performance or a touch-enabled OLED display and more memory for multitasking. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Acer Swift X (2021)
- Very good speakers
- Very good keyboard
Advantages of the Samsung Galaxy Book3 360
- Good overall display quality
Key differences
Engineering and Design
7.0
7.6
5.6/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.2/10
4.4/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.8/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Samsung Galaxy Book3 360 and Acer Swift X (2021) are both good for engineering and design, though the Samsung Galaxy Book3 360 is somewhat better.
The Acer Swift X (2021) is suitable for engineering and design due to its dedicated Nvidia RTX 3050 GPU and AMD Ryzen 5 CPU, enhancing its capability to handle demanding tasks, whereas the Samsung Galaxy Book3 360, with its latest generation Intel i7 CPU and integrated Iris Xe graphics, provides solid performance in a more flexible 2-in-1 form factor with higher RAM, which benefits multitasking and design work on an OLED touchscreen with superior color accuracy. While the Acer has a stronger GPU for intensive tasks, the Samsung offers a better combination of portability, higher RAM, and screen quality for design workflows that benefit from touch interaction and color precision.
Screen Quality
6.9
7.7
14.0in
SIZE
15.6in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
372.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
350.0 nits
The Samsung Galaxy Book3 360 has a better screen than the Acer Swift X for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
For general use, the Samsung Galaxy Book3 360 has a display that offers higher resolution and brightness, providing crisp and clear visuals that enhance everyday tasks. When it comes to engineering and design, this laptop's wider color gamut supports more accurate color representation, which is essential for detail-oriented creative work. However, both the Acer Swift X and the Samsung Galaxy Book3 360 have lower refresh rates, which is a downside for 3D applications and gaming, as these activities benefit from smoother motion and faster screen updates.
Cost
$580
$1,070
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
$1,600
The Acer Swift X (2021) has a price of $580 and the Samsung Galaxy Book3 360 costs $1,070.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.4
7.8
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
372.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
350.0 nits
10.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
10.0 Hours
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
8.5/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.6/10
The Samsung Galaxy Book3 360 and Acer Swift X (2021) are both good for general use.
PerfectRec’s General Use Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for general productivity, web browsing, streaming, video calls, and running a wide variety of apps and programs.
Gaming and AI
6.3
6.4
4.4/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.8/10
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
9.5/10
The Samsung Galaxy Book3 360 and Acer Swift X (2021) are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The Acer Swift X (2021) has a dedicated Nvidia RTX 3050 GPU with a standard 60Hz screen refresh rate, giving it adequate gaming and 3D capabilities, while the Samsung Galaxy Book3 360 relies on Intel's integrated Iris Xe graphics, sharing its resources with the CPU, but also features a 60Hz screen refresh rate, with both devices having screens that are suitable but not exceptional for gaming and 3D work.
Content Creation
7.5
7.8
5.6/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.2/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
The Samsung Galaxy Book3 360 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
7.7
5.6/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.2/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The Samsung Galaxy Book3 360 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.
Battery
10.0 Hours
10.0 Hours
The Acer Swift X has 10 hours of battery life. The Samsung Galaxy Book3 360 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.
Portability
Very Good
Very Good
14.0in
SIZE
15.6in
3.0 lbs
WEIGHT
3.2 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.5in
The Samsung Galaxy Book3 360 and Acer Swift X (2021) both have very good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.6
7.8
The Samsung Galaxy Book3 360 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 Samsung Galaxy Book3 360 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
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| Acer Swift X (2021) | Samsung Galaxy Book3 360 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$580 | $1,070 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | June 1, 2021 | March 1, 2023 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 12.7'' x 8.4'' x 0.7'' | 14'' x 9'' x 0.54'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 3.06 lbs | 3.22 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 12.7" | 13.99" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 8.4" | 8.98" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | AMD Ryzen 5 5600U | Intel i7-1360P | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 8 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 512 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 10 Hours | 10 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 59 Wh | 61.1 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 14" | 15.6" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | OLED | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1080 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 372 nits | 350 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.6/10 | 7.8/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 8.6/10 | 8.7/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 8/10 | 9.5/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 8/10 | 7.5/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 8/10 | 6.8/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 1080p | |
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 | 1 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 1 | 2 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 2 | 2 | |
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."
Samsung Galaxy Book3 360
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Adam Speight | July 2023
"The Samsung Galaxy Book 3 360 isn’t a laptop that the Korean manufacturer has shouted from the rooftops about, and it seems to have gotten little attention from anywhere. But, it is absolutely a laptop worth paying attention to. Compared to higher-priced devices, like the Dell XPS 13 (2022) and Asus Zenbook S 13 OLED (2023), it manages to offer a similar day-to-day experience despite the price difference. It’s really hard to justify the extra cash unless a boosted display is a requirement of yours."
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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 Samsung
Samsung Electronics is one of the largest technology corporation by revenue. Based in South Korea, they are very well known for their wide range of phones, tablets, TVs and appliances. Their main line of laptops is the Galaxy Book series, launched in 2017. This range includes 2-in-1 convertible devices and standard notebooks, with a focus on portability and value for money.
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