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Updated January 10, 2024·
The Acer Swift X (2021) boasts a dedicated Nvidia RTX 3050 graphics card, making it more suitable for tasks like gaming, 3D rendering, and machine learning, and it also offers generous performance for engineering uses. However, the XPG Xenia 14, while having comparable storage and main processor, relies on integrated graphics which are typically less powerful for graphics-intensive tasks. You'll find the Acer Swift X heavier, which affects portability, but it also indicates it may have better heat management due to its larger chassis. The Xenia 14, with a slightly higher aspect ratio screen, may provide a more vertical space, beneficial for productivity tasks. Choose the Acer Swift X if you prioritize gaming or intensive tasks, and the XPG Xenia for a balance between performance and portability for everyday use. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Acer Swift X (2021)
- Good for engineering and design
- Very good speakers
Advantages of the XPG Xenia 14
- Excellent portability
Key differences
Screen Quality
6.9
6.9
14.0in
SIZE
14.0in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
372.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
321.0 nits
The Acer Swift X and the XPG Xenia 14 have similar screen quality.
For general use, where activities like web browsing and document editing prevail, both the Acer Swift X and the XPG Xenia 14 offer displays with adequate resolution and brightness, making text and images clear and easy to view. With engineering and design work relying heavily on color accuracy for tasks such as photo editing or CAD, both laptops provide good color coverage, ensuring that the colors you see on screen are vivid and true to life. However, for gaming and 3D applications that benefit from smooth motion and quick response times, the lower refresh rates of these laptops' screens may not deliver the most fluid visual experience compared to models designed specifically for these purposes.
Portability
Very Good
Excellent
14.0in
SIZE
14.0in
3.0 lbs
WEIGHT
2.2 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.5in
The XPG Xenia 14 has excellent portability, while the Acer Swift X (2021) has very good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$580
$800
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
The Acer Swift X (2021) has a price of $580 and the XPG Xenia 14 costs $800.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.4
7.3
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
372.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
321.0 nits
10.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
10.0 Hours
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
8.5/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
9.2/10
The Acer Swift X (2021) and XPG Xenia 14 are both good for general use.
The Acer Swift X (2021) satisfies general use with its capable CPU (AMD Ryzen 5), ample storage, and good screen quality; its portability and battery life are well-suited to everyday tasks. Similarly, the XPG Xenia 14, with a competitive CPU (Intel i5), higher RAM, and a high-quality display, offers excellent portability and battery life necessary for general use, while its better keyboard and speaker quality enhance the user experience.
Gaming and AI
6.3
6.1
4.4/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
8.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.0/10
The Acer Swift X (2021) and XPG Xenia 14 are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The Acer Swift X, with its Nvidia RTX 3050 GPU, offers decent gaming and 3D performance but is limited by a standard 60 Hz screen refresh rate, whereas the XPG Xenia 14 relies on its Intel Iris Xe integrated graphics, which provides fair performance that's also capped by a 60 Hz refresh rate. Both laptops have comparable screen quality and CPUs that are good enough for entry-level gaming and 3D applications, but the more powerful GPU in the Acer makes it more capable for these tasks.
Engineering and Design
7.0
6.8
5.6/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.9/10
4.4/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Acer Swift X (2021) to be good for engineering and design, while the XPG Xenia 14 is only fair.
The Acer Swift X (2021) suits engineering and design tasks thanks to its Ryzen 5 CPU, RTX 3050 GPU, and superior screen quality, yet with 8GB of RAM, it may need an upgrade for more intensive multitasking; the XPG Xenia 14, with an Intel i5 CPU and Iris Xe graphics, provides solid performance and twice the RAM for smoother multitasking, but its graphics are less powerful for demanding design applications. Both laptops offer portability and quality in keyboards and displays, but the Swift X leads in graphical tasks while the Xenia 14 excels in RAM-dependent activities.
Content Creation
7.5
7.4
5.6/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.9/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Acer Swift X (2021) and XPG Xenia 14 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
7.2
5.6/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.9/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
The Acer Swift X (2021) and XPG Xenia 14 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 XPG Xenia 14 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
7.2
The Acer Swift X (2021) and XPG Xenia 14 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 XPG Xenia 14 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
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| Acer Swift X (2021) | XPG Xenia 14 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$580 | $800 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | June 1, 2021 | October 1, 2021 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 12.7'' x 8.4'' x 0.7'' | 12.2'' x 8.5'' x 0.59'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 3.06 lbs | 2.2 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 12.7" | 12.2" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 8.4" | 8.46" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | AMD Ryzen 5 5600U | Intel i5-1135G7 | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 8 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 512 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 10 Hours | 10 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 59 Wh | 53 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 14" | 14" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1200 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 372 nits | 321 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.6/10 | 7.2/10 | |
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 | 7/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 8/10 | 8/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 8/10 | 7/10 | |
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 | 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."
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Allen Ngo | July 2021
"The Xenia 14 is a top 14-inch laptop under 1 kg. ADATA isn't exactly known for its laptops and so we weren't expecting much from its first 14-inch Ultrabook. With that said, we're pleasantly surprised by how well the Xenia 14 looks and performs. Not only is it incredibly light, but it has a color accurate 16:10 display, high CPU and GPU performance, easy RAM and SSD serviceability, plenty of port options including Thunderbolt 4, and long battery life. It packs a lot of punch and features considering the size and weight to be better than even the LG Gram series."
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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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