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Business Insider
3 days ago
- Business Insider
Acer's Swift Go 14 AI laptop is perfect for college students on the go — here's how it stacked up in our tests
When I started looking for new college laptops to test, the Acer Swift Go 14 AI was nowhere on my radar. Most Windows laptops use Intel or AMD processors, but this model uses a Qualcomm Snapdragon CPU, which hasn't traditionally been viewed as a top-tier option. But thank goodness I gave it a look, because the Swift Go 14 AI is one of the most exciting laptops I've reviewed. Its impressive performance has completely changed my opinion of Snapdragon CPUs, and convinced me that Microsoft's line of "Copilot Plus" PCs (which includes this laptop) is more than just a marketing gimmick. But if all the Swift Go 14 AI had was a solid CPU, it wouldn't be worth the money. Luckily, Acer backs up the processor with a slim frame, a bright screen, and an absolutely bonkers amount of battery life. This all adds up to a fantastic productivity laptop that's perfect for work and school. The laptop looks basic, but it feels great to use In an age when every laptop company is trying to reinvent the MacBook, the Swift Go 14 AI's design isn't anything new. It's colored a dull silver-gray with black membrane keys, has visible hinges, and is covered in fan vents. Nothing special. But in the places that count most, the laptop shines. Its light weight — about three pounds — and slim frame make it easy to slip into a backpack or briefcase, or even just carry around under your arm. That portability is one of its greatest strengths. It helps that the laptop charges using a basic USB-C cable. This means you don't have to worry about dealing with bulky AC adapters or charging bricks that weigh you down. A terabyte of included solid-state storage also means less worrying about external drives. The black membrane keyboard I mentioned might not look fancy, but it feels just fine. I've spent hours typing on it, and haven't felt any strain or ache. It also includes an adjustable backlight, although it's pretty dim. For whatever reason, vibrant displays are a rarity on most laptops — here, however, the screen is a highlight. The 14.5-inch LCD screen boasts a 120Hz refresh rate and 2560x1600 resolution. Those are surprisingly good specs for a productivity-focused laptop like this, and give this model a little something extra for those who want to use it for casual gaming or content creation. It's also brighter than the industry average, maxing out at about 400 nits. Also worth shouting out is the webcam. It's QHD (1440p), meaning its video is four times the resolution of the industry standard 720p, and captures almost two times the total number of pixels of a 1080p camera, which is often considered a luxury. It also includes a privacy shutter, which is always a nice extra. However, some parts of the Swift Go 14 AI's design disappoint. The built-in speakers aren't awful — I've definitely heard worse on cheaper laptops — but they have a tinny quality that makes bass-heavy songs sound shallow. And when the laptop's fans rev up to full speed, which they often do during system updates, they create a surprisingly loud roar. Performance exceeded my expectations Going in, I expected the Acer Swift Go 14 AI to be slow and sluggish. Thankfully, it's anything but. While most Windows laptops use either Intel or AMD processors, this laptop uses a Qualcomm Snapdragon X Plus. The Snapdragon brand isn't new, but previous models haven't been known for their power. In the past, you'd usually find them in Android phones or tablets. It wasn't a name that inspired confidence in the laptop market. Consider me surprised to find that the Snapdragon X Plus not only excels at most tasks, but also outperforms some pricier laptops. Geekbench testing has it coming in at an average CPU score of 11,152, which is on par or better than almost any Intel Core Ultra chip and within striking distance of many top-tier Intel Core i9 and AMD Ryzen mobile chips from the previous generation. This plays out in practice, too. Programs, folders, and files run quickly. Boot times are also low. I found very few programs that didn't run well on it. Even the 3D-modeling app Blender runs remarkably smoothly, only lagging when it comes time to shade or render models. It boasts 16GB of RAM, which isn't an outstanding achievement — 16GB should really be the minimum in any computer these days — but it does help with performance. Admittedly, the laptop does struggle in the graphics department. It's not the PC of choice for 3D games released in the last few years, and video editing could prove to be a problem. And despite the "AI" branding, it's definitely not made for any sort of serious AI image- or video-generation work. Even integrated Intel graphics outpace it. Other sorts of AI tools, like live transcription or real-time webcam enhancements, work much better, although I didn't find them any faster or otherwise superior to the AI tools on other laptops with similar specs. So the Snapdragon X Plus offers good processing power but subpar graphical power. If that was the whole story, it wouldn't be that impressive — but to truly understand the Snapdragon X Plus' appeal, you have to look at the battery life. It has unbelievably long battery life I've been reviewing laptops for years, and I've come to accept that most great laptops also have middling-to-horrible battery life. Under usual load, the average Intel- or AMD-powered laptop will last about three to nine hours. The Acer Swift Go 14 AI can last between six to 23 hours. That's not an exaggeration. The Snapdragon X Plus is specifically designed to use less power than more standard chips, and it succeeds at this goal. I've had the Swift Go 14 AI last for entire work shifts, even at max brightness. It's shocking to notice a low battery warning, only to check and see that your laptop still has five hours of life left. It's this impressive battery performance that makes the Swift Go 14 AI such a great portable device. Even if you don't have a charger, you don't have to worry about your laptop suddenly dying. It's a worthwhile tradeoff for the laptops' disappointing graphical power. A small selection of Windows apps might not run Though I was impressed by its power, the laptop's Snapdragon processor has a specific limitation, which could prove inconsequential or major depending on how you use it. Most computers are built with "x64" processors, and nearly every PC program is built to run on those chips. But some modern laptops (like the Swift Go 14 AI) are built with "ARM64" processors instead, which emphasize battery life over power. Having an ARM64 processor won't be an issue for most apps. Popular Windows programs, from Spotify to Google Chrome to the Microsoft 365 suite, are all supported without any problems. These days, it's much harder to find a program that won't work with ARM64 than one that will. However, a few x64 programs still don't support ARM64, including design apps like AutoCAD. Some Adobe apps might also run a bit slower since they're being emulated, but Adobe is actively working on improving this. More and more companies are developing ARM-supported apps each day, so as ARM processors get more popular, this will be less of an issue. But if there are niche apps you rely on for work or school, it's worth checking to see if they have ARM versions before you buy a Snapdragon-powered laptop. Should you buy the Acer Swift Go 14 AI? The Swift Go 14 AI isn't a supercomputer, especially when it comes to graphical performance. But when it comes to being a reliable productivity and media machine — the kind you'll want by your side at school or work — it's a fantastic choice. This is particularly true given recent discounts, which have seen this model drop to $750. The battery life is really what helps this laptop stand out. Modern devices have increasingly traded battery life for faster performance, and it's refreshing to find a laptop that prioritizes both. I'm excited to see how Qualcomm continues to improve its Snapdragon processors. One day, it might be legitimate competition to high-end Intel and AMD offerings. Acer sells other "Swift" and "Swift Go" laptops, each of which has slightly different specs — and many of which feature Intel or AMD CPUs. But notably, the ARM-powered Swift Go 14 AI is the only one Acer brags about the battery life on.
TECHx
19-06-2025
- TECHx
Acer Swift Edge 14 AI, Swift Go Series Get AI Upgrades
Home » Tech Value Chain » Global Brands » Acer Swift Edge 14 AI, Swift Go Series Get AI Upgrades Acer announced updates to its Swift Copilot+ PC lineup, including the Acer Swift Edge 14 AI and Swift Go AI Series. The new thin-and-light laptops are now powered by the latest Intel® Core™ Ultra 200V Series processors and integrated Neural Processing Units (NPUs), enhancing their AI capabilities. The Acer Swift Edge 14 AI, part of the Swift Copilot+ range, features a lightweight sub-1kg chassis. It includes a 14-inch 3K OLED display with edge-to-edge glass and supports 100% DCI-P3 color gamut. Acer reported that the device is the world's first laptop to include Corning® Gorilla™ Matte Pro surface treatment. The new surface reportedly reduces reflections by 95% compared to traditional anti-glare glass and improves contrast and sharpness in outdoor conditions. With up to an Intel® Core™ Ultra 9 processor 288V and integrated Intel® Arc™ GPU, the Swift Edge 14 AI supports demanding AI workloads such as image processing and noise reduction. The device includes features like a fingerprint reader that lights up during recognition and an AI Activity Indicator on the touchpad. It offers up to 32 GB LPDDR5X memory and up to 1 TB PCIe Gen 4 storage. Acer revealed that the Swift Edge 14 AI can deliver up to 21 hours of battery life. The device includes dual Thunderbolt 4 ports, dual USB Type-A ports, and is MIL-STD 810H certified for durability. The chassis is made from a high-grade magnesium-aluminum alloy and features a 'soft-touch' UV-coated keyboard. It also includes a dedicated Copilot key for launching AI assistance in Windows 11. Acer also introduced the Swift Go 16 AI and Swift Go 14 AI laptops. These models are powered by up to Intel Core Ultra 7 processors 258V with Intel Arc graphics and up to 32 GB LPDDR5X RAM. They support up to 2 TB PCIe Gen 4 NVMe SSD storage. The Swift Go 16 AI offers a 16-inch WUXGA+ 2K OLED display The Swift Go 14 AI features a 14-inch WUXGA OLED display Both displays are VESA DisplayHDR™ True Black 500-certified and Eyesafe 2.0 certified. Acer reported that these laptops provide up to 16 hours of battery life for web browsing. They come with Acer's new Multi-Control Touchpad, which allows users to manage media and conferencing features directly on the touchpad. In addition, Acer MyKey enables one-click access to frequently used applications. All three new Acer Swift AI laptops include 1080p FHD IR webcams supporting Windows Hello facial recognition. The built-in Acer User Sensing technology automatically locks or wakes the device based on user presence. Acer PurifiedVoice™ 2.0 and a triple microphone array are included to reduce background noise during calls. Connectivity features include support for HDMI 2.1, USB Type-C, Wi-Fi 7, and Bluetooth 5.4. The laptops also support DTS: X Ultra audio for improved sound quality. Acer stated that the Swift AI lineup supports sustainable practices. The devices are EPEAT Gold-registered, use post-consumer recycled plastics, and ship with 100% recycled packaging. Availability and pricing details were also revealed: Acer Swift Edge 14 AI (SFE14-51/T): available in EMEA in June, starting at USD 1,599 Acer Swift Go 16 AI (SFG16-74): available in EMEA in August, starting at USD 1,299 Acer Swift Go 14 AI (SFG14-75): available in EMEA in July, starting at USD 1,199 The new models reflect Acer's focus on integrating AI features into lightweight and portable designs under its Swift product line.
Stuff.tv
16-05-2025
- Stuff.tv
Acer's newest lightweight laptop beats the MacBook Air in weight
If you thought Apple's MacBook Air was the featherweight champ of the lightweight laptop world, Acer's newest notebook might have you change your mind. Ahead of Computex 2025, Acer revealed the Swift Edge 14 which tips the scales at just 990g. We're talking backpack-friendly, travel-ready, actually-use-on-your-lap-without-going-numb light. And yet, somehow, Acer managed to cram in a 14-inch 3K OLED display, Intel's latest Core Ultra 9 chip, an AI-powered NPU, and enough ports to avoid dongle purgatory. It's hard not to be impressed. This thing isn't just light – it also packs proper power for actual work. Between the OLED panel that's been fine-tuned with VESA DisplayHDR TrueBlack 600 and Gorilla Glass Matte Pro (a mouthful, I know), this laptop isn't messing about with screen quality. And while you're not going to launch a AAA game marathon on the Intel Arc graphics, it'll more than handle AI tinkering, 4K streaming, or 67-tab Chrome sessions. The rest of the Swift lineup doesn't exactly slouch, either. The new Swift X 14 and Swift X 14 AI models are pitched squarely at creators and professionals. They pack either Intel Core Ultra or AMD Ryzen AI processors and RTX 5070 GPUs inside. That means you can throw editing timelines, 3D rendering, and AI art generation at them without so much as a stutter. Acer's glorious OLED touchscreens make a return, with full DCI-P3 coverage and 3K resolution. Acer's also throwing in a stylus-ready haptic touchpad, facial recognition login, and a surprisingly useful set of AI tools. Whether you're using the AMD or Intel flavour, both Swift X 14 models are certified Nvidia Studio laptop. Twin fans, copper heat pipes, and airflow wizardry mean they're not going to burn your legs every time you open Photoshop. As for those who want solid performance in a slightly less flashy shell, the Swift Go 14 AI and Swift Go 16 AI also got a refresh. Still OLED, still AI-savvy, and still designed for all-day battery and light productivity. They even have a Multi-Control Touchpad so you can play DJ with your video calls. The Acer Swift Edge 14 will be available from June, starting at €1599. The Swift X 14 AI and Swift X 14 both land in July, starting at €1799. The Swift Go 16 AI drops in August from €1299, and the Swift Go 14 AI follows in July from €1199. US and UK availability and pricing has yet to be unveiled.
Engadget
16-05-2025
- Engadget
Acer's new Swift Edge 14 AI laptop packs in a matte display and AI features
Acer is updating its lineup of Swift Edge, Go and X laptops at Computex with the latest Intel chips, and in of one of these Copilot+ PCs, a unique matte display treatment developed by Corning, the glass manufacturer behind the Gorilla Glass covering millions of smartphones. The beneficiary of that new display is the Swift Edge 14 AI. The laptop's display has an anti-glare Gorilla Matte Pro finish that's the first of its kind on a laptop, and is supposed to "reduce screen reflection by 95 percent" compared to alternative anti-glare glass. Acer introduced the original Swift Edge 14 AI alongside the parade of Copilot+ PCs that accompanied Microsoft's big push into AI last year. The new Swift Edge 14 AI benefits from those same AI features like Recall or Click to Do thanks to its updated internals. You can spec the Swift Edge 14 AI with up to an Intel Core Ultra 9 processor with Intel Arc graphics, up to 32GB LPDDR5X RAM and up to 1TB of storage. All of this components are packed into a white and relatively light (2.18 lbs) magnesium-aluminum alloy body, with a 14-inch OLED screen and a "soft-touch" stain-resistant keyboard. For the new Swift Go 14 AI and Swift Go 16 AI, Acer lets you build the laptop with up to an Intel Core Ultra 7, up to 32 GBLPDDR5X RAM and up to 2TB of storage. On the Swift Go 14 AI you can opt for a 16:10, 1,920 x 1,200 resolution OLED and a similarly laid out 2,048 x 1,280 resolution OLED on the Swift Go 16 AI. Neither laptop is as sleek as the Swift Edge 14 AI — in terms of appearance, the Swift Go laptops seem like the kind you'd be assigned for work. Case in point, both Go models have 1080p, Windows Hello-compatible webcams and touchpads with built-in video conferencing controls. Acer is also updating its Swift X laptops, the company's go-to option if you're looking for more graphical oomph. Both the Swift X 14 AI and the plain Swift X 14 include a NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 laptop GPU, which should power you through all sort of video editing and 3D rendering tasks. You can pair the GPU with up to an AMD Ryzen AI 9 on the Swift X 14 AI or up to an Intel Core Ultra 9 on on the Swift X 14. Both laptops can include up to 32GB of LPDDR5X RAM and up to 2TB of storage. This year's Swift laptops also feature a 14.5-inch 3K OLED displays and larger haptic touchpads that support tilt-enabled styluses for drawing and photo retouching. Likely due to the unpredictable nature of global trade, none of Acer's new Swift laptops have finalized pricing or availability in the US, though we can share the info Acer has for Europe. The Swift Edge 14 AI is expected to be available in June for €1,599, the Swift Go 14 AI a little bit later in July for €1,199 and the Swift Go 16 AI in August for €1,299. The story is the same for Acer's Swift X laptops. Both the Swift X 14 AI and Swift X 14 will be available in July for €1,799.
TECHx
14-02-2025
- Business
- TECHx
Acer Expands AI-Powered Copilot+ PC Lineup - TECHx Media Acer Expands AI-Powered Copilot+ PC Lineup
Acer Expands AI-Powered Copilot+ PC Lineup Acer has announced the expansion of its Copilot+ PC offering, bringing AI-powered performance to a broader selection of laptops, desktops, and mini PCs. This updated lineup includes the Swift Go 14 AI and Swift Go 16 AI laptops, the Aspire 14 AI laptop, the Aspire S AI and Aspire C AI all-in-one (AIO) desktops, and the compact Revo Box AI mini PC. All models feature the latest processors with integrated neural processing units (NPU), enhancing AI-driven workloads for improved productivity and creativity. Expanding the Copilot+ Ecosystem James Lin, General Manager of Notebooks at Acer Inc., highlighted the growing demand for AI-powered PCs, stating, 'As customers see the benefits of using AI to improve and streamline daily tasks, they are interested in Copilot+ PCs in a wider range of sizes and form factors to fit their specific needs and environments.' This expansion aims to meet that demand, offering slim designs equipped with the latest AI processors to make AI more accessible. Marc Ho, Senior Director of Stationary Computing Business at Acer Inc., added, 'We are excited to introduce the Copilot+ PC to our desktop portfolio, combining powerful performance with advanced AI technology, in versatile PC designs.' Mark Linton, Vice President of Device Partner Sales at Microsoft, also praised the new lineup, saying, 'Acer's expansion of its Copilot+ PC portfolio brings AI capabilities to a wider range of devices that meet customers' diverse needs.' Swift Go AI Laptops: Thin, Light, and Powerful The Acer Swift Go 14 AI and Swift Go 16 AI laptops are designed for on-the-go professionals and students, delivering high performance with AMD Ryzen AI 300 Series processors. With up to 8 high-performance cores and 16 threads, the laptops offer speeds up to 5.0 GHz, ensuring smooth AI-driven tasks such as streaming and editing. Both models boast up to 24.9 hours of battery life and feature stunning OLED displays with 3K resolution and 120 Hz refresh rates. Aspire 14 AI: All-Day Power for Students and Professionals The Acer Aspire 14 AI laptop provides up to 22 hours of video playback, powered by Intel Core Ultra processors. With a 180-degree hinge for collaboration and a lightweight design, the Aspire 14 AI is ideal for productivity on the move. Featuring a 14-inch OLED display and up to 32 GB of LPDDR5X memory, it supports Thunderbolt™ 4 ports and Wi-Fi 6E for fast connectivity. Aspire S AI and Aspire C AI: Stylish All-in-One Desktops The Aspire S AI AIO desktops offer sleek, minimalist designs with powerful performance. Available in 23.8-inch and 27-inch displays, these desktops are powered by Intel Core Ultra processors with up to 48 NPU TOPS. The Aspire C AI models, with their slim profiles and vibrant displays, also feature the latest AMD Ryzen AI 300 Series processors. Revo Box AI: Mini PC Flexibility The Acer Revo Box AI mini PC packs impressive performance into a compact form. Powered by Intel Core Ultra processors and Intel Arc™ Graphics, the Revo Box AI supports up to 32 GB of memory and a 1 TB SSD, providing reliable performance for multitasking. Despite its small size, the Revo Box AI offers flexible connectivity options, including dual 2.5G ethernet ports and Wi-Fi 6E. AI Features Across All Models The new Acer Copilot+ PCs include integrated AI features such as Acer PurifiedVoice™ 2.0 for clear videoconference audio, Acer PurifiedView™ 2.0 for enhanced video calls, and Acer User Sensing™ 2.0 for privacy protection. The AcerSense app, accessible via a dedicated key, provides users with real-time system status and AI tools to optimize performance. Acer's latest Copilot+ PCs are designed to elevate productivity and creativity by harnessing the power of AI, offering a practical solution for today's demanding workloads. These devices feature cutting-edge AI tools, including Recall (Preview) for content search, Cocreator in Paint for AI-assisted drawing, and Live Captions for real-time translations. With the expansion of the Copilot+ PC portfolio, Acer continues to push the boundaries of innovation, bringing AI-powered computing to a wide range of users.
