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| connectivity = Killer Wi-Fi 6E AX1675i<br>[[Bluetooth]] 5.1<br>2 x [[USB]] 3.2 Gen 1 ([[Type-A]])<br>2 x [[USB4]] ([[Type-C]])<br>1 x [[HDMI]] 2.1<br>1 x [[3.5mm headphone/microphone jack]]
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| battery = 65 Wh Li-Ion
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| weight of power brick = 100W USB-C power adapter
| number pad = No
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| backlit keyboard = Yes
| chassis = '''Color''': Silver<br>'''Materials''': Aluminum chassis
| keyboard lighting color = White
| keyboard lighting color = White backlit
| fingerprint reader = Yes
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| website = [Not%20Available,%20https://www.acer.com/us-en/laptops/swift/swift-go/pdp/NX.KF6AA.001,%20https://store.acer.com/en-us/swift-go-14-laptop-sfg14-71-785v,%20https://www.acer.com/us-en/laptops/swift/swift-go/pdp/NX.KP0AA.002,%20https://store.acer.com/en-us/swift-go-14-laptop-sfg14-72-53bp Acer]
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The '''Acer Swift Go 14 (2023)''' is a mid-range laptop designed for portability and performance, featuring Intel's Core Ultra processors and Intel Arc graphics. It is available in various configurations, making it suitable for a range of users from casual to professional.
 
== Primary Hardware ==
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=== [[Central Processing Unit (CPU)|Processor]] ===
The Acer Swift Go 14 (2023) can be configured with the following processors:
*[[Intel Core Ultra 5 125H]]: Tetradeca-core (14 cores) with a base clock of 3.30 GHz and a turbo speed of 4.50 GHz.
*[[Intel Core Ultra 7 155H]]: Tetradeca-core (14 cores) with a base clock of 2.40 GHz and a turbo speed of 5.00 GHz.
*[[Intel Core i5-1335U]]: Dodeca-core (12 cores) with a base clock of 1.30 GHz.
*[[Intel Core i7-13700H]]: Tetradeca-core (14 cores) with a base clock of 2.40 GHz and a turbo speed of 5.00 GHz.
 
The Intel Core Ultra 7 155H processor is particularly noted for its strong performance in both single-core and multi-core tasks. It features 16 cores (6 performance cores, 8 efficient cores, and 2 low power efficient cores) and 22 threads. The processor performs well in synthetic benchmarks, showing a 15% increase in single-core performance and a 54% increase in multi-core performance compared to the U series.<ref name="AndrewMarcDavid">{{cite web |url=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K4jRCJFf6YA |title=Acer Swift Go 14 Review |publisher=AndrewMarcDavid}}</ref> The Core Ultra 7 155H also performs well in productivity tasks, scoring 6,362 in PCMark 10 and 4,943 in Cinebench R20.<ref name="PCWorld">{{cite web |url=https://www.pcworld.com/article/2171363/acer-swift-go-14-review-3.html |title=Acer Swift Go 14 Review |publisher=PCWorld}}</ref>
 
'''Benchmarks''':
*Cinebench R23:
** Core Ultra 7 155H: 1779 pts (single-core), 15043 pts (multi-core)<ref name="NotebookCheck">{{cite web |url=https://www.notebookcheck.net/Acer-Swift-Go-14-review-The-Meteor-Lake-Core-Ultra-7-impresses-with-its-AI-core.783349.0.html |title=Acer Swift Go 14 Review |publisher=NotebookCheck}}</ref>
*PCMark 10:
** Core Ultra 7 155H: 7,111 (AC), 6,540 (battery)<ref name="XDADevelopers">{{cite web |url=https://www.xda-developers.com/acer-swift-go-14-2024-review/ |title=Acer Swift Go 14 Review |publisher=XDADevelopers}}</ref>
 
=== [[Graphics Processing Unit (GPU)|Graphics]] ===
The Acer Swift Go 14 (2023) is equipped with the following graphics options:
*[[Intel Iris Xe Graphics]]: Integrated graphics with shared memory.
*[[Intel Arc Graphics]]: Integrated graphics with shared memory, offering significant improvements over previous generations.
 
The Intel Arc graphics provide a notable improvement in performance, making the laptop suitable for light gaming and graphic-intensive tasks. The graphics performance is a major highlight, with benchmarks showing significant improvements over Intel Iris Xe graphics.<ref name="AndrewMarcDavid" /> The Intel Arc graphics are capable of handling modern games at medium settings and are suitable for content creation tasks.<ref name="NotebookCheck" />
 
'''Benchmarks''':
*3DMark Time Spy:
** Intel Arc: 3,474 pts<ref name="XDADevelopers" />
*3DMark Fire Strike:
** Intel Arc: 8314 pts<ref name="NotebookCheck" />
*Shadow of the Tomb Raider:
** Intel Arc: 33 FPS at 1080p and low detail<ref name="PCWorld" />
*Cyberpunk 2077:
** Intel Arc: 41 FPS at 720p and low detail<ref name="PCWorld" />
 
=== [[Random Access Memory (RAM)|Memory]] ===
The Acer Swift Go 14 (2023) comes with 16 GB of LPDDR5 or LPDDR5X RAM, which is soldered to the motherboard and not user-upgradable. The RAM operates in dual-channel mode, enhancing performance for multitasking and productivity tasks.<ref name="AndrewMarcDavid" />
 
'''Benchmarks''':
*AIDA64 Memory Copy: 84644 MB/s<ref name="NotebookCheck" />
 
=== [[Storage]] ===
The Acer Swift Go 14 (2023) can be configured with either a 512 GB or 1 TB PCIe NVMe SSD. The storage is user-upgradable, with a second M.2 SSD slot available for additional storage.
 
The SSD offers fast read and write speeds, contributing to the laptop's overall responsiveness. The presence of a second SSD slot is a welcome addition for users needing more storage.<ref name="AndrewMarcDavid" />
 
'''Benchmarks''':
*AS SSD Sequential Read: 4224.68 MB/s<ref name="NotebookCheck" />
*AS SSD Sequential Write: 3544.16 MB/s<ref name="NotebookCheck" />
 
=== Co-processors ===
The Acer Swift Go 14 (2023) features a Neural Processing Unit (NPU) integrated into the Intel Core Ultra processors. The NPU enhances AI tasks, allowing for features like background blurring and gaze correction in video calls. However, current software support is limited, and many applications have yet to fully utilize the NPU's capabilities.<ref name="XDADevelopers" />
 
== Input Devices ==
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=== [[Keyboard]] ===
The Acer Swift Go 14 (2023) comes with a backlit keyboard with white backlight. The keyboard offers good tactility and feedback, making it suitable for long typing sessions. The backlight is effective in low-light conditions.<ref name="AndrewMarcDavid" />
 
The keyboard is spacious and centered, with good spacing between alphanumeric keys. The key feel is excellent, with a crisp, tactile response and lengthy key travel.<ref name="PCWorld" />
 
=== [[Touchpad]] ===
The Acer Swift Go 14 (2023) features an OceanGlass touchpad measuring {{convert|4.8|in|cm}} x {{convert|3.5|in|cm}}. The touchpad is responsive with good scrolling and gesture support, enhancing usability.<ref name="AndrewMarcDavid" />
 
=== [[Webcam]] ===
The Acer Swift Go 14 (2023) is equipped with a 1440p QHD webcam with a Blue Glass Lens. The webcam provides good resolution for video calls and includes AI effects for background blur and auto-framing, enhancing the overall video conferencing experience.<ref name="AndrewMarcDavid" />
 
=== [[Microphone]] ===
The Acer Swift Go 14 (2023) comes with a built-in microphone. The microphone quality is adequate for video calls and voice recordings, providing clear audio capture.<ref name="NotebookCheck" />
 
== Output Devices ==
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=== [[Display]] ===
The Acer Swift Go 14 (2023) offers two display options:
* 14" OLED display with a resolution of 2880 x 1800, 90 Hz refresh rate, and 100% DCI-P3 color gamut.
* 14" IPS display with a resolution of 2240 x 1400, 60 Hz refresh rate, and ComfyView (Matte) technology.
 
The OLED display is particularly noted for its vibrant colors, deep blacks, and high contrast, making it excellent for media consumption and content creation. The display is glossy, which may cause glare in certain lighting conditions, but it performs well outdoors.<ref name="AndrewMarcDavid" />
 
The IPS display offers good brightness and color accuracy, making it suitable for general use. However, it underperforms compared to the OLED alternative, with limited contrast and color gamut.<ref name="PCWorld" />
 
'''Benchmarks''':
*Maximum Brightness: 415.6 nits<ref name="XDADevelopers" />
*Color Accuracy (ΔE): Average 4.96, calibrated 4.79<ref name="NotebookCheck" />
 
=== [[Audio]] ===
The Acer Swift Go 14 (2023) comes with two stereo speakers with DTS audio. The speakers provide adequate volume and sound quality for casual listening and video calls, but they lack bass and may not satisfy audiophiles.<ref name="AndrewMarcDavid" /><ref name="PCWorld" />
 
== Connectivity ==
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=== [[WiFi]] ===
The Acer Swift Go 14 (2023) is equipped with a Killer Wi-Fi 6E AX1675i module, supporting the IEEE 802.11ax standard. The Wi-Fi performance is strong, with high transfer speeds and reliable connectivity.<ref name="NotebookCheck" />
 
'''Benchmarks''':
*iperf3 transmit AXE11000: 1363 MBit/s<ref name="NotebookCheck" />
*iperf3 receive AXE11000: 1469 MBit/s<ref name="NotebookCheck" />
 
=== [[Bluetooth]] ===
The Acer Swift Go 14 (2023) comes with Bluetooth 5.1.<ref name="AndrewMarcDavid" />
 
=== [[SD Card Reader]] ===
The Acer Swift Go 14 (2023) includes a microSD card reader. The card reader provides additional storage options, though it has a slow read speed, making it suitable only for small data transfers.<ref name="NotebookCheck" />
 
'''Benchmarks''':
*Average JPG Copy Test: 55.9 MB/s<ref name="NotebookCheck" />
*Maximum AS SSD Seq Read Test: 68.7 MB/s<ref name="NotebookCheck" />
 
=== [[USB]] ===
The Acer Swift Go 14 (2023) is equipped with the following USB ports:
* 2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A
* 2 x USB4 (Type-C)
* 1 x HDMI 2.1
* 1 x 3.5mm headphone/microphone jack
 
The port selection is robust, supporting high-speed data transfer and multiple display connections, making it versatile for various peripherals and external displays.<ref name="AndrewMarcDavid" /><ref name="PCWorld" />
 
=== Display Outputs ===
The Acer Swift Go 14 (2023) includes an HDMI 2.1 port and USB-C with DisplayPort Alternate Mode, supporting high-definition output and multiple monitor setups.<ref name="AndrewMarcDavid" /><ref name="PCWorld" />
 
== Case ==
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The Acer Swift Go 14 (2023) features an all-aluminum chassis in a silver color. The design is sleek and modern, with a premium feel and sturdy construction. The laptop is lightweight, making it suitable for portability.<ref name="AndrewMarcDavid" /><ref name="PCWorld" />
 
The chassis is robust, with no visible manufacturing flaws. The angular frame design enhances the overall aesthetic.<ref name="NotebookCheck" />
 
== Maintenance ==
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The Acer Swift Go 14 (2023) can be opened with a TX5 screwdriver and a suction cup. The laptop has two M.2 slots available (one occupied), but the RAM is soldered, limiting future upgrades.<ref name="NotebookCheck" />
 
== Cooling System ==
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The Acer Swift Go 14 (2023) is equipped with a dual-fan cooling system. The cooling system is efficient, keeping the laptop cool during use, even under load. The design effectively manages heat, ensuring comfort during extended sessions.<ref name="NotebookCheck" />
 
=== Heat ===
The laptop can reach high surface temperatures, particularly under load, but remains manageable during regular use.<ref name="NotebookCheck" />
 
'''Benchmarks''':
*Maximum Upper Side: 36.5 °C<ref name="NotebookCheck" />
*Maximum Bottom: 49.5 °C<ref name="NotebookCheck" />
 
=== Noise ===
The fan noise is significant, especially under load, which can be a drawback for users in quiet settings. However, the laptop operates quietly under normal tasks.<ref name="XDADevelopers" /><ref name="NotebookCheck" />
 
'''Benchmarks''':
*Idle: 25 dB(A)<ref name="NotebookCheck" />
*Load: 35.7 / 45.5 dB(A)<ref name="NotebookCheck" />
 
== Energy Management ==
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=== Power Consumption ===
The Acer Swift Go 14 (2023) ships with a 100W USB-C power adapter. The laptop shows good energy efficiency, though fluctuations in measurements indicate room for improvement.<ref name="NotebookCheck" />
 
'''Benchmarks''':
*Idle: 5.5 / 10.1 / 11.2 Watt<ref name="NotebookCheck" />
*Load: 45.9 / 104.1 Watt<ref name="NotebookCheck" />


== Reviews ==
=== Battery Life ===
[https://www.notebookcheck.net/Acer-Swift-Go-14-review-The-Meteor-Lake-Core-Ultra-7-impresses-with-its-AI-core.783349.0.html NotebookCheck]
The Acer Swift Go 14 (2023) comes with a 65 Wh Li-Ion battery. The battery life is inconsistent, with performance varying based on usage. The best recorded battery life was 7 hours and 39 minutes, while the worst was 3 hours and 23 minutes.<ref name="XDADevelopers" />


== Purchase Links ==
'''Benchmarks''':
[https://www.amazon.com/Acer-1920x1200-Display-i7-1355U-SFG14-71T-72QV/dp/B0BTQWR77M?th=1 Amazon], [https://www.newegg.com/pure-silver-acer-swift-go-14-sfg14-71t-71sz-home-personal/p/N82E16834360291 Newegg], [https://www.amazon.com/Acer-Laptop-Display-i5-1335U-SFG14-71-54AP/dp/B0BXBG4QYG Amazon], [https://www.amazon.com/Acer-1920x1200-Display-i7-1355U-SFG14-71T-72QV/dp/B0BXBFPM69?th=1 Amazon], [https://www.amazon.com/Display-Experiences-Processor-LPDDR5X-SFG14-72-72YK/dp/B0CNDX49H6 Amazon], [https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CNF7KCWS/ Amazon]
*WiFi Websurfing: 7h 59min<ref name="NotebookCheck" />
*Load (maximum brightness): 1h 14min<ref name="NotebookCheck" />
 
== Biometrics ==
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The Acer Swift Go 14 (2023) features a fingerprint reader integrated into the power button, providing a convenient and secure login method.<ref name="AndrewMarcDavid" />
 
== [[Software]] ==
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The Acer Swift Go 14 (2023) ships with Windows 11 Home. The laptop comes with minimal bloatware, except for common offenders like Spotify and the Microsoft Solitaire collection. The addition of Microsoft’s Copilot AI assistant is a significant feature, enhancing productivity by accelerating routine processes and smoothing workflows.<ref name="LaptopMag">{{cite web |url=https://www.laptopmag.com/laptops/acer-swift-go-14-intel-core-ultra-review |title=Acer Swift Go 14 Review |publisher=LaptopMag}}</ref>
 
== Accessories & Warranty ==
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The Acer Swift Go 14 (2023) comes with a 100W USB-C power adapter and paperwork. There is a one-year limited manufacturer warranty if purchased in the US.<ref name="NotebookCheck" />
 
== Reviews Summary ==
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=== Overall Sentiment ===
The Acer Swift Go 14 (2023) is considered a strong contender in the mid-range laptop market, offering good performance, a vibrant OLED display, and a sleek design. It is suitable for users seeking a portable yet powerful laptop for productivity tasks and light gaming. The primary drawbacks include inconsistent battery life and loud fan noise under load.<ref name="AndrewMarcDavid" /><ref name="PCWorld" /><ref name="XDADevelopers" /><ref name="LaptopMag" /><ref name="NotebookCheck" />
 
=== Problems Summary ===
* Inconsistent battery life.
* Loud fan noise under load.
* Soldered RAM, limiting upgradeability.
* Slow microSD card reader.
* Speakers lack bass and volume.
 
== Community Reception ==
=== Overall Sentiment=== Problems Summary ===
 
== References ==
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Acer Swift Go 14 (2023)
ManufacturerAcer
Product familySwift
Release dateJanuary 2023;
3 years ago (2023-01)
Introductory priceUSD 999.99
DiscontinuedNo
Operating systemWindows 11 Home
CPUIntel Core Ultra 5 125H
Intel Core Ultra 7 155H
Intel Core i5-1335U
Intel Core i7-13700H
Memory16 GB LPDDR5 or LPDDR5X (soldered, not user-upgradable)
Memory slotsNone
Storage512 GB or 1 TB PCIe NVMe SSD
Storage slots2 user accessible (one occupied)
Removable storagemicroSD
DisplayScreen size: 14 inch
Panel type: OLED or IPS
Coating: Glossy (CineCrystal) or Matte (ComfyView)
Resolution: 2880 x 1800 or 2240 x 1400
Refresh rate: 60 Hz or 90 Hz
Brightness: 401 to 415.6 Nits
DCI-P3: 100 %
Aspect Ratio: 16:10
GraphicsIntel Iris Xe Graphics
Intel Arc Graphics
Sound2 x stereo speakers with DTS audio
CameraFront: 1440p QHD with Blue Glass Lens
TouchpadOceanGlass, 4.8 inches (12 cm) x 3.5 inches (8.9 cm)
ConnectivityKiller Wi-Fi 6E AX1675i
Bluetooth 5.1
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Type-A)
2 x USB4 (Type-C)
1 x HDMI 2.1
1 x 3.5mm headphone/microphone jack
DimensionsW: 12.3 inches (31 cm)
D: 8.6 inches (22 cm)
H: 0.59 inches (1.5 cm)
Mass2.87 pounds (1.30 kg)
Power brick100W USB-C power adapter
Battery65 Wh Li-Ion
KeyboardWhite backlit
ChassisColor: Silver
Materials: Aluminum chassis
Number padNo
Fingerprint readerYes, integrated into power button
Facial recognitionNo
Special featuresNeural Processing Unit (NPU) for AI tasks
WebsiteAcer

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The Acer Swift Go 14 (2023) is a mid-range laptop designed for portability and performance, featuring Intel's Core Ultra processors and Intel Arc graphics. It is available in various configurations, making it suitable for a range of users from casual to professional.

Primary Hardware

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Processor

The Acer Swift Go 14 (2023) can be configured with the following processors:

The Intel Core Ultra 7 155H processor is particularly noted for its strong performance in both single-core and multi-core tasks. It features 16 cores (6 performance cores, 8 efficient cores, and 2 low power efficient cores) and 22 threads. The processor performs well in synthetic benchmarks, showing a 15% increase in single-core performance and a 54% increase in multi-core performance compared to the U series.[1] The Core Ultra 7 155H also performs well in productivity tasks, scoring 6,362 in PCMark 10 and 4,943 in Cinebench R20.[2]

Benchmarks:

  • Cinebench R23:
    • Core Ultra 7 155H: 1779 pts (single-core), 15043 pts (multi-core)[3]
  • PCMark 10:
    • Core Ultra 7 155H: 7,111 (AC), 6,540 (battery)[4]

Graphics

The Acer Swift Go 14 (2023) is equipped with the following graphics options:

The Intel Arc graphics provide a notable improvement in performance, making the laptop suitable for light gaming and graphic-intensive tasks. The graphics performance is a major highlight, with benchmarks showing significant improvements over Intel Iris Xe graphics.[1] The Intel Arc graphics are capable of handling modern games at medium settings and are suitable for content creation tasks.[3]

Benchmarks:

  • 3DMark Time Spy:
    • Intel Arc: 3,474 pts[4]
  • 3DMark Fire Strike:
    • Intel Arc: 8314 pts[3]
  • Shadow of the Tomb Raider:
    • Intel Arc: 33 FPS at 1080p and low detail[2]
  • Cyberpunk 2077:
    • Intel Arc: 41 FPS at 720p and low detail[2]

Memory

The Acer Swift Go 14 (2023) comes with 16 GB of LPDDR5 or LPDDR5X RAM, which is soldered to the motherboard and not user-upgradable. The RAM operates in dual-channel mode, enhancing performance for multitasking and productivity tasks.[1]

Benchmarks:

  • AIDA64 Memory Copy: 84644 MB/s[3]

Storage

The Acer Swift Go 14 (2023) can be configured with either a 512 GB or 1 TB PCIe NVMe SSD. The storage is user-upgradable, with a second M.2 SSD slot available for additional storage.

The SSD offers fast read and write speeds, contributing to the laptop's overall responsiveness. The presence of a second SSD slot is a welcome addition for users needing more storage.[1]

Benchmarks:

  • AS SSD Sequential Read: 4224.68 MB/s[3]
  • AS SSD Sequential Write: 3544.16 MB/s[3]

Co-processors

The Acer Swift Go 14 (2023) features a Neural Processing Unit (NPU) integrated into the Intel Core Ultra processors. The NPU enhances AI tasks, allowing for features like background blurring and gaze correction in video calls. However, current software support is limited, and many applications have yet to fully utilize the NPU's capabilities.[4]

Input Devices

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Keyboard

The Acer Swift Go 14 (2023) comes with a backlit keyboard with white backlight. The keyboard offers good tactility and feedback, making it suitable for long typing sessions. The backlight is effective in low-light conditions.[1]

The keyboard is spacious and centered, with good spacing between alphanumeric keys. The key feel is excellent, with a crisp, tactile response and lengthy key travel.[2]

Touchpad

The Acer Swift Go 14 (2023) features an OceanGlass touchpad measuring 4.8 inches (12 cm) x 3.5 inches (8.9 cm). The touchpad is responsive with good scrolling and gesture support, enhancing usability.[1]

Webcam

The Acer Swift Go 14 (2023) is equipped with a 1440p QHD webcam with a Blue Glass Lens. The webcam provides good resolution for video calls and includes AI effects for background blur and auto-framing, enhancing the overall video conferencing experience.[1]

Microphone

The Acer Swift Go 14 (2023) comes with a built-in microphone. The microphone quality is adequate for video calls and voice recordings, providing clear audio capture.[3]

Output Devices

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Display

The Acer Swift Go 14 (2023) offers two display options:

  • 14" OLED display with a resolution of 2880 x 1800, 90 Hz refresh rate, and 100% DCI-P3 color gamut.
  • 14" IPS display with a resolution of 2240 x 1400, 60 Hz refresh rate, and ComfyView (Matte) technology.

The OLED display is particularly noted for its vibrant colors, deep blacks, and high contrast, making it excellent for media consumption and content creation. The display is glossy, which may cause glare in certain lighting conditions, but it performs well outdoors.[1]

The IPS display offers good brightness and color accuracy, making it suitable for general use. However, it underperforms compared to the OLED alternative, with limited contrast and color gamut.[2]

Benchmarks:

  • Maximum Brightness: 415.6 nits[4]
  • Color Accuracy (ΔE): Average 4.96, calibrated 4.79[3]

Audio

The Acer Swift Go 14 (2023) comes with two stereo speakers with DTS audio. The speakers provide adequate volume and sound quality for casual listening and video calls, but they lack bass and may not satisfy audiophiles.[1][2]

Connectivity

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WiFi

The Acer Swift Go 14 (2023) is equipped with a Killer Wi-Fi 6E AX1675i module, supporting the IEEE 802.11ax standard. The Wi-Fi performance is strong, with high transfer speeds and reliable connectivity.[3]

Benchmarks:

  • iperf3 transmit AXE11000: 1363 MBit/s[3]
  • iperf3 receive AXE11000: 1469 MBit/s[3]

Bluetooth

The Acer Swift Go 14 (2023) comes with Bluetooth 5.1.[1]

SD Card Reader

The Acer Swift Go 14 (2023) includes a microSD card reader. The card reader provides additional storage options, though it has a slow read speed, making it suitable only for small data transfers.[3]

Benchmarks:

  • Average JPG Copy Test: 55.9 MB/s[3]
  • Maximum AS SSD Seq Read Test: 68.7 MB/s[3]

USB

The Acer Swift Go 14 (2023) is equipped with the following USB ports:

  • 2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A
  • 2 x USB4 (Type-C)
  • 1 x HDMI 2.1
  • 1 x 3.5mm headphone/microphone jack

The port selection is robust, supporting high-speed data transfer and multiple display connections, making it versatile for various peripherals and external displays.[1][2]

Display Outputs

The Acer Swift Go 14 (2023) includes an HDMI 2.1 port and USB-C with DisplayPort Alternate Mode, supporting high-definition output and multiple monitor setups.[1][2]

Case

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The Acer Swift Go 14 (2023) features an all-aluminum chassis in a silver color. The design is sleek and modern, with a premium feel and sturdy construction. The laptop is lightweight, making it suitable for portability.[1][2]

The chassis is robust, with no visible manufacturing flaws. The angular frame design enhances the overall aesthetic.[3]

Maintenance

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The Acer Swift Go 14 (2023) can be opened with a TX5 screwdriver and a suction cup. The laptop has two M.2 slots available (one occupied), but the RAM is soldered, limiting future upgrades.[3]

Cooling System

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The Acer Swift Go 14 (2023) is equipped with a dual-fan cooling system. The cooling system is efficient, keeping the laptop cool during use, even under load. The design effectively manages heat, ensuring comfort during extended sessions.[3]

Heat

The laptop can reach high surface temperatures, particularly under load, but remains manageable during regular use.[3]

Benchmarks:

  • Maximum Upper Side: 36.5 °C[3]
  • Maximum Bottom: 49.5 °C[3]

Noise

The fan noise is significant, especially under load, which can be a drawback for users in quiet settings. However, the laptop operates quietly under normal tasks.[4][3]

Benchmarks:

  • Idle: 25 dB(A)[3]
  • Load: 35.7 / 45.5 dB(A)[3]

Energy Management

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Power Consumption

The Acer Swift Go 14 (2023) ships with a 100W USB-C power adapter. The laptop shows good energy efficiency, though fluctuations in measurements indicate room for improvement.[3]

Benchmarks:

  • Idle: 5.5 / 10.1 / 11.2 Watt[3]
  • Load: 45.9 / 104.1 Watt[3]

Battery Life

The Acer Swift Go 14 (2023) comes with a 65 Wh Li-Ion battery. The battery life is inconsistent, with performance varying based on usage. The best recorded battery life was 7 hours and 39 minutes, while the worst was 3 hours and 23 minutes.[4]

Benchmarks:

  • WiFi Websurfing: 7h 59min[3]
  • Load (maximum brightness): 1h 14min[3]

Biometrics

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The Acer Swift Go 14 (2023) features a fingerprint reader integrated into the power button, providing a convenient and secure login method.[1]

Software

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The Acer Swift Go 14 (2023) ships with Windows 11 Home. The laptop comes with minimal bloatware, except for common offenders like Spotify and the Microsoft Solitaire collection. The addition of Microsoft’s Copilot AI assistant is a significant feature, enhancing productivity by accelerating routine processes and smoothing workflows.[5]

Accessories & Warranty

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The Acer Swift Go 14 (2023) comes with a 100W USB-C power adapter and paperwork. There is a one-year limited manufacturer warranty if purchased in the US.[3]

Reviews Summary

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Overall Sentiment

The Acer Swift Go 14 (2023) is considered a strong contender in the mid-range laptop market, offering good performance, a vibrant OLED display, and a sleek design. It is suitable for users seeking a portable yet powerful laptop for productivity tasks and light gaming. The primary drawbacks include inconsistent battery life and loud fan noise under load.[1][2][4][5][3]

Problems Summary

  • Inconsistent battery life.
  • Loud fan noise under load.
  • Soldered RAM, limiting upgradeability.
  • Slow microSD card reader.
  • Speakers lack bass and volume.

Community Reception

Overall Sentiment=== Problems Summary

References

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  2. ↑ 2.0 2.1 2.2 2.3 2.4 2.5 2.6 2.7 2.8 2.9 "Acer Swift Go 14 Review". PCWorld.
  3. ↑ 3.00 3.01 3.02 3.03 3.04 3.05 3.06 3.07 3.08 3.09 3.10 3.11 3.12 3.13 3.14 3.15 3.16 3.17 3.18 3.19 3.20 3.21 3.22 3.23 3.24 3.25 3.26 3.27 3.28 3.29 "Acer Swift Go 14 Review". NotebookCheck.
  4. ↑ 4.0 4.1 4.2 4.3 4.4 4.5 4.6 "Acer Swift Go 14 Review". XDADevelopers.
  5. ↑ 5.0 5.1 "Acer Swift Go 14 Review". LaptopMag.
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