This laptop is not a powerhouse but a well-rounded machine that can reliably handle various tasks.
1.Pricing & specs2.Design & build3.Display4.Performance5.Battery life6.Keyboard & touchpad7.Camera, mic, & audio8.Competition9.Score card10.Should you buy it?
But for do all of that, you need a laptop that’s just as well-rounded as you are.
The Acer Swift X 16 feels very sturdy, but it’s also bulky compared to other laptops out there.
Thankfully, that’s where impressive options like the Acer Swift X 16 (SFX16-61G) can shine.
However, while versatile, it isn’t the foremost powerhouse in any specific area.
Disclaimer:This review was made possible thanks to a review unit provided by Acer.
The company did not see the contents of this review before publishing.
They aren’t necessarily the top of the line, but they tend to be very reliable purchases overall.
The same can be said for the Swift X 16.
There are two configurations available.
The second is more costly at$1,599.99and features a Ryzen 9 7940HS with an RTX 4050 L GPU.
They’re both well-priced and will serve well while performing a range of tasks.
The Acer Swift X 16 feels very sturdy, but it’s also bulky compared to other laptops out there.
The latest versions of these laptops are available on the Acer website and Best Buy.
Acer ships to several countries worldwide with distribution warehouses in multiple locations to help with availability and delivery speed.
This configuration will serve you well unless you need the absolute best in graphics card performance.
Considering all its other connections, the lack of a DisplayPort on the Swift X 16 is odd.
For this reason, OLEDs like the Swift X 16’s display are ideal for creative projects and gaming.
This results in better contrast and the ability to see more details in even extra-dim scenes.
Plenty of vents can be found on the underside of the Acer Swift X 16.
The only thing the OLED display might lack is a touch capacitive screen for easier navigation.
However, it has limits and won’t be the fastest option for the most demanding software.
It’s not anything extraordinary, but it’s not a bad place to be, either.
There are two USB-C ports and a headphone jack on the left side of the Acer Swift X 16.(Image credit: Rebecca Spear / Windows Central)
However, the laptop averaged around 35 to 37 FPS in each testing case.
It’s decent for a non-gaming system, but not the 60 FPS or higher that is considered ideal.
There were two additional things regarding the Swift X 16’s battery and power that I found off-putting.
A microSD card slot, two USB-A 3.0 ports, and an HDMI 2.1 port are found on the right side of the Acer Swift X 16.(Image credit: Rebecca Spear / Windows Central)
For one thing, many laptops today come with a charging adapter with a USB-C connection.
However, the Swift X 16 uses an old-fashioned 135W barrel plug instead.
Plus, they feel good to press down on with just the right amount of resistance and spring back.
The Acer Swift X 16’s OLED display produced 100% sRGB, 98% AdobeRGB, and 100% of P3.
Of course, the imagery isn’t nearly as crisp as what you’d get from thebest 4K webcam.
For instance, when writing this, a severe storm rages outside, making my office darker than usual.
On the one hand, I always know if someone might be looking at me.
Acer Swift X 16 PCMark 10 benchmark results.(Image credit: Windows Central)
It would have been nice if there had been some opaque covering over it to soften the shine.
Regarding the microphone and speakers, the Swift X 16 does a great job for a laptop.
I was told that my voice always carried clearly in meetings.
Acer Swift X 16 Geekbench 5 benchmark results.(Image credit: Windows Central)
I also detected no issues when recording myself and playing the audio back.
I love that it can last for roughly 10 hours on one charge.
you’re able to choose the exact configuration you want atDell’s website.
Acer Swift X 16 Geekbench 6 benchmark results.(Image credit: Windows Central)
It’s not a graphical powerhouse but will work steadily and smoothly while undertaking different tasks.
The gorgeous 120Hz OLED display is especially useful to gauge how your creative projects really look.
Acer Swift X 16 CrossMark benchmark results.(Image credit: Windows Central)
Acer Swift X 16 3DMark Time Spy benchmark results.(Image credit: Windows Central)
Acer Swift X 16 CrystalDiskMark benchmark results.(Image credit: Windows Central)
Acer Swift X 16 Cinebench benchmark results.(Image credit: Windows Central)
During the PCMark 10 Battery benchmark the Acer Swift X 16’s battery ran for roughly six hours and 10 minutes.
The beautiful OLED display helps pull detail and color even from darker imagery like this scene in Baldur’s Gate 3.
The Acer Swift X 16’s touchpad is large for easy navigation.
The Acer Swift X 16’s FHD webcam does a good job with color and detail.(Image credit: Rebecca Spear / Windows Central)
Some details get lost in lower lighting, but the Swift X 16 webcam brightens the image to make it easier to see.(Image credit: Rebecca Spear / Windows Central)
Lenovo Slim 9i is more expensive but features the same RTX 4050 GPU.
The Acer Swift X 16 OLED display is beautifully vibrant.
