Acer Swift Edge 16 AI SFE16-I51 vs Acer Nitro V 15 ANV15-52 Comparison

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Acer Swift Edge 16 AI SFE16-I51

16 inches | January 2026

Speed 5

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Display 5.5

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15.6 inches | January 2025

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Acer Swift Edge 16 AI SFE16-I51 vs Acer Nitro V 15 ANV15-52 Comparison Overview

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In this review, we will be comparing Swift Edge 16 AI SFE16-I51 and Nitro V 15 ANV15-52, two laptops by Acer. Acer Swift Edge 16 AI SFE16-I51 was introduced to market in January 2026 and Acer Nitro V 15 ANV15-52 was launched in January 2025. There is 12 months difference between Swift Edge 16 AI SFE16-I51 and Nitro V 15 ANV15-52 so it would still give an advantage to younger Swift Edge 16 AI SFE16-I51.

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Swift Edge 16 AI SFE16-I51 and Nitro V 15 ANV15-52 are members of Acer's series of laptops. Below you can find the latest models from this series.

Acer Series History

	Release Date	Screen Size	Dimensions	Weight
Acer Swift 16 AI SF16-71T	January 2026	16.0"	355.25 x 245.4 x 14.85 mm	1.55 kg (3.42 lbs)
Acer Swift Edge 16 AI SFE16-I51	January 2026	16.0"	357.15 x 244.64 x 14.6 mm	1.25 kg (2.76 lbs)
Acer Swift Edge 14 AI SFE14-I51	January 2026	14.0"	315 x 218.6 x 13.9 mm	0.99 kg (2.18 lbs)
Acer Aspire Go 15 AG15-71	August 2025	15.6"	362.9 x 237.5 x 19.9 mm	1.8 kg (3.97 lbs)
Acer Predator Triton 14 PT14-52	May 2025	14.0"	321.8 x 221 x 17.31 mm	1.6 kg (3.53 lbs)
Acer Predator Helios Neo 14 AI PHN14-71	May 2025	14.5"	323.9 x 254.7 x 20.8 mm	1.9 kg (4.19 lbs)
Acer Swift Go 14 AI OLED SFG14-75	May 2025	14.0"	312.4 x 227.4 x 9.7 mm	1.24 kg (2.73 lbs)
Acer Swift X 14 SFX14-61G	May 2025	14.5"	322.4 x 227.4 x 9.76-17.96 mm	1.57 kg (3.46 lbs)

Here is a brief look at the main features of Acer Swift Edge 16 AI SFE16-I51 and Acer Nitro V 15 ANV15-52 before getting into our more detailed comparison.

Acer Swift Edge 16 AI SFE16-I51 Key Specs

Launched in January 2026
16.0" OLED, 16:10 Aspect Ratio Display
CPU: Intel Core Ultra 5 336H
GPU: Intel Xe3 Graphics
16GB Ram
357.15 x 244.64 x 14.6 mm (14.06 x 9.63 x 0.57 inches)
Weight: 1.25 kg (2.76 lbs)

Acer Nitro V 15 ANV15-52 Key Specs

Launched in January 2025
15.6" TFT LCD, 16:9 Aspect Ratio Display
CPU: Intel Core i5 13420H
GPU: GeForce RTX 3050 Laptop 6GB
8GB Ram
362.3 x 239.9 x 23.5 mm (14.26 x 9.44 x 0.93 inches)
Weight: 2.11 kg (4.65 lbs)

Let's read on the following sections in order to better understand in detail how Swift Edge 16 AI SFE16-I51 and Nitro V 15 ANV15-52 compares and decide which one is better for you.

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Reasons to choose Acer Swift Edge 16 AI SFE16-I51 over Acer Nitro V 15 ANV15-52

Weight	1.25 kg vs 2.11 kg	0.86 kg lighter
Screen-to-Body Ratio	~85% vs ~77.2%	Larger screen area ratio
Side Bezel Thickness	6.3 mm vs 8.5 mm	2.2 mm thinner bezels
Display Size	16 inches vs 15.6 inches	Larger Screen Estate
Contrast Rate	1000000:1 vs 1230:1	more pleasing colors
Screen Opening Angle	180° vs 135°	More flexible screen
sRGB Color Space	100% vs 54%	Wider sRGB Color Space Coverage
DCI-P3 Color Gamut	100% vs 43%	Wider DCI-P3 Color Gamut
Response Time	1 ms vs 3 ms	Faster Response screen
CPU Fabrication Process	2 nm vs 10 nm	Newer Generation CPU
GPU Fabrication Process	3 nm vs 8 nm	Newer Generation GPU
Number of Microphones	3 vs 2	Better Sound capture
WiFi Standard	v7 vs v6E	More advanced Wi-fi connectivity
Bluetooth	v6.0 vs v5.3	More advanced Bluetooth connectivity
Webcam Resolution	1920 x 1080 vs 1280 x 720	Higher Resolution Camera
Number of USB-C Ports	2x USB 4.0 vs 1x USB 4.0	Connect more device at the same time

Reasons to choose Acer Nitro V 15 ANV15-52 over Acer Swift Edge 16 AI SFE16-I51

Refresh Rate	165 Hz vs 120 Hz	Smoother media experience
Screen PPI	145 ppi vs 142 ppi	More pixels per inch
Screen Type	Matte vs Glossy	potentially less reflections on screen
GPU Type	Dedicated vs Integrated	Dedicated GPU unit
Upgradable RAM	Yes vs No	More RAM Options
Number of USB-A Ports	3x USB 3.2 vs 2x USB 3.2	Connect more device at the same time
Ethernet RJ45 Port	Yes vs No	Connects to the local network via Ethernet RJ45
Numeric Pad	Yes vs No	Fast way to input numbers

Common Strengths of Acer Nitro V 15 ANV15-52 and Acer Swift Edge 16 AI SFE16-I51

Launch Dates	January 2026 vs January 2025	Both laptops are recent models
Fast Charging Support	Yes vs Yes	Charge the battery in a shorter time
RAM Type	LPDDR5X vs DDR5	Fast RAM type
Upgradable Storage	Yes vs Yes	Option to increase the Storage size
SSD Type	NVMe vs NVMe	Faster Data Transfers
Thunderbolt Port	v4 vs v4	Fast data and power transfer via Thunderbolt Port
HDMI Output	1x HDMI 2.1 vs 1x HDMI 2.1	Connect to External Displays via HDMI cable
VGA Output	No vs No	Connect to External Displays via VGA cable
Keyboard Backlight	Yes vs Yes	Easily see the keys under low light

Common Weaknesses of Acer Nitro V 15 ANV15-52 and Acer Swift Edge 16 AI SFE16-I51

Touchscreen Capability	No vs No	No Touchscreen Capability

Acer Swift Edge 16 AI SFE16-I51 vs Acer Nitro V 15 ANV15-52: Physical Specs Comparison

In this section, we will be comparing the physical specifications and body features of the Acer Swift Edge 16 AI SFE16-I51 and the Acer Nitro V 15 ANV15-52.

Physical Specs
Weight	1.25 kg (2.76 lbs)	2.11 kg (4.65 lbs)
Surface Area	874 cm2 (135.4 inches2)	869 cm2 (134.6 inches2)
Screen to Surface Ratio	~85%	~77.2%
Side Bezel Thickness	~6.3 mm	~8.5 mm
Weight per Inch of Screen	0.08 kg/inch	0.14 kg/inch
	0.176 lbs/inch	0.308 lbs/inch
Colors	White, Gray	Black
Cover Opening Angle	180°	135°

Comparison of the Acer Swift Edge 16 AI SFE16-I51 and the Acer Nitro V 15 ANV15-52 External Dimensions

Weight

Swift Edge 16 AI SFE16-I51 weighs 1.25 kg (2.76 lbs), whereas the Nitro V 15 ANV15-52 weighs 2.11 kg (4.65 lbs). There is a notable difference in weight between these two laptops. However, it's important to consider that comparing their weights directly may not provide a complete picture since they also have different display sizes.

Weight Comparison

Acer Swift Edge 16 AI SFE16-I51

Avg: 16.0-16.9"

Acer Nitro V 15 ANV15-52

Avg: 15.0-15.9"

Thickness Comparison

Acer Swift Edge 16 AI SFE16-I51

Avg: 16.0-16.9"

Acer Nitro V 15 ANV15-52

Avg: 15.0-15.9"

Another value that we use for comparing the weights of the laptops is the Weight per Inch of Screen, which is calculated by dividing the total weight of the model with its usable diagonal screen size. This value for the Acer Swift Edge 16 AI SFE16-I51 is 0.08 kg/inch.In comparison, this value for the Acer Nitro V 15 ANV15-52 is 0.14 kg/inch.Here are some of the best performing laptops in this area:

Microsoft Surface Go 4: 0.05 kg/inch
LG Gram SuperSlim 15.6 2023: 0.06 kg/inch
Asus ProArt PZ13 HT5306: 0.06 kg/inch
Asus Zenbook A14 UX3407: 0.06 kg/inch
Microsoft Surface Pro 12: 0.06 kg/inch
Asus ProArt PZ14 HT7407: 0.06 kg/inch
Dell Latitude 7330: 0.07 kg/inch
Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2: 0.07 kg/inch

Acer Swift Edge 16 AI SFE16-I51 vs Acer Nitro V 15 ANV15-52: Internals Comparison

CPU Comparison

CPU Model	Intel Core Ultra 5 336H Intel Core Ultra 7 366H Intel Core Ultra 9 386H	Intel Core i5 13420H Intel Core i7 13620H Intel Core i9 13900H Intel Core 5 210H Intel Core 7 240H
Base Frequency	1.9 GHz	2.1 GHz
Turbo Frequency	4.6 GHz	4.6 GHz
Number of Cores	12 (4P + 8E)	8 (4P + 4E)
Number of Threads	12	12
L3 Cache	18 MB	12 MB
Integrated GPU	Intel Xe3 Graphics	Intel UHD Graphics (48EU)
CPU Fabrication Process	2 nm	10 nm

Above you can see the CPU options and the CineBench and GeekBench test scores for both laptops, which gives an idea about what kind of performance difference you may experience between the Acer Swift Edge 16 AI SFE16-I51 and Acer Nitro V 15 ANV15-52.

You may also read reviews of latest laptops with the same CPUs and compare them:

Laptops with: Intel Core Ultra 5 336H

Laptops with: Intel Core i5 13420H

GPU Comparison

GPU Model	Intel Xe3 Graphics	GeForce RTX 3050 Laptop 6GB GeForce RTX 4050 Laptop 6GB GeForce RTX 5050 Laptop 8GB GeForce RTX 5060 Laptop 8GB
Boost CLock Frequency	2300 MHz	1635 MHz
TGP (Total Graphics Power)		75 W
Type	Integrated	Dedicated
Memory Size	System Shared	6 GB
Memory Type	LPDDR5X	GDDR6
Memory Speed	8.53 Gbps	12 Gbps

GPU is as critical as the CPU for graphic heavy applications and the table above gives a picture of how the two GPU compares. FLOPS is a measure of a GPU's performance based on the number of floating-point arithmetic calculations that the processor can perform within a second. Acer Swift Edge 16 AI SFE16-I51 has a FLOPS value of whereas the Acer Nitro V 15 ANV15-52 ' has a FLOPS value of 6.7 TFLOPS. If graphical performance of the laptop is important for your use type, the Acer Nitro V 15 ANV15-52 may be the better choice between these two setups.

RAM Comparison

RAM	16GB 32GB	8GB 16GB 32GB
Memory Bus	2x8 GB	1x8 GB
RAM Clock	8533 MHz	5200 MHz
RAM Type	LPDDR5X	DDR5
Upgradable	No	Yes

With a larger RAM capacity of 16 GB, the Swift Edge 16 AI SFE16-I51 offers an advantage for multitasking and resource-intensive applications compared to the Nitro V 15 ANV15-52's RAM capacity of 8 GB.

LOCAL LLM Compatibility Evaluation

There is no evaluation yet.

BATTERY

BATTERY	65 Wh	57 Wh 76 Wh
Battery Type	Li-Po	Li-Po
Replaceable	No	No
Fast Charging	No	Yes
Charging Port Position	Left	Left
Charge Power	100 W	135 W

Moreover, the Swift Edge 16 AI SFE16-I51 boasts a larger battery capacity of 65 Wh, offering extended usage time compared to the Nitro V 15 ANV15-52's57 Wh.

Battery Comparison

Acer Swift Edge 16 AI SFE16-I51

Avg: 16.0-16.9"

Acer Nitro V 15 ANV15-52

Avg: 15.0-15.9"

STORAGE
Both laptops, the Swift Edge 16 AI SFE16-I51 and the Nitro V 15 ANV15-52 have similar max. storage capacities of 2 TB, allowing for ample space to store files and applications.

Storage Options	512 GB, 1 TB, 2 TB	512 GB, 1 TB, 2 TB
Upgradable	Yes	Yes
Total Slots	1	2
Storage type	SSD (M2)	SSD (M2)
NVMe	Yes	Yes
Memory Bus	PCI-E Gen 4.0 (4x)	PCI-E Gen 4.0 (4x)

If your budget allows, we recommend opting for the largest possible disk size, considering the potential increase in storage capacity needs in the future. However, please keep in mind the question 'What will the laptop be used for?' when making this decision. Of course, you can later upgrade the hard disk capacity by getting a larger disk. However, if your laptop has only one disk slot, it may not be as straightforward as a RAM upgrade, where you simply add or replace a module, as moving or cloning files to a new disk may be necessary.

Acer Swift Edge 16 AI SFE16-I51 vs Acer Nitro V 15 ANV15-52: Display Comparison

The display is an essential aspect to consider when comparing the Acer Swift Edge 16 AI SFE16-I51 and Acer Nitro V 15 ANV15-52 since its is the component that you interact the most and significantly impact the experience.

Screen Area and Dimensions

Now let's look at the comparison of the actual display areas of both laptops below, keeping the bezels around the screens out of the equation. Swift Edge 16 AI SFE16-I51 has a display size of 16.0".On the other hand, Nitro V 15 ANV15-52 has a smaller 15.6" display.The total usable screen area of the Swift Edge 16 AI SFE16-I51 is 742cm² / 115inch² whereas the Nitro V 15 ANV15-52's total usable screen area is 670cm² / 104inch².

PPI (Pixels per Inch)
Additionally, the Nitro V 15 ANV15-52 features a higher pixel density with 145 pixels per inch (PPI), ensuring sharper image details.

Screen PPI (Pixels Per Inch) Comparison

Acer Swift Edge 16 AI SFE16-I51

Avg: 16.0-16.9"

Acer Nitro V 15 ANV15-52

Avg: 15.0-15.9"

Refresh Rate
The Nitro V 15 ANV15-52 offers a higher refresh rate of 165 Hz, resulting in smoother motion and improved visual experience.

Furthermore, the Swift Edge 16 AI SFE16-I51 boasts a faster response time of 1.0 ms, reducing motion blur for fast-paced content.

Brightness
Both Swift Edge 16 AI SFE16-I51 and Nitro V 15 ANV15-52 offer the same maximum brightness of 300 nits (cd/m²).

Brightness Comparison

Acer Swift Edge 16 AI SFE16-I51

Avg: 16.0-16.9"

Acer Nitro V 15 ANV15-52

Avg: 15.0-15.9"

Acer Swift Edge 16 AI SFE16-I51 vs Acer Nitro V 15 ANV15-52 Connectivity Comparison

In terms of connectivity,

Wifi
Swift Edge 16 AI SFE16-I51 features a more advanced Wi-Fi standard v7, providing faster and more reliable wireless connections compared to Nitro V 15 ANV15-52 (v6E).

Below, you'll find a Wi-Fi Versions Table, along with their release dates and speeds, to provide a brief overview of its development.

Wi-Fi Versions and Speeds

Standard	Speed	Release Date	Network	Frequency Bands (GHz)
Wi-Fi 7	up to 40 Gbps (5 GB/s)	2023	802.11be	2.4, 5, 6
Wi-Fi 6E	up to 9.6 Gbps (1.2 GB/s)	2020	802.11ax	2.4, 5, 6
Wi-Fi 6	up to 9.6 Gbps (1.2 GB/s)	2019	802.11ax	2.4, 5
Wi-Fi 5	up to 6.93 Gbps (866.25 MB/s)	2014	802.11ac	2.4, 5
Wi-Fi 4	up to 600 Mbps (75 MB/s)	2009	802.11n	2.4, 5

* Please note that the provided transfer rates are maximum theoretical values, and real-life performance may vary based on environmental factors.

USB
Both Swift Edge 16 AI SFE16-I51 and Nitro V 15 ANV15-52 have USB-A ports. Swift Edge 16 AI SFE16-I51 has 2x USB 3.2 USB-A ports, while Nitro V 15 ANV15-52 has 3x USB 3.2 USB-A ports.
Both Swift Edge 16 AI SFE16-I51 and Nitro V 15 ANV15-52 have USB Type-C ports. Swift Edge 16 AI SFE16-I51 has 2x USB 4.0 USB Type-C ports, while Nitro V 15 ANV15-52 has 1x USB 4.0 USB Type-C ports.

Below, you'll find a table of USB ports, along with their release dates and speeds.
To mitigate the confusion caused by generation names, the USB Implementers Forum (USB-IF) suggests using marketing names like USB 5Gbps, USB 10Gbps, and so forth, based on their respective transfer rates.

USB Type and Speeds

USB Type	Version	Speed	Date	Other Features/Explanations
USB4	Gen 4 (2.0)	80 Gbps	2022	Also known as USB 80Gbps
USB4	Gen 3×2	40 Gbps	2019	Also known as USB 40Gbps
USB 3.2	3.2 Gen 2x2	20 Gbps	2019	Double the data transfer rates of Gen 2
USB 3.2	3.2 Gen 2	10 Gbps	2017	Previously known as USB 3.1
USB 3.2	3.2 Gen 1	5 Gbps	2017	Previously known as USB 3.0
USB 3.1	3.1 Gen 2	10 Gbps	2013	Faster data transfer rates
USB 3.0	3.1 Gen 1	5 Gbps	2010	SuperSpeed USB, improved data transfer rates
USB 2.0	2.0	480 Mbps	2000	High-speed data transfer
USB 1.0	1.0	1.5 Mbps	1996	Original USB standard

Thunderbolt
Both Swift Edge 16 AI SFE16-I51 and Nitro V 15 ANV15-52 are equipped with Thunderbolt 4 ports.

HDMI
Both Swift Edge 16 AI SFE16-I51 and Nitro V 15 ANV15-52 feature an HDMI port (1x HDMI 2.1) for connecting to external monitors.

Below, you'll find a comparison table detailing different HDMI versions, including their bandwidth, color depth, maximum resolution, and release dates. This information can be helpful in understanding the capabilities of each HDMI version and choosing the most suitable one for your needs.

HDMI Comparison Table

HDMI Version	Maximum Resolution	Bandwidth (Gbps)	Color Depth (bits)	Release Date
HDMI 2.1-2.1b	7680 x 4320 *(8K)* @ 60p 3840 x 2160 *(4K)* @ 120p	48.0	48	2017
HDMI 2.0-2.0b	3840 x 2160 *(4K)* @ 60p	18.0	48	2013
HDMI 1.4-1.4b	3840 x 2160 *(4K)* @ 30p	10.2	48	2009
HDMI 1.3-1.3a	2560 x 1440 @ 60p	10.2	48	2006
HDMI 1.0-1.2a	1920 x 1200 @ 60p	4.95	24	2002

* Please note that the provided resolution values represent the maximum supported resolution, and actual display quality may depend on other factors such as source content and connected devices.

SD Card Reader
Neither Swift Edge 16 AI SFE16-I51 nor Nitro V 15 ANV15-52 has an SD Card Reader.

Audio Jack
Both Swift Edge 16 AI SFE16-I51 and Nitro V 15 ANV15-52 are equipped with a 3.5mm Audio Jack, providing seamless connection to headphones and speakers.

To summarize the connectivity and ports details, please refer to the table below to see them listed.

Connectivity and Ports
WiFi Standard (latest: v7)	v7	v6E
Bluetooth (latest: v6.2)	v6.0	v5.3
USB-A (latest: 3.2)	2x USB 3.2	3x USB 3.2
USB Type-C (latest: USB4 2.0)	2x USB 4.0	1x USB 4.0
Thunderbolt (latest: 5)	Thunderbolt 4	Thunderbolt 4
HDMI (latest: 2.1)	1x HDMI 2.1	1x HDMI 2.1
Display Port (latest: v2.0)	No	No
VGA	No	No
Fingerprint Sensor	Optional	No
Optical Drive	No	No
Audio Jack 3.5mm	Yes	Yes
Ethernet RJ45	No	Yes
SD CardReader	No	No
Proprietary Charging Port	No	Yes