Acer Swift Go 14 SFG14-63 vs Acer Aspire 7 A715-79G Comparison

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Acer Swift Go 14 SFG14-63 vs Acer Aspire 7 A715-79G Comparison Overview

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In this review, we will be comparing Swift Go 14 SFG14-63 and Aspire 7 A715-79G, two laptops by Acer. Acer Swift Go 14 SFG14-63 was introduced to market in July 2024 and Acer Aspire 7 A715-79G was launched in January 2024. There is only 6 months difference between Swift Go 14 SFG14-63 and Aspire 7 A715-79G so we are expecting this to be a fair comparison regarding age and technology level.

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Here is a brief look at the main features of Acer Swift Go 14 SFG14-63 and Acer Aspire 7 A715-79G before getting into our more detailed comparison.

Acer Swift Go 14 SFG14-63 Key Specs

Launched in July 2024
14.0" IPS LCD, 16:10 Aspect Ratio Display
CPU: AMD Ryzen 5 8645HS
GPU: Radeon 760M
16GB Ram
312.9 x 217.9 x 14.9 mm (12.32 x 8.58 x 0.59 inches)
Weight: 1.25 kg (2.76 lbs)

Acer Aspire 7 A715-79G Key Specs

Launched in January 2024
15.6" TN LCD, 16:9 Aspect Ratio Display
CPU: Intel Core i5 13420H
GPU: GeForce RTX 3050 6GB
8GB Ram
359.5 x 238 x 22.7 mm (14.15 x 9.37 x 0.89 inches)
Weight: 1.99 kg (4.39 lbs)

Let's read on the following sections in order to better understand in detail how Swift Go 14 SFG14-63 and Aspire 7 A715-79G compares and decide which one is better for you.

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Reasons to choose Acer Swift Go 14 SFG14-63 over Acer Aspire 7 A715-79G

Weight	1.25 kg vs 1.99 kg	0.74 kg lighter
Screen-to-Body Ratio	~83.4% vs ~78.4%	Larger screen area ratio
Side Bezel Thickness	5.7 mm vs 7.1 mm	1.4 mm thinner bezels
Screen PPI	162 ppi vs 141 ppi	More pixels per inch
Screen Resolution	1920 x 1200 pixels vs 1920 x 1080 pixels	Higher pixel count screen
CPU Fabrication Process	4 nm vs 10 nm	Newer Generation CPU
GPU Fabrication Process	4 nm vs 8 nm	Newer Generation GPU
RAM Type	LPDDR5X vs DDR4	Faster RAM Type
Bluetooth	v5.3 vs v5.2	More advanced Bluetooth connectivity
Webcam Resolution	2560 x 1440 vs 1280 x 720	Higher Resolution Camera
USB-C Port Type	v4.0 vs v3.2	Faster USB-C connection
HDMI Version	2.1 vs 2.0	Better HDMI connectivity
SD Card Reader	Yes vs No	Read & Write SD Cards with the built-in reader

Reasons to choose Acer Aspire 7 A715-79G over Acer Swift Go 14 SFG14-63

Display Size	15.6 inches vs 14 inches	Larger Screen Estate
Refresh Rate	144 Hz vs 60 Hz	Smoother media experience
GPU FLOPS	9.1 TFLOPS vs 2.7-2.9 TFLOPS	Dedicated GPU unit
GPU Type	Dedicated vs Integrated	More RAM Options
Upgradable RAM	Yes vs No	Connects to the local network via Ethernet RJ45
Ethernet RJ45 Port	Yes vs No	Fast way to input numbers
Numeric Pad	Yes vs No	Easily see the keys under low light
Keyboard Backlight	Yes vs No

Common Strengths of Acer Aspire 7 A715-79G and Acer Swift Go 14 SFG14-63

Launch Dates	July 2024 vs January 2024	Both laptops are recent models
Screen Coating	Matte vs Matte	Less reflections on the screen
Fast Charging Support	Yes vs Yes	Charge the battery in a shorter time
RAM Type	PCI-E Gen 4.0 (4x) vs PCI-E Gen 4.0 (4x)	Fast RAM type
Upgradable Storage	Yes vs Yes	Option to increase the Storage size
SSD Type	NVMe vs NVMe	Faster Data Transfers
Wi-Fi Standard	v6E vs v6	Fast and Reliable Wi-Fi Connections
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

Common Weaknesses of Acer Aspire 7 A715-79G and Acer Swift Go 14 SFG14-63

Touchscreen Capability	No vs No	No Touchscreen Capability
HDR Support	No vs No	No HDR Support

Acer Swift Go 14 SFG14-63 vs Acer Aspire 7 A715-79G: Physical Specs Comparison

In this section, we will be comparing the physical specifications and body features of the Acer Swift Go 14 SFG14-63 and the Acer Aspire 7 A715-79G.

Physical Specs
Weight	1.25 kg (2.76 lbs)	1.99 kg (4.39 lbs)
Surface Area	682 cm2 (105.7 inches2)	856 cm2 (132.6 inches2)
Screen to Surface Ratio	~83.4%	~78.4%
Side Bezel Thickness	~5.7 mm	~7.1 mm
Weight per Inch of Screen	0.09 kg/inch	0.13 kg/inch
	0.198 lbs/inch	0.286 lbs/inch
Colors	Gray	Gray

Comparison of the Acer Swift Go 14 SFG14-63 and the Acer Aspire 7 A715-79G External Dimensions

Weight

Swift Go 14 SFG14-63 weighs 1.25 kg (2.76 lbs), whereas the Aspire 7 A715-79G weighs 1.99 kg (4.39 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 Go 14 SFG14-63 1.25 kg

Avg: 14.0-14.9" 1.42 kg

Acer Aspire 7 A715-79G 1.99 kg

Avg: 15.0-15.9" 1.95 kg

Thickness Comparison

Acer Swift Go 14 SFG14-63 14.90 mm

Avg: 14.0-14.9" 17.12 mm

Acer Aspire 7 A715-79G 22.70 mm

Avg: 15.0-15.9" 20.17 mm

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 Go 14 SFG14-63 is 0.09 kg/inch.In comparison, this value for the Acer Aspire 7 A715-79G is 0.13 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
Dell Latitude 7330: 0.07 kg/inch
Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2: 0.07 kg/inch
LG Gram 14 2022: 0.07 kg/inch
LG Gram 14 2-in-1 2022: 0.07 kg/inch

Acer Swift Go 14 SFG14-63 vs Acer Aspire 7 A715-79G: Internals (CPU, GPU, RAM, Battery, SSD, etc.) Comparison

CPU Comparison

CPU Model	AMD Ryzen 5 8645HS AMD Ryzen 7 8845HS AMD Ryzen 9 8945HS	Intel Core i5 13420H
Base Frequency	4.3 GHz	2.1 GHz
Turbo Frequency	5 GHz	4.6 GHz
Number of Cores	6	8 (4P + 4E)
Number of Threads	12	12
L3 Cache	16 MB	12 MB
Integrated GPU	Radeon 760M	Intel UHD Graphics (48EU)
CPU Fabrication Process	4 nm	10 nm
Cinebench 23 (Single)	1726	1724
Cinebench 23 (Multi)	13012	12820

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 Go 14 SFG14-63 and Acer Aspire 7 A715-79G.

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

Laptops with: AMD Ryzen 5 8645HS

Laptops with: Intel Core i5 13420H

GPU Comparison

GPU Model	Radeon 760M	GeForce RTX 3050 6GB
Base Clock Frequency	800 MHz	1552 MHz
TGP (Total Graphics Power)	15 W
Type	Integrated	Dedicated
FLOPS	2.7-2.9 TFLOPS	9.1 TFLOPS
Memory Size	System Shared	6 GB
Memory Type	LPDDR5X	GDDR6
Memory Speed	7.5 Gbps	~14 Gbps
Shading Units Cores	512	2560
TMUs	32	80
ROPs	16	32

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 Go 14 SFG14-63 has a FLOPS value of 2.7-2.9 TFLOPS whereas the Acer Aspire 7 A715-79G ' has a FLOPS value of 9.1 TFLOPS. If graphical performance of the laptop is important for your use type, the Acer Aspire 7 A715-79G 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	7500 MHz	3200 MHz
RAM Type	LPDDR5X	DDR4
Upgradable	No	Yes
Memory Bus	PCI-E Gen 4.0 (4x)	PCI-E Gen 4.0 (4x)

With a larger RAM capacity of 16 GB, the Swift Go 14 SFG14-63 offers an advantage for multitasking and resource-intensive applications compared to the Aspire 7 A715-79G's RAM capacity of 8 GB.

LOCAL LLM Compatibility Evaluation

This quick guide shows what types of large language models (LLMs) each of these laptops could support, based on their respective hardware specifications. It's meant to help you compare their suitability for running AI models locally.

LLM Category	Acer Swift Go 14 (SFG14-63)	Acer Aspire 7 (A715-79G)
Small Models(1-3B):Examples: Phi-2, Qwen-1.8B	✔ Run smoothly.	✔ Run smoothly.
Medium Models(7-8B):Examples: Mistral-7B, Qwen-7B	✔ Good performance.	✖ Not supported.
Large Models(13-30B):Examples: Mixtral, Qwen-14B	✖ Not supported.	✖ Not supported.
Extra-Large Models(65B+):Examples: LLaMA2-70B, Qwen1.5-72B	✖ Not supported on most systems. Requires high-end GPU or advanced setup.	✖ Not supported on most systems. Requires high-end GPU or advanced setup.

Note: Optimized (e.g., 4-bit) models may run on limited hardware. Performance depends on runtime and setup.

📌 MoE Models: Some models like Mixtral 8x7B and Qwen3-30B-A3B use a Mixture of Experts (MoE) design, activating only part of the model during inference. This means they can often run efficiently on laptops with 12–16 GB of VRAM when quantized.

BATTERY

BATTERY	53 Wh	54 Wh
Battery Type	Li-Po	Li-Ion
Replaceable	No	No
Fast Charging	No	Yes
Charging Port Position	Left	Bottom
Charge Power	100 W	120 W

On the other hand, the Aspire 7 A715-79G features a higher battery capacity of 54 Wh, delivering longer usage time compared to the Swift Go 14 SFG14-63's 53 Wh.

Battery Comparison

Acer Swift Go 14 SFG14-63 53 Wh

Avg: 14.0-14.9" 55.79 Wh

Acer Aspire 7 A715-79G 54 Wh

Avg: 15.0-15.9" 62.1 Wh

STORAGE
Both laptops, the Swift Go 14 SFG14-63 and the Aspire 7 A715-79G have similar max. storage capacities of 1 TB, allowing for ample space to store files and applications.

Storage Options	512 GB, 1 TB	512 GB, 1 TB
Upgradable	Yes	Yes
Storage type	SSD (M2)	SSD (M2)
NVMe	Yes	Yes

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 Go 14 SFG14-63 vs Acer Aspire 7 A715-79G: Display Comparison

The display is an essential aspect to consider when comparing the Acer Swift Go 14 SFG14-63 and Acer Aspire 7 A715-79G 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 Go 14 SFG14-63 has a display size of 14.0".On the other hand, Aspire 7 A715-79G has a larger15.6" display.The total usable screen area of the Swift Go 14 SFG14-63 is 568cm² / 88inch² whereas the Aspire 7 A715-79G's total usable screen area is 670cm² / 104inch².

PPI (Pixels per Inch)
Additionally, the Swift Go 14 SFG14-63 features a higher pixel density with 162 pixels per inch (PPI), ensuring sharper image details.

Screen PPI (Pixels Per Inch) Comparison

Acer Swift Go 14 SFG14-63 162 PPI

Avg: 14.0-14.9" 173 PPI

Acer Aspire 7 A715-79G 141 PPI

Avg: 15.0-15.9" 144 PPI

Refresh Rate
The Aspire 7 A715-79G offers a higher refresh rate of 144 Hz, resulting in smoother motion and improved visual experience.

Acer Swift Go 14 SFG14-63 vs Acer Aspire 7 A715-79G Connectivity Comparison

In terms of connectivity,

Wifi
Swift Go 14 SFG14-63 features a more advanced Wi-Fi standard v6E, providing faster and more reliable wireless connections compared to Aspire 7 A715-79G (v6).

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 Go 14 SFG14-63 and Aspire 7 A715-79G feature 2x USB 3.2 USB-A ports.
Both Swift Go 14 SFG14-63 and Aspire 7 A715-79G have USB Type-C ports. Swift Go 14 SFG14-63 has 2x USB 4.0 USB Type-C ports, while Aspire 7 A715-79G has 2x USB 3.2 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
Neither Swift Go 14 SFG14-63 nor Aspire 7 A715-79G has Thunderbolt port.

HDMI
Both Swift Go 14 SFG14-63 and Aspire 7 A715-79G feature an HDMI port. Swift Go 14 SFG14-63 offers 1x HDMI 2.1, while Aspire 7 A715-79G offers 1x HDMI 2.0.

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
Swift Go 14 SFG14-63 is equipped with an SD Card Reader for easy access to memory cards. Aspire 7 A715-79G does not have an SD Card Reader.

Audio Jack
Both Swift Go 14 SFG14-63 and Aspire 7 A715-79G 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)	v6E	v6
Bluetooth (latest: v5.4)	v5.3	v5.2
USB-A (latest: 3.2)	2x USB 3.2	2x USB 3.2
USB Type-C (latest: USB4 2.0)	2x USB 4.0	2x USB 3.2
Thunderbolt (latest: 4)	No	No
HDMI (latest: 2.1)	1x HDMI 2.1	1x HDMI 2.0
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	Yes	No
Proprietary Charging Port	No	Yes