Acer Swift Go 16 SFG16-72 vs Acer Swift 1 SF114-34 Comparison

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Acer Swift Go 16 SFG16-72

16 inches | January 2024

Speed 5.5

Size 8.5

Display 3.5

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Acer Swift 1 SF114-34

14 inches | January 2021

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Acer Swift Go 16 SFG16-72 vs Acer Swift 1 SF114-34 Comparison Overview

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In this review, we will be comparing Swift Go 16 SFG16-72 and Swift 1 SF114-34, two laptops by Acer. Acer Swift Go 16 SFG16-72 was introduced to market in January 2024 and Acer Swift 1 SF114-34 was launched in January 2021. As you can see, Swift 1 SF114-34 is 3 years older than Swift Go 16 SFG16-72. Let's see if this age difference between two laptops makes a big difference.

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Swift Go 16 SFG16-72 and Swift 1 SF114-34 are members of Acer's Swift series of laptops. Below you can find the latest models from this series.

Acer Swift Series History

	Release Date	Screen Size	Dimensions	Weight
Acer Swift Go 14 AI	September 2024	14.0"	322.6 x 225.95 x 10-17.95 mm	1.32 kg (2.91 lbs)
Acer Swift 14 AI SF14-61	September 2024	14.0"	312.9 x 222.11 x 10-17.9 mm	1.32 kg (2.91 lbs)
Acer Swift 14 AI SF14-51	September 2024	14.0"	312 x 221 x 16 mm	1.26 kg (2.78 lbs)
Acer Swift 16 AI SF16-51T	September 2024	16.0"	356 x 249.42 x 9.9-15.9 mm	1.5 kg (3.31 lbs)
Acer Swift Go 14 SFG14-63	July 2024	14.0"	312.9 x 217.9 x 14.9 mm	1.25 kg (2.76 lbs)
Acer Swift 14 SF14-11	March 2024	14.5"	322.6 x 226 x 14.9 mm	1.32 kg (2.91 lbs)
Acer Swift Go 16 SFG16-72	January 2024	16.0"	355.6 x 243.8 x 24.3 mm	1.6 kg (3.53 lbs)
Acer Swift Go 14 SFG14-73	January 2024	14.0"	312.9 x 217.9 x 14.9 mm	1.25 kg (2.76 lbs)

Here is a brief look at the main features of Acer Swift Go 16 SFG16-72 and Acer Swift 1 SF114-34 before getting into our more detailed comparison.

Acer Swift Go 16 SFG16-72 Key Specs

Launched in January 2024
16.0" IPS LCD, 16:10 Aspect Ratio Display
CPU: Intel Core Ultra 7 155H
GPU: Intel Arc iGPU (8-Cores)
16GB Ram
355.6 x 243.8 x 24.3 mm (14 x 9.6 x 0.96 inches)
Weight: 1.6 kg (3.53 lbs)

Acer Swift 1 SF114-34 Key Specs

Launched in January 2021
14.0" IPS LCD, 16:9 Aspect Ratio Display
CPU: Intel Celeron N4500
GPU: Intel UHD Graphics (Jasper Lake 16 EU)
4GB Ram
322.8 x 212.2 x 14.95 mm (12.71 x 8.35 x 0.59 inches)
Weight: 1.3 kg (2.87 lbs)

Let's read on the following sections in order to better understand in detail how Swift Go 16 SFG16-72 and Swift 1 SF114-34 compares and decide which one is better for you.

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Reasons to choose Acer Swift Go 16 SFG16-72 over Acer Swift 1 SF114-34

Screen-to-Body Ratio	~85.6% vs ~78.9%	Larger screen area ratio
Side Bezel Thickness	5.5 mm vs 6.5 mm	1 mm thinner bezels
Display Size	16 inches vs 14 inches	Larger Screen Estate
Screen Opening Angle	180° vs 120°	More flexible screen
Screen Resolution	1920 x 1200 pixels vs 1920 x 1080 pixels	Higher pixel count screen
CPU Fabrication Process	7 nm vs 10 nm	Newer Generation CPU
GPU Fabrication Process	5 nm vs 10 nm	Newer Generation GPU
GPU FLOPS	5.76-6.02 TFLOPS vs 0.24 TFLOPS	Charges via USB-C type cable
USB Power Delivery	Yes vs No	Faster RAM Type
RAM Type	LPDDR5X vs LPDDR4X	Easily increase the Storage when needed
Upgradable Storage	Yes vs No	More advanced Bluetooth connectivity
Bluetooth	v5.3 vs v5.1	Higher Resolution Camera
Webcam Resolution	2560 x 1440 vs 1280 x 720	Connect more device at the same time
Number of USB-C Ports	2x USB 4.0 vs 1x USB 3.2	Faster USB-C connection
USB-C Port Type	v4.0 vs v3.2	Support audio, data, power and video all through one single port
Thunderbolt	v4 vs No	Better HDMI connectivity
HDMI Version	2.1 vs 1.4	Read & Write SD Cards with the built-in reader
SD Card Reader	Yes vs No	Fast way to input numbers
Numeric Pad	Yes vs No

Reasons to choose Acer Swift 1 SF114-34 over Acer Swift Go 16 SFG16-72

Weight	1.30 kg vs 1.60 kg	0.3 kg lighter
Screen PPI	157 ppi vs 142 ppi	More pixels per inch

Common Strengths of Acer Swift 1 SF114-34 and Acer Swift Go 16 SFG16-72

Screen Coating	Matte vs Matte	Less reflections on the screen
Fast Charging Support	Yes vs Yes	Charge the battery in a shorter time
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
Keyboard Backlight	Yes vs Yes	Easily see the keys under low light

Common Weaknesses of Acer Swift 1 SF114-34 and Acer Swift Go 16 SFG16-72

Touchscreen Capability	No vs No	No Touchscreen Capability
HDR Support	No vs No	No HDR Support
Upgradable RAM	No vs No	No Option to increase the RAM size

Acer Swift Go 16 SFG16-72 vs Acer Swift 1 SF114-34: Physical Specs Comparison

In this section, we will be comparing the physical specifications and body features of the Acer Swift Go 16 SFG16-72 and the Acer Swift 1 SF114-34.

Physical Specs
Weight	1.6 kg (3.53 lbs)	1.3 kg (2.87 lbs)
Surface Area	867 cm2 (134.4 inches2)	685 cm2 (106.1 inches2)
Screen to Surface Ratio	~85.6%	~78.9%
Side Bezel Thickness	~5.5 mm	~6.5 mm
Weight per Inch of Screen	0.10 kg/inch	0.09 kg/inch
	0.22 lbs/inch	0.198 lbs/inch
Colors	Gray	Silver, Gold
Cover Opening Angle	180Â°	120Â°

Comparison of the Acer Swift Go 16 SFG16-72 and the Acer Swift 1 SF114-34 External Dimensions

Weight

Swift Go 16 SFG16-72 weighs 1.6 kg (3.53 lbs), whereas the Swift 1 SF114-34 weighs 1.3 kg (2.87 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 16 SFG16-72

Avg: 16.0-16.9"

Acer Swift 1 SF114-34

Avg: 14.0-14.9"

Thickness Comparison

Acer Swift Go 16 SFG16-72

Avg: 16.0-16.9"

Acer Swift 1 SF114-34

Avg: 14.0-14.9"

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 Go 16 SFG16-72 is 0.10 kg/inch.In comparison, this value for the Acer Swift 1 SF114-34 is 0.09 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 Go 16 SFG16-72 vs Acer Swift 1 SF114-34: Internals Comparison

CPU Comparison

CPU Model	Intel Core Ultra 7 155H Intel Core Ultra 9 185H	Intel Celeron N4500 Intel Pentium Silver N5030 Intel Celeron N5100 Intel Pentium Silver N6000
Base Frequency	3.8 GHz	1.1 GHz
Turbo Frequency	4.8 GHz
Number of Cores	Arc Graphics (8-	2
Number of Threads	22	2
L3 Cache	24 MB	4 MB
Integrated GPU	Arc Graphics (8-Cores)	Intel UHD Graphics (Jasper Lake 16 EU)
CPU Fabrication Process	7 nm	10 nm
Cinebench 23 (Single)	1745	456
Cinebench 23 (Multi)	14983	711

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 16 SFG16-72 and Acer Swift 1 SF114-34.

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

Laptops with: Intel Core Ultra 7 155H

Laptops with: Intel Celeron N4500

GPU Comparison

GPU Model	Arc Graphics (8-Cores)	Intel UHD Graphics (Jasper Lake 16 EU)
TGP (Total Graphics Power)	W	6 W
Type	Integrated	Integrated
FLOPS	5.76-6.02 TFLOPS	0.24 TFLOPS
Memory Size	System Shared	System Shared
Memory Type	LPDDR5X	LPDDR4X
Memory Speed	6.4 Gbps	2.93 Gbps
Shading Units Cores	128	128
TMUs	8	8
ROPs	4	4

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 16 SFG16-72 has a FLOPS value of 5.76-6.02 TFLOPS whereas the Acer Swift 1 SF114-34 ' has a FLOPS value of 0.24 TFLOPS. If graphical performance of the laptop is important for your use type, the Acer Swift Go 16 SFG16-72 may be the better choice between these two setups.

RAM Comparison

RAM	16GB 32GB	4GB 8GB
Memory Bus	2x8 GB	1x4 GB
RAM Clock	6400 MHz	2933 MHz
RAM Type	LPDDR5X	LPDDR4X
Upgradable	No	No

With a larger RAM capacity of 16 GB, the Swift Go 16 SFG16-72 offers an advantage for multitasking and resource-intensive applications compared to the Swift 1 SF114-34's RAM capacity of 4 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 16 (SFG16-72)	Acer Swift 1 (SF114-34)
CPU	Intel Core Ultra 7 155H (NPU - 11 TOPS)	Intel Celeron N4500
GPU	Arc Graphics (8-Cores)	Intel UHD Graphics (Jasper Lake 16 EU)
Memory	16 GB	4 GB
Available for LLM total	~10.5 GB (10.5 GB RAM)	~0.5 GB (0.5 GB RAM)
Small Models (1-3B): Examples: Phi-2, Qwen-1.8B Requires ~2 GB memory	✔ Runs Well fits in your 10.5 GB RAM	✖ Not Supported exceeds available RAM
Medium Models (7-8B): Examples: Mistral-7B, Qwen-7B Requires ~5 GB memory	✔ Modest Speed fits in your 10.5 GB RAM	✖ Not Supported exceeds available RAM
Large Models
13-15B Models (e.g., Llama 3 14B, Qwen1.5 14B) Requires ~9 GB memory	✔ Modest Speed fits in your 10.5 GB RAM	✖ Not Supported exceeds available RAM
16-24B Models (e.g., Dense 20B Q4 ~15.5GB) Requires ~14 GB memory	✖ Not Supported exceeds available RAM	✖ Not Supported exceeds available RAM
24-30B Models (e.g., Dense 30B Q4) Requires ~18 GB memory	✖ Not Supported exceeds available RAM	✖ Not Supported exceeds available RAM
MoE Models (Mixture-of-Experts) (e.g., Mixtral 8x7B - total ~47B, active ~12-13B) Requires ~24 GB memory	✖ Not Supported exceeds available RAM	✖ Not Supported exceeds available RAM
Extra-Large Models (65B+): Examples: LLaMA2-70B, Qwen1.5-72B Requires ~42 GB memory	✖ Not Supported exceeds available RAM	✖ Not Supported exceeds available RAM

For more detailed LLM evaluation (subcategories, performance ranges, memory breakdown)

Acer Swift Go 16 (SFG16-72)|Acer Swift 1 (SF114-34)

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

📌 Model Types: Dense 30B Q4 models typically require around 19–22 GB of total VRAM, so they run best on systems with ≥24 GB VRAM. MoE models like Mixtral 8x7B (≈47B total parameters, usually ≈23–26 GB in 4-bit) also need high memory because all experts must be loaded, even though only a few are active per token. They reduce compute cost per token (similar to a ~12–13B dense model), but not memory usage, so they are not practical on 14–16 GB systems.

🚀 Modern NPU (Neural Processing Unit): Modern processors like AMD Ryzen AI and Intel Core Ultra feature NPU and unified memory architecture. NPUs provide modest performance gains (0-30% faster) with better power efficiency compared to iGPU-only execution. Real-world tests show ~3-10 tok/s range on 13B models with 32GB RAM (varies by runtime, quantization, and context), comparable to iGPU but more power-efficient. Note: These figures are examples from various NPU systems; actual performance depends on your specific hardware configuration.

Understanding Performance Categories

The performance descriptions use general categories because actual speed varies greatly based on your specific hardware, model optimization, context length, and runtime software.

Performance Level	Typical Range	User Experience
Runs Smoothly (High-end dGPU)	50+ tok/s	Real-time response. Feels instant, like ChatGPT.
Runs Well (Mid-range dGPU)	20-50 tok/s	Good interactive performance. Slight delay, but usable.
Modest Speed (iGPU/NPU/CPU)	5-20 tok/s	Usable for tasks that don't need instant responses. Noticeable typing delay.
Borderline / Slow (Limited hardware)	2-5 tok/s	Slow-Very slow. Patience required. Better for batch processing.
Not Practical	<2 tok/s	Too slow for regular use. May cause system hangs or instability.

💡 Tip: Your actual results may be higher or lower than these ranges. Test with your specific hardware to know for sure!

⚠️ Note: Performance categorization is based on VRAM capacity and RAM fallback status. GPU type (memory bandwidth, compute power) can also affect actual performance. Currently, we prioritize whether the model fits in VRAM or requires RAM fallback for classification. We may refine this categorization in future updates based on more detailed benchmarks.

BATTERY

BATTERY	65 Wh	50.3 Wh
Battery Type	Li-Ion	Li-Ion
Replaceable	No	No
Fast Charging	No	No
USB Power Delivery	Yes	No
Charging Port Position	Left	Left
Charge Power	100 W	45 W

Moreover, the Swift Go 16 SFG16-72 boasts a larger battery capacity of 65 Wh, offering extended usage time compared to the Swift 1 SF114-34's50 Wh.

Battery Comparison

Acer Swift Go 16 SFG16-72

Avg: 16.0-16.9"

Acer Swift 1 SF114-34

Avg: 14.0-14.9"

STORAGE
With a larger storage capacity up to 2 TB, the Swift Go 16 SFG16-72 provides more space for storing files and applications compared to the Swift 1 SF114-34's max. storage capacity of 512 GB.

Storage Options	512 GB, 1 TB, 2 TB	64 GB, 128 GB, 256 GB, 512 GB
Upgradable	Yes	No
Total Slots	1	1
Storage type	SSD (M2)	eMMC
NVMe	Yes
Memory Bus	PCI-E Gen 4.0 (4x)	Custom

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 16 SFG16-72 vs Acer Swift 1 SF114-34: Display Comparison

The display is an essential aspect to consider when comparing the Acer Swift Go 16 SFG16-72 and Acer Swift 1 SF114-34 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 16 SFG16-72 has a display size of 16.0".On the other hand, Swift 1 SF114-34 has a smaller 14.0" display.The total usable screen area of the Swift Go 16 SFG16-72 is 742cm² / 115inch² whereas the Swift 1 SF114-34's total usable screen area is 540cm² / 84inch².

PPI (Pixels per Inch)
Additionally, the Swift 1 SF114-34 features a higher pixel density with 157 pixels per inch (PPI), ensuring sharper image details.

Screen PPI (Pixels Per Inch) Comparison

Acer Swift Go 16 SFG16-72

Avg: 16.0-16.9"

Acer Swift 1 SF114-34

Avg: 14.0-14.9"

Refresh Rate
Both Swift Go 16 SFG16-72 and Swift 1 SF114-34 offer the same refresh rate of 60 Hz.

Acer Swift Go 16 SFG16-72 vs Acer Swift 1 SF114-34 Connectivity Comparison

In terms of connectivity,

Wifi
Swift Go 16 SFG16-72 features a more advanced Wi-Fi standard v6E, providing faster and more reliable wireless connections compared to Swift 1 SF114-34 (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 16 SFG16-72 and Swift 1 SF114-34 feature 2x USB 3.2 USB-A ports.
Both Swift Go 16 SFG16-72 and Swift 1 SF114-34 have USB Type-C ports. Swift Go 16 SFG16-72 has 2x USB 4.0 USB Type-C ports, while Swift 1 SF114-34 has 1x 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
Swift Go 16 SFG16-72 is equipped with Thunderbolt 4 port. Swift 1 SF114-34 does not have Thunderbolt port.

HDMI
Both Swift Go 16 SFG16-72 and Swift 1 SF114-34 feature an HDMI port. Swift Go 16 SFG16-72 offers 1x HDMI 2.1, while Swift 1 SF114-34 offers 1x HDMI 1.4.

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 16 SFG16-72 is equipped with an SD Card Reader for easy access to memory cards. Swift 1 SF114-34 does not have an SD Card Reader.

Audio Jack
Both Swift Go 16 SFG16-72 and Swift 1 SF114-34 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: v6.2)	v5.3	v5.1
USB-A (latest: 3.2)	2x USB 3.2	2x USB 3.2
USB Type-C (latest: USB4 2.0)	2x USB 4.0	1x USB 3.2
Thunderbolt (latest: 5)	Thunderbolt 4	No
HDMI (latest: 2.1)	1x HDMI 2.1	1x HDMI 1.4
Display Port (latest: v2.0)	No	No
VGA	No	No
Fingerprint Sensor	Yes	Optional
Optical Drive	No	No
Audio Jack 3.5mm	Yes	Yes
Ethernet RJ45	No	No
SD CardReader	Yes	No
Proprietary Charging Port	No	Yes