Lenovo LOQ 16APH8 vs Acer Swift Edge SFA16-41 Comparison

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Lenovo LOQ 16APH8

16 inches | March 2023

Speed 5

Size 7

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Gaming 3.5

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16 inches | October 2022

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Size 9

Display 7.5

Gaming 2.5

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Lenovo LOQ 16APH8 vs Acer Swift Edge SFA16-41 Comparison Overview

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In this review, we will be comparing LOQ 16APH8 and Swift Edge SFA16-41, two laptops from Lenovo and Acer. Lenovo LOQ 16APH8 was introduced to market in March 2023 and Acer Swift Edge SFA16-41 was launched in October 2022. There is only 5 months difference between LOQ 16APH8 and Swift Edge SFA16-41 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 Lenovo LOQ 16APH8 and Acer Swift Edge SFA16-41 before getting into our more detailed comparison.

Lenovo LOQ 16APH8 Key Specs

Launched in March 2023
16.0" IPS LCD, 16:10 Aspect Ratio Display
CPU: AMD Ryzen 5 7640HS
GPU: GeForce RTX 3050 Mobile 6GB
8GB Ram
359.6 x 277.59 x 21-25.9 mm (14.16 x 10.93 x 0.83-1.02 inches)
Weight: 2.6 kg (5.73 lbs)

Acer Swift Edge SFA16-41 Key Specs

Launched in October 2022
16.0" OLED, 16:10 Aspect Ratio Display
CPU: AMD Ryzen 7 6800Uâ€‹
GPU: Radeon 680M
8GB Ram
356.7 x 242.3 x 12.95-13.95 mm (14.04 x 9.54 x 0.51-0.55 inches)
Weight: 1.17 kg (2.58 lbs)

Let's read on the following sections in order to better understand in detail how LOQ 16APH8 and Swift Edge SFA16-41 compares and decide which one is better for you.

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Reasons to choose Lenovo LOQ 16APH8 over Acer Swift Edge SFA16-41

Refresh Rate	144 Hz vs 60 Hz	Smoother media experience
Screen Type	Matte vs Glossy	potentially less reflections on screen
CPU Fabrication Process	4 nm vs 6 nm	Newer Generation CPU
GPU FLOPS	7.12 TFLOPS vs 3.686 TFLOPS	Dedicated GPU unit
GPU Type	Dedicated vs Integrated	More RAM Options
Upgradable RAM	Yes vs No	Connect more device at the same time
Number of USB-A Ports	3x USB 3.2 vs 2x USB 3.2	Fast way to input numbers
Numeric Pad	Yes vs No	Lower Price (*may change depending on config, seller, location, and time)
Avg. MSRP Price	$800-1200 vs $1600-2000

Reasons to choose Acer Swift Edge SFA16-41 over Lenovo LOQ 16APH8

Weight	1.17 kg vs 2.60 kg	1.43 kg lighter
Screen-to-Body Ratio	~85.9% vs ~74.4%	Larger screen area ratio
Side Bezel Thickness	6 mm vs 7.5 mm	1.5 mm thinner bezels
Noise Level	40 dB vs 56 dB	Less fan noise
Screen PPI	283 ppi vs 142 ppi	More pixels per inch
Screen Resolution	3840 x 2400 pixels vs 1920 x 1200 pixels	Higher pixel count screen
Max Brightness	400 nits vs 350 nits	Brighter Screen
GPU Fabrication Process	7 nm vs 8 nm	Newer Generation GPU
Fingerprint Sensor	Yes vs No	Easy login with fingerprint
Number of USB-C Ports	2x USB 3.2 vs 1x USB 3.2	Connect more device at the same time

Common Strengths of Acer Swift Edge SFA16-41 and Lenovo LOQ 16APH8

Launch Dates	March 2023 vs October 2022	Both laptops are recent models
Fast Charging Support	Yes vs Yes	Charge the battery in a shorter time
USB Power Delivery	Yes vs Yes	Charging via USB port gives flexibility
RAM Type	DDR5 vs LPDDR5	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
Bluetooth Standard	v5.2 vs v5.2	Fast and Reliable Bluetooth 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
Ethernet RJ45 Port	Yes vs Yes	Fast connection to Network via ethernet cable
Keyboard Backlight	Yes vs Yes	Easily see the keys under low light

Common Weaknesses of Acer Swift Edge SFA16-41 and Lenovo LOQ 16APH8

Touchscreen Capability	No vs No	No Touchscreen Capability

Lenovo LOQ 16APH8 vs Acer Swift Edge SFA16-41: Physical Specs Comparison

In this section, we will be comparing the physical specifications and body features of the Lenovo LOQ 16APH8 and the Acer Swift Edge SFA16-41.

Physical Specs
Weight	2.6 kg (5.73 lbs)	1.17 kg (2.58 lbs)
Surface Area	998 cm2 (154.8 inches2)	864 cm2 (133.9 inches2)
Screen to Surface Ratio	~74.4%	~85.9%
Side Bezel Thickness	~7.5 mm	~6 mm
Weight per Inch of Screen	0.16 kg/inch	0.07 kg/inch
	0.352 lbs/inch	0.154 lbs/inch
Colors	Gray	Black, Silver, Gray, Blue

Comparison of the Lenovo LOQ 16APH8 and the Acer Swift Edge SFA16-41 External Dimensions

Weight

LOQ 16APH8 weighs 2.6 kg (5.73 lbs), whereas the Swift Edge SFA16-41 weighs 1.17 kg (2.58 lbs). There is a notable difference in weight between these two laptops. The weight difference between the two laptops is not significant.

Weight Comparison

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Thickness Comparison

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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 Lenovo LOQ 16APH8 is 0.16 kg/inch.In comparison, this value for the Acer Swift Edge SFA16-41 is 0.07 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

Lenovo LOQ 16APH8 vs Acer Swift Edge SFA16-41: Internals Comparison

CPU Comparison

CPU Model	AMD Ryzen 5 7640HS AMD Ryzen 7 7840HS	AMD Ryzen 7 6800Uâ€‹
Base Frequency	4.3 GHz	2.7 GHz
Turbo Frequency	5 GHz	4.7 GHz
Number of Cores	6	8
Number of Threads	12	16
L3 Cache	16 MB	16 MB
Integrated GPU	Radeon 760M	AMD Radeon 680M
CPU Fabrication Process	4 nm	6 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 Lenovo LOQ 16APH8 and Acer Swift Edge SFA16-41.

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

Laptops with: AMD Ryzen 5 7640HS

Laptops with: AMD Ryzen 7 6800Uâ€‹

GPU Comparison

GPU Model	GeForce RTX 3050 Mobile 6GB GeForce RTX 4050 Mobile 6GB GeForce RTX 4060 Mobile 8GB	Radeon 680M
Base Clock Frequency	1530 MHz	2000 MHz
Boost CLock Frequency	1740 MHz	2200 MHz
TGP (Total Graphics Power)	95 W	15 W
Nvidia Optimus	MUX
Type	Dedicated	Integrated
FLOPS	7.12 TFLOPS	3.686 TFLOPS
Memory Size	6 GB	System Shared
Memory Type	GDDR6	LPDDR5
Memory Bus	128 bit	System Shared
Memory Speed	12 Gbps	5.2 Gbps
Shading Units Cores	2048	768
TMUs	64	48
ROPs	40	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. Lenovo LOQ 16APH8 has a FLOPS value of 7.12 TFLOPS whereas the Acer Swift Edge SFA16-41 ' has a FLOPS value of 3.686 TFLOPS. If graphical performance of the laptop is important for your use type, the Lenovo LOQ 16APH8 may be the better choice between these two setups.

RAM Comparison

RAM	8GB 16GB 32GB	8GB 16GB
Memory Bus	1x8 GB	2x4 GB
RAM Clock	5200 MHz	5200 MHz
RAM Type	DDR5	LPDDR5
Upgradable	Yes	No
Max RAM Size	32 GB
Total Slots	2

Both laptops, the LOQ 16APH8 and the Swift Edge SFA16-41, come with similar RAM capacities of 8 GB, providing comparable performance in memory-intensive tasks.

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	Lenovo LOQ 16APH8	Acer Swift Edge (SFA16-41)
CPU	AMD Ryzen 5 7640HS	AMD Ryzen 7 6800Uâ€‹
GPU	GeForce RTX 3050 Mobile 6GB	AMD Radeon 680M
Memory	8 GB ; 6 GB VRAM	8 GB
Available for LLM total	~10 GB (4.5 GB VRAM 5.5 GB RAM)	~3.5 GB (3.5 GB RAM)
Small Models (1-3B): Examples: Phi-2, Qwen-1.8B Requires ~2 GB memory	✔ Runs Well fits in your 6 GB VRAM	✔ Modest Speed fits in your 3.5 GB RAM
Medium Models (7-8B): Examples: Mistral-7B, Qwen-7B Requires ~5 GB memory	✔ Modest Speed doesn't fit in 6 GB VRAM, spills to RAM (VRAM + RAM, slower)	✖ Not Supported exceeds available RAM
Large Models
13-15B Models (e.g., Llama 3 14B, Qwen1.5 14B) Requires ~9 GB memory	! Not Practical doesn't fit in 6 GB VRAM, spills to RAM (VRAM + RAM, slower)	✖ 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)

Lenovo LOQ 16APH8|Acer Swift Edge (SFA16-41)

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	60 Wh 80 Wh	54 Wh
Battery Type	Li-Po	Li-Ion
Replaceable	No	No
Fast Charging	Yes	No
USB Power Delivery	Yes	Yes
Charging Port Position	Left, Bottom	Left
Charge Power	135 / 170 / 230 W	65 W

Moreover, the LOQ 16APH8 boasts a larger battery capacity of 60 Wh, offering extended usage time compared to the Swift Edge SFA16-41's54 Wh.

Battery Comparison

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STORAGE
Both laptops, the LOQ 16APH8 and the Swift Edge SFA16-41 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	2	1
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.

Lenovo LOQ 16APH8 vs Acer Swift Edge SFA16-41: Display Comparison

The display is an essential aspect to consider when comparing the Lenovo LOQ 16APH8 and Acer Swift Edge SFA16-41 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. Both LOQ 16APH8 and Swift Edge SFA16-41 screens have the same size of 16.0".The total usable screen area of the LOQ 16APH8 is 742cm² / 115inch² whereas the Swift Edge SFA16-41's total usable screen area is 742cm² / 115inch².

PPI (Pixels per Inch)
Additionally, the Swift Edge SFA16-41 features a higher pixel density with 283 pixels per inch (PPI), ensuring sharper image details.

Screen PPI (Pixels Per Inch) Comparison

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Refresh Rate
The LOQ 16APH8 offers a higher refresh rate of 144 Hz, resulting in smoother motion and improved visual experience.

Brightness
The Swift Edge SFA16-41 offers a higher maximum brightness of 400 nits, delivering a brighter screen.

Brightness Comparison

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Lenovo LOQ 16APH8 vs Acer Swift Edge SFA16-41 Connectivity Comparison

In terms of connectivity,

Wifi
LOQ 16APH8 features a more advanced Wi-Fi standard v6E, providing faster and more reliable wireless connections compared to Swift Edge SFA16-41 (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 LOQ 16APH8 and Swift Edge SFA16-41 have USB-A ports. LOQ 16APH8 has 3x USB 3.2 USB-A ports, while Swift Edge SFA16-41 has 2x USB 3.2 USB-A ports.
Both LOQ 16APH8 and Swift Edge SFA16-41 have USB Type-C ports. LOQ 16APH8 has 1x USB 3.2 USB Type-C ports, while Swift Edge SFA16-41 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 LOQ 16APH8 nor Swift Edge SFA16-41 has Thunderbolt port.

HDMI
Both LOQ 16APH8 and Swift Edge SFA16-41 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 LOQ 16APH8 nor Swift Edge SFA16-41 has an SD Card Reader.

Audio Jack
Both LOQ 16APH8 and Swift Edge SFA16-41 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)	v5.2	v5.2
USB-A (latest: 3.2)	3x USB 3.2	2x USB 3.2
USB Type-C (latest: USB4 2.0)	1x USB 3.2	2x USB 3.2
Thunderbolt (latest: 5)	No	No
HDMI (latest: 2.1)	1x HDMI 2.1	1x HDMI 2.1
Display Port (latest: v2.0)	No	No
VGA	No	No
Fingerprint Sensor	No	Yes
Optical Drive	No	No
Audio Jack 3.5mm	Yes	Yes
Ethernet RJ45	Yes	Yes
SD CardReader	No	No
Proprietary Charging Port	Yes	No