Key Features:
Brand:Acer
MPN: NX.HSESI.003
Model: Acer Swift SF314-42
AMD Ryzen 5 4500U Processor (8MB Cache, 2.3GHz up to 4.0GHz)
8GB 4266MHz DDR4 RAM
512GB SSD
14" FHD (1920 x 1080)IPS Display
Basic Information | |
Processor | AMD Ryzen 5 4500U Processor (8MB Cache, 2.3GHz up to 4.0GHz) |
Display | 14" Full HD (1920 x 1080) ComfyView LCD In-plane Switching (IPS) Technology |
Memory | 8GB 4266MHz LPDDR4 RAM |
Storage | 512GB SSD |
Graphics | AMD Radeon |
Operating System | Windows 10 |
Battery | 3-cell Lithium Ion (Li-Ion) |
Adapter | 65 W |
Audio | 2 Stereo Speakers |
Input Devices | |
Keyboard | Backlit Keyboard |
WebCam | Yes |
Network & Wireless Connectivity | |
Wi-Fi | IEEE 802.11ax |
Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.0 |
Ports, Connectors & Slots | |
USB (s) | Number of USB 2.0 Ports: 1 Total Number of USB Ports: 3 USB Type-C: Yes USB Type-C port, supporting: USB 3.2 Gen 2 (up to 10 Gbps); DisplayPort over USB-C; USB charging 5 V; 3 A; DC-in port 19 V; 65 W |
HDMI | Yes |
Audio Jack Combo | Yes |
Extra RAM Slot | No |
Extra M.2 Slot | No |
Physical Specification | |
Dimensions (W x D x H) | 0.71 x 12.7 x 8.6" |
Weight | 2.65 lb |
Color(s) | Silver |
Warranty | |
Manufacturing Warranty | 2 Years |
Acer has given the SF314-42, like its predecessor, a stylish and slim metal case. The chassis has a matte silver finish, which Acer has contrasted with a black plastic display frame. Acer has used smooth surfaces throughout. There is no maintenance hatch though, so accessing the machine's internal components requires some disassembly. We shall discuss this in the Maintenance section of this review. The processing of our review unit does not give rise to any criticisms. Gaps between materials are precise, and nothing protrudes in any way. The device also does not reveal any serious stability problems. The base unit can be twisted a bit, but not concerningly so. The same applies to the lid. Applying pressure on the back of the lid does not cause the display to distort at all. The display is held in place by pleasingly tight hinges. These hold the lid firmly in place, with the display barely teetering as we use it. The hinges allow the display to be opened up to 180°, for reference. It is possible to open the lid with one hand, too. The laptop has two USB Type-A ports, with one operating at the USB 2.0 standard and the other on the newer USB 3.2 Gen1 standard. There is also a USB Type-C port that utilizes the latest USB 3.2 Gen2 standard. The latter supports both DisplayPort and USB Power Delivery (PD), meaning that the device can output audio and video while being charged. Acer has still included a full-sized HDMI port and a power connector though, giving the Swift 3 two charging and video outputs. The laptop does not have a memory card reader. Acer has equipped the Swift 3 with an Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX200, a modem that not only supports the 802.11a/b/g/n/ac Wi-Fi but also the newer AX standard. Additionally, the AX200 offers Bluetooth 5.0 functionality. Our table below represents optimal Wi-Fi conditions with no other Wi-Fi devices placed between our review unit and our router. We positioned the laptop and our router closely, too. Acer has also equipped the Swift 3 with a 720p webcam. The results are somewhat washed out and lacking in color accuracy. With a Delta E deviation of just under 12, the Swift 3 misses our ideal target of 3 by a wide margin.