Asus ZenBook Flip 14 UM462vsAcer Swift 1

We compare these two popular phones to help you decide which one fits your needs and budget better.

Asus
ASUS ZenBook Flip 14 UM462
ZenBook Flip 14 UM462

Quick Stats

The Ryzen 5 processor delivers impressive performance with seamless multitasking and no lag or stuttering observed during daily use.
The ASUS ZenBook Flip 14's build quality is its strongest suit, with premium materials used throughout.
The ASUS ZenBook Flip 14's display is fine for everyday tasks but limited for creative uses.
The Asus ZenBook Flip 14 features a 14-inch touchscreen display and convertible design with Harman Kardon speakers.
Acer
Acer Swift 1
Swift 1

Quick Stats

The Acer Swift 1 has mediocre performance, making it unsuitable for professionals and heavy task execution.
The Acer Swift 1 boasts an impressive build quality with a premium metal body at an entry-level price point.
The Acer Swift 1's display is good for casual use, but struggles with visibility in bright sunlight.
The Acer Swift 1 features a 14-inch full HD display as its notable specification.
Key Differences

No significant specification differences found between these devices.

Rank
Asus ZenBook Flip 14 UM462
#814
Acer Swift 1
Winner
#810
Scores by Category
Rankings
Connectivity
Asus ZenBook Flip 14 UM462
#669
Winner
Acer Swift 1
#804
Display
Asus ZenBook Flip 14 UM462
#612
Acer Swift 1
#567
Winner
Performance
Asus ZenBook Flip 14 UM462
#726
Winner
Acer Swift 1
#826
Build
Asus ZenBook Flip 14 UM462
#457
Acer Swift 1
#131
Winner
Features
Asus ZenBook Flip 14 UM462
#702
Acer Swift 1
#184
Winner

Note: Lower rank number indicates a better position in category.

Specifications Comparison
Specification
Asus ASUS ZenBook Flip 14 UM462
Acer Acer Swift 1
up to 16GB
up to 8GB
up to 1000GB SSD + up to 1000GB HDD
up to 512GB SSD
AMD Ryzen 5 3500U
Intel Pentium Silver N6000
AMD Radeon RX Vega 8 (R2000/3000, 15W)
Intel UHD Graphics G1
1x 2280 PCIe NVMe 3.0 x2 
1x M.2 NVMe slot See photo

Note: Highlighted specifications show differences between the two devices.

Pros and Cons

Asus ZenBook Flip 14 UM462

Strengths

The Asus Zenbook flip 14 is a fine machine for everyday computing tasks, handling multitasking without any signs of lag or stuttering.
It has an acceptable score of three hours and 54 minutes on our standard battery benchmark test
The touchscreen display is bright and colorful with natural colors and sufficient brightness for daylight use
The keyboard is amongst the most comfortable I've seen on a convertible laptop, with large three-stage backlit keys
The touchpad is modern and precise, supporting multi-finger taps and swipes natively on Windows 10
It's built very well, with a firm smooth laptop body made of aluminum and magnesium alloy

Weaknesses

Battery life could have been a lot longer, lasting only about three hours and 54 minutes on our standard battery benchmark test
The battery drains sharply when enabled keyboard backlighting
The stylus isn't suitable for drawing, with poor touch accuracy and low pressure sensitivity
The speakers are hollow, lacking clear lows and making it unsuitable for full-blown entertainment
The laptop is on the heavier side at 1.66 kg, making it difficult to use as a tablet
The battery drains faster than expected, lasting only about three hours and 13 minutes with Wi-Fi and Bluetooth turned on

Acer Swift 1

Strengths

The Acer Swift 1 is the best budget laptop available in the market.
It has a premium-looking design with an aluminum metal body, slim profile, and matte finish.
The device has plenty of ports for connectivity features, including HDMI port, two USB 3.0 ports, USB type-C 3.1 port, audio jack, and SD card reader.
The battery life is impressive, providing nearly 7 hours of battery life on medium brightness, 10 hours for full HD video playback, and 6 hours for daily usage and office work.
The keyboard is nice and comfortable for long sessions of typing, with big keys well-placed except the top row which may take some time to get used to.
The touchpad is big, beautiful, with matte finish, integrated keys, and supports Windows 10 gestures.

Weaknesses

The device has a mixed bag performance due to its entry-level hardware, making it unsuitable for pro users or those who perform heavy tasks.
The fingerprint sensor can be finicky at times, so it's best not to rely on it too much.
The downward-firing speakers are a drawback, producing muffled audio when positioned low, making earphones necessary for entertainment and media purposes.
The screen brightness is quite low, and color saturation is not great, but viewing angles are good thanks to the IPS screen.
Storage capacity of 64GB is limited, leaving little room for user files or installed software.
No backlighting is provided in the keyboard, which may be a drawback for some users.
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Asus ZenBook Flip 14 UM462

The ASUS ZenBook Flip 14 UM462 is an intriguing convertible laptop that attempts to bridge the gap between traditional laptops and tablets. Powered by AMD's Ryzen 5 processor, it boasts impressive everyday performance, handling multitasking with ease. The touchscreen display, though glossy, offers vivid colors and sufficient brightness for daylight use. However, battery life falls short of expectations, and the stylus input leaves room for improvement. Is this device a worthy compromise between form and function?

Acer Swift 1

The Acer Swift 1 is an impressive entry-level laptop that punches above its weight in terms of design and performance. With a slim aluminum body, premium looks, and ample ports, this notebook makes a great first impression. The 14-inch full HD display offers sharp images, although brightness could be improved. Battery life is impressive, lasting up to 10 hours on video playback. While not ideal for heavy users or gamers, the Swift 1 shines as a budget-friendly option for casual activities and everyday tasks.

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