Lenovo ThinkPad E16 Gen 2vsAcer Swift Go 14

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Lenovo
Lenovo ThinkPad E16 Gen 2
ThinkPad E16 Gen 2

Quick Stats

The Lenovo ThinkPad E16 Gen 2 delivers solid performance with its AMD Ryzen 5 processor efficiently.
The Lenovo ThinkPad E16 Gen 2's build is a solid compromise between portability and functionality effectively.
The Lenovo ThinkPad E16 Gen 2's 1200p display is a notable downgrade from last year's model.
The Lenovo ThinkPad E16 Gen 2 boasts impressive features with up to 32GB RAM and improved speaker system.
Acer
Acer Swift Go 14
Swift Go 14

Quick Stats

The Acer Swift Go 14's performance excels with everyday tasks but falters under heavy loads and gaming demands.
The Acer Swift Go 14's build quality is decent, prioritizing portability over raw performance and durability.
The Acer Swift Go 14's OLED display offers vibrant colors and sharp contrast for optimal visual performance.
The Acer Swift Go 14's OLED display is its standout feature with vibrant colors and sharp contrast.
Key Differences

No significant specification differences found between these devices.

Rank
Lenovo ThinkPad E16 Gen 2
Winner
#225
Acer Swift Go 14
#230
Scores by Category
Rankings
Connectivity
Lenovo ThinkPad E16 Gen 2
#358
Acer Swift Go 14
#2
Winner
Display
Lenovo ThinkPad E16 Gen 2
#123
Winner
Acer Swift Go 14
#334
Performance
Lenovo ThinkPad E16 Gen 2
#352
Winner
Acer Swift Go 14
#577
Build
Lenovo ThinkPad E16 Gen 2
#728
Acer Swift Go 14
#111
Winner
Features
Lenovo ThinkPad E16 Gen 2
#553
Acer Swift Go 14
#1
Winner

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

Specifications Comparison
Specification
Lenovo Lenovo ThinkPad E16 Gen 2
Acer Acer Swift Go 14
up to 64GB
up to 32GB
up to 4000GB SSD
up to 8000GB SSD + up to 4000GB HDD
Intel Core Ultra 7 165U
Intel Core Ultra 7 155H
Intel Graphics (4-Cores)
Intel Arc (8-Cores)
1x 2280 M.2 NVMe PCIe 4.0 x4 + 1x 2242 M.2 NVMe PCIe 4.0 x4 See photo
N/A

Note: Highlighted specifications show differences between the two devices.

Pros and Cons

Lenovo ThinkPad E16 Gen 2

Strengths

No specific pros listed for this device

Weaknesses

No specific cons listed for this device

Acer Swift Go 14

Strengths

It's Sleek, lightweight, and has a solid build quality perfect for those who are always on the move.
The OLED display is a definite highlight offering vibrant colors and sharp contrast that make it a pleasure for media consumption and creative work.
Battery life is also impressive for everyday use thanks to those low power cores.
Performance-wise, it holds its own in many tasks and even some creative workloads.
Gaming performance is playable, especially with some tweaking of graphics settings.

Weaknesses

Thermal management just isn't quite up to par and the AI branding doesn't translate to better performance.
The extra cost for those AI capabilities doesn't offer enough to justify the price compared to similar models that don't carry the AI label.
It shows limitations when pushed with gaming or heavy multitasking
AI features are niche at best and feel often gimmicky for most of us
Performance-wise, it really starts to show its limitations once you start to push it
Read Full Reviews

Lenovo ThinkPad E16 Gen 2

The Lenovo ThinkPad E16 Gen 2 is a budget-friendly laptop that punches above its weight. While it may lack the premium features of its higher-end counterparts, this device still manages to deliver on performance and usability. Powered by last year's AMD processor (although an Intel model is also available), the ThinkPad E16 offers impressive battery life and a decent integrated GPU. But what about the compromises? Let's dive in and explore whether this laptop can hold its own against more expensive options.

Acer Swift Go 14

The Asus Swift Go 14 is an intriguing laptop that promises to deliver AI-powered enhancements, but does it live up to the hype? This device boasts a sleek design, impressive battery life, and vibrant OLED display, making it perfect for everyday use and content creation. However, its true value lies in its ability to handle demanding tasks, such as gaming and multitasking, where thermal management becomes a concern. Does the AI branding justify the price, or is it just a marketing gimmick?

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