Acer Spin 5 (SP514) vs. ASUS ROG Flow X16 (GV601VV)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Acer Spin 5 (SP514) and ASUS ROG Flow X16 (GV601VV). Compare sizes, performance, storage capacities, batteries and other important specifications and features to easily choose the right laptop for you. Our goal is to help you uncover differences between the products and find the laptop that will best fit your needs.

Acer Spin 5 (SP514) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Acer Spin 5 (SP514) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

versatile 360-degree hinge

sharp 2K display

responsive touchscreen

lightweight design

decent battery life

limited storage capacity

average graphics performance

no HDMI port

higher price point

ASUS ROG Flow X16 (GV601VV) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS ROG Flow X16 (GV601VV) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

versatile convertible design

high-resolution touchscreen

powerful gaming performance

good thermal management

lightweight and portable

expensive price point

average battery life

limited storage capacity

noisy under load

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Acer Spin 5 (SP514) and ASUS ROG Flow X16 (GV601VV)
82 % - Design
86 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
81 % - Design
86 % - Display
90 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Acer Spin 5 (SP514) vs. ASUS ROG Flow X16 (GV601VV) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Acer Spin 5 (SP514) ASUS ROG Flow X16 (GV601VV)
Product Type Notebook - flip design Notebook - flip design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 31.12 cm x 21.82 cm x 1.69 cm 35.5 cm x 24.3 cm x 2.19 cm
Weight 1.3 kg 2 kg
Case Material Magnesium-aluminum alloy -
Colour Concrete grey Grey
DISPLAY Acer Spin 5 (SP514) ASUS ROG Flow X16 (GV601VV)
Screen Size (Type) 14" - IPS 16" - IPS
Touchscreen Yes (multi-touch) Yes
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight -
Screen Resolution 2560 x 1600 (WQXGA) 2560 x 1600 (QHD+)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 60 Hz 240 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:10 16:10
Image Brightness 420 cd/m² -
Colour Gamut 100% sRGB 100% DCI-P3
Features Glare, CineCrystal, Corning Gorilla glass 3, Acer BluelightShield technology, 30 ms response rate Glossy, HDR (high dynamic range), Dolby Vision
PROCESSOR Acer Spin 5 (SP514) ASUS ROG Flow X16 (GV601VV)
CPU Intel Core i7 (12th Gen) 1260P / 2.1 GHz Intel Core i9 (13th Gen) 13900H / 2.6 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.7 GHz 5.4 GHz
Number of Cores 12-core 14-core
Cache 18 MB L3 - 24 MB
Platform Technology Intel Evo -
Features Intel Smart Cache, Intel Deep Learning Boost (DL Boost) Execute Disable Bit capability, Intel Trusted Execution Technology, Intel Flex Memory Access, Intel Virtualization Technology for Directed I/O (VT-d), Intel Smart Cache, Intel VT-x with Extended Page Tables (EPT), Intel Stable Image Platform Program (SIPP), Intel Virtualization Technology for Directed (VT-x)
MEMORY Acer Spin 5 (SP514) ASUS ROG Flow X16 (GV601VV)
RAM 16 GB (provided memory is soldered) 16 GB (2 x 8 GB)
Max RAM Supported - 64 GB
RAM Type LPDDR5 SDRAM DDR5 SDRAM
Speed - 4800 MHz
Rated Speed - 4800 MHz
Form Factor - SO-DIMM 262-pin
Slots Qty - 2
Empty Slots - 0
STORAGE Acer Spin 5 (SP514) ASUS ROG Flow X16 (GV601VV)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 1.024 TB SSD M.2 2280 - Micron 1 TB SSD M.2 PCIe 4.0 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Acer Spin 5 (SP514) ASUS ROG Flow X16 (GV601VV)
Multi-GPU Configuration - 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel Iris Xe Graphics NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 / Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Video Memory - 8 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Video System Features Functions as Intel UHD graphics (for single-channel memory) ROG Boost, Dynamic Boost, MUX Switch, NVIDIA Advanced Optimus
Gaming - Yes
Camera Yes - Full HD Yes - 1080p
Camera Features - IR camera, Windows Hello
Video Resolutions 1920 x 1080 -
Sound Stereo speakers, two microphones Four speakers, 3-microphone array
Compliant Standards - Dolby Atmos
Audio Features - Output: Smart Amp, Hi-Res Audio; Input: AI noise cancelling
COMMUNICATIONS Acer Spin 5 (SP514) ASUS ROG Flow X16 (GV601VV)
Wireless Bluetooth 5.2, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E) Bluetooth 5.2, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E)
Wireless Controller Killer Wi-Fi 6E AX1675i - M.2 2230 (CNVi) -
Features Dual stream (2x2) Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Acer Spin 5 (SP514) ASUS ROG Flow X16 (GV601VV)
Technology 4-cell Lithium Ion 4-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 56 Wh 90 Wh
Battery Life Up to 15 hours -
AC ADAPTER Acer Spin 5 (SP514) ASUS ROG Flow X16 (GV601VV)
Input - AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt, 5 / 9 / 12 / 15 / 20 V 240 Watt, 20 V, 12 A
INPUT Acer Spin 5 (SP514) ASUS ROG Flow X16 (GV601VV)
Type Keyboard, digitizer, touchpad, digital pen Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes (RGB)
Features Multi-gesture touch pad, precision touchpad Chiclet keyboard, N-key rollover, 1 RGB zone, 1.7mm travel distance
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Acer Spin 5 (SP514) ASUS ROG Flow X16 (GV601VV)
Slots - 1 x ROG XG Mobile interface / USB-C (1 free)
Interfaces HDMI
2 x USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
USB 3.2 Gen 2 (with power off charging)
USB 3.2 Gen 2
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Headphone/microphone combo jack
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 2
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
HDMI 2.1
Thunderbolt 4 (supports DisplayPort) (Power Delivery)
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE Acer Spin 5 (SP514) ASUS ROG Flow X16 (GV601VV)
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Home Windows 11 Home
MISCELLANEOUS Acer Spin 5 (SP514) ASUS ROG Flow X16 (GV601VV)
Included Accessories Active stylus, USB-C power adapter Power adapter
Security Fingerprint reader Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip
Security Slot Type Noble Wedge security slot -
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) -
Features Project Athena certified System password, ASUS Aura Sync technology, ROG Intelligent Cooling, Arc Flow Fans, 0dB Ambient Cooling
Compliant Standards HDCP -
SAR Value 1.14 W/kg (body), 1.14 W/kg (head), 1.14 W/kg (limb) -
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year - carry-in
International travellers warranty - 1 year
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Model Number 51N NF001W
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