Acer Swift 3 Pro Series (SF314) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad S540-13API (Lenovo IdeaPad S540)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of Acer Swift 3 Pro Series (SF314) and Lenovo IdeaPad S540-13API (Lenovo IdeaPad S540). Compare dimensions, processors, batteries, storage capacities and other key specifications and features to simplify the choice of your perfect laptop. Our goal is to make it easier for you to decide on the laptop that will best meet your expectations by revealing the main differences between the products.

Acer Swift 3 Pro Series (SF314) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Acer Swift 3 Pro Series (SF314) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

lightweight design

fast ssd storage

good battery life

affordable price point

vivid display quality

average build quality

no thunderbolt support

limited port selection

mediocre speaker output

Lenovo IdeaPad S540-13API (Lenovo IdeaPad S540) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo IdeaPad S540-13API (Lenovo IdeaPad S540) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

slim, lightweight design

sharp, vibrant display

fast SSD storage

good battery life

efficient thermal management

limited port selection

no optical drive

average sound quality

higher price point

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Acer Swift 3 Pro Series (SF314) and Lenovo IdeaPad S540-13API (Lenovo IdeaPad S540)
81 % - Design
75 % - Display
84 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
82 % - Design
84 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
72 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Acer Swift 3 Pro Series (SF314) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad S540-13API (Lenovo IdeaPad S540) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Acer Swift 3 Pro Series (SF314) Lenovo IdeaPad S540-13API (Lenovo IdeaPad S540)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 31.95 cm x 21.7 cm x 1.645 cm 29.69 cm x 20.86 cm x 1.595 cm
Weight 1.19 kg 1.25 kg
Case Material - Aluminum, glass
Colour Steel grey Light silver | Ice blue
DISPLAY Acer Swift 3 Pro Series (SF314) Lenovo IdeaPad S540-13API (Lenovo IdeaPad S540)
Screen Size (Type) 14" - IPS 13.3" - IPS
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 2560 x 1600 (WQXGA)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 250 cd/m² 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 100% sRGB, 72% NTSC
Features Anti-glare, ComfyView, Mercury free, Wide Viewing Angle, 25 ms response rate, Narrow Border Display Glossy, 72% NTSC colour gamut
PROCESSOR Acer Swift 3 Pro Series (SF314) Lenovo IdeaPad S540-13API (Lenovo IdeaPad S540)
CPU Intel Core i5 (10th Gen) 1035G1 / 1 GHz AMD Ryzen 5 3550H / 2.1 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.6 GHz 3.7 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core Quad-Core
Cache 6 MB L3 - 4 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Acer Swift 3 Pro Series (SF314) Lenovo IdeaPad S540-13API (Lenovo IdeaPad S540)
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type LPDDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed - 2400 MHz
Rated Speed - 2400 MHz
STORAGE Acer Swift 3 Pro Series (SF314) Lenovo IdeaPad S540-13API (Lenovo IdeaPad S540)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe) - Kingston 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Acer Swift 3 Pro Series (SF314) Lenovo IdeaPad S540-13API (Lenovo IdeaPad S540)
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce MX350 AMD Radeon Vega 8
Video Memory 2 GB GDDR5 SDRAM -
Camera Yes - 1280 x 720 Yes - 720p
Resolution - 1 Megapixel
Camera Features 720p HD movie recording, super high dynamic range imaging (SHDR) IR camera, ToF sensor
Video Resolutions 720p -
Sound Stereo speakers, two microphones Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Compliant Standards - High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio
Audio Features Acer TrueHarmony technology -
COMMUNICATIONS Acer Swift 3 Pro Series (SF314) Lenovo IdeaPad S540-13API (Lenovo IdeaPad S540)
Wireless Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0
Wireless Controller Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 201 - M.2 2230 (CNVi) M.2 Card
Features - Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Acer Swift 3 Pro Series (SF314) Lenovo IdeaPad S540-13API (Lenovo IdeaPad S540)
Technology 3-cell Lithium Ion Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 48 Wh 56 Wh
Battery Life Up to 11 hours Up to 14.7 hours
AC ADAPTER Acer Swift 3 Pro Series (SF314) Lenovo IdeaPad S540-13API (Lenovo IdeaPad S540)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt, 19 V 65 Watt
INPUT Acer Swift 3 Pro Series (SF314) Lenovo IdeaPad S540-13API (Lenovo IdeaPad S540)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Multi-gesture touch pad, Acer FineTip keyboard, precision touchpad, Windows Hello Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Acer Swift 3 Pro Series (SF314) Lenovo IdeaPad S540-13API (Lenovo IdeaPad S540)
Interfaces HDMI
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (with power off charging)
USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 3, DisplayPort Alt Mode) (DC-In combo)
USB 2.0
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.1 Gen 1
2 x USB-C 3.1 Gen 1 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
SOFTWARE Acer Swift 3 Pro Series (SF314) Lenovo IdeaPad S540-13API (Lenovo IdeaPad S540)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition - English
MISCELLANEOUS Acer Swift 3 Pro Series (SF314) Lenovo IdeaPad S540-13API (Lenovo IdeaPad S540)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security Fingerprint reader Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip
Security Slot Type Kensington security slot -
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) -
Features Acer Purified.Voice technology, MU-MIMO technology Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, RapidCharge
Compliant Standards - RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3
SAR Value 1.12 W/kg (body), 1.12 W/kg (limb), 1.12 W/kg (head) 0.599 W/kg (body), 0.599 W/kg (limb)
ENERGY STAR Certified - Yes
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year - carry-in
International travellers warranty - 1 year
Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
Model Number 57G 13API 81XC
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