Acer Swift 3 (SF316) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad S540-13API (81XC)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of Acer Swift 3 (SF316) and Lenovo IdeaPad S540-13API (81XC). 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 (SF316) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Acer Swift 3 (SF316) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

solid build quality

lightweight design

good battery life

fast charging support

average display quality

limited graphics performance

modest speaker output

no thunderbolt support

Lenovo IdeaPad S540-13API (81XC) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo IdeaPad S540-13API (81XC) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

slim, lightweight design

sharp, vibrant display

fast processing speed

good battery life

quiet operation

limited port selection

no optical drive

average graphics performance

higher price point

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Acer Swift 3 (SF316) and Lenovo IdeaPad S540-13API (81XC)
86 % - Design
78 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
81 % - Design
85 % - Display
72 % - Performance
78 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Acer Swift 3 (SF316) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad S540-13API (81XC) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Acer Swift 3 (SF316) Lenovo IdeaPad S540-13API (81XC)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 36.78 cm x 23.61 cm x 1.59 cm 29.69 cm x 20.86 cm x 1.595 cm
Weight 1.75 kg 1.25 kg
Case Material Anodised aluminium Aluminum, glass
Colour Steel grey Light silver
DISPLAY Acer Swift 3 (SF316) Lenovo IdeaPad S540-13API (81XC)
Screen Size (Type) 16.1" - IPS 13.3" - IPS
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 2560 x 1600 (WQHD)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 60 Hz -
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 300 cd/m² 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 72% NTSC 100% sRGB, 72% NTSC
Features Anti-glare, ComfyView, Acer BluelightShield technology, 25 ms response rate, Acer Color Intelligence, 72% NTSC colour gamut Glossy, 72% NTSC colour gamut
PROCESSOR Acer Swift 3 (SF316) Lenovo IdeaPad S540-13API (81XC)
CPU Intel Core i5 (11th Gen) 11300H / 3.1 GHz AMD Ryzen 7 3750H / 2.3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.4 GHz 4 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core Quad-Core
Cache 8 MB L3 - 4 MB
64-bit Computing - Yes
Features Hyper-Threading Technology, Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Smart Cache Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Acer Swift 3 (SF316) Lenovo IdeaPad S540-13API (81XC)
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type LPDDR4X SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed - 2400 MHz
Rated Speed - 2400 MHz
STORAGE Acer Swift 3 (SF316) Lenovo IdeaPad S540-13API (81XC)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 512 GB SSD M.2 2280 - Micron 512 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Acer Swift 3 (SF316) Lenovo IdeaPad S540-13API (81XC)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel Iris Xe Graphics AMD Radeon RX Vega 10
Memory Allocation Technology Shared Video Memory (UMA) -
Camera Yes - HD Yes - 720p
Resolution - 1 Megapixel
Camera Features Windows Hello IR camera, fixed focus, ToF sensor
Video Resolutions 1280 x 720 -
Sound Stereo speakers, two microphones Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Compliant Standards DTS Sound High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio
Audio Features Acer TrueHarmony technology -
COMMUNICATIONS Acer Swift 3 (SF316) Lenovo IdeaPad S540-13API (81XC)
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 M.2 Card
Features Dual stream (2x2) Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Acer Swift 3 (SF316) Lenovo IdeaPad S540-13API (81XC)
Technology 4-cell Lithium Ion Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 56 Wh 56 Wh
Battery Life Up to 11.5 hours Up to 14.7 hours
AC ADAPTER Acer Swift 3 (SF316) Lenovo IdeaPad S540-13API (81XC)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt, 19 V 65 Watt
INPUT Acer Swift 3 (SF316) Lenovo IdeaPad S540-13API (81XC)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes -
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Multi-gesture touch pad Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Acer Swift 3 (SF316) Lenovo IdeaPad S540-13API (81XC)
Interfaces HDMI
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort Alt Mode) (DC-In combo)
USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (with power off charging)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
2 x USB-C 3.1 Gen 1 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
SOFTWARE Acer Swift 3 (SF316) Lenovo IdeaPad S540-13API (81XC)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition - English
Software Included - Microsoft Office (30 days trial)
MISCELLANEOUS Acer Swift 3 (SF316) Lenovo IdeaPad S540-13API (81XC)
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 Administrator password, system password, hard drive password, HDCP Compliant, wake on voice 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)
Specific Absorption Rate (SAR) - 0.599 W/kg (body)
0.599 W/kg (limb)
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year - carry-in
International travellers warranty - 1 year
Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
Model Number 51 -
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