Acer Swift X SFX14 vs. Dell G15 (5520)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Acer Swift X SFX14 and Dell G15 (5520). With our comprehensive overview, you can simply compare dimensions, performance, storage, functions, but also other key features of both laptops and easily decide which one is the right choice for you. Our goal is to help you identify the main differences between products and find the laptop that best fits your needs and expectations.

Acer Swift X SFX14 Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Acer Swift X SFX14 based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful amd processor

dedicated nvidia graphics

lightweight, portable design

fast ssd storage

sharp full hd display

average battery life

noisy under load

limited port selection

heats up quickly

Dell G15 (5520) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Dell G15 (5520) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful gaming performance

efficient thermal management

solid build quality

affordable price point

good audio quality

heavy and bulky

average battery life

dim display brightness

limited port selection

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Acer Swift X SFX14 and Dell G15 (5520)
82 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
76 % - Design
75 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Acer Swift X SFX14 vs. Dell G15 (5520) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Acer Swift X SFX14 Dell G15 (5520)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 32.28 cm x 21.22 cm x 1.79 cm 35.726 cm x 27.211 cm x 2.533 cm
Weight 1.5 kg 2.81 kg
Case Material Anodised aluminium -
Colour Steam blue Dark shadow grey
DISPLAY Acer Swift X SFX14 Dell G15 (5520)
Screen Size (Type) 14" - IPS 15.6"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Pixel Density (ppi) - 141
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 60 Hz 165 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 300 cd/m² 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 100% sRGB
Features Anti-glare, ComfyView, Acer BluelightShield technology, 25 ms response rate, Narrow Border Display Anti-glare, Wide Viewing Angle, ±80° horizontal viewing angle, ±80° vertical viewing angle, Narrow Border Display, 0.17925 mm pixel pitch, 13 ms response rate
PROCESSOR Acer Swift X SFX14 Dell G15 (5520)
CPU AMD Ryzen 5 5500U / 2.1 GHz Intel Core i7 (12th Gen) 12700H
Max Turbo Speed 4 GHz 4.7 GHz
Number of Cores 6-core 14-core
Cache L3 - 8 MB 24 MB
Features - Intel Smart Cache, Intel Deep Learning Boost (DL Boost)
MEMORY Acer Swift X SFX14 Dell G15 (5520)
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 16 GB (2 x 8 GB)
Max RAM Supported - 32 GB
RAM Type LPDDR4X SDRAM DDR5 SDRAM
Speed - 4800 MHz
Rated Speed - 4800 MHz
Form Factor - SO-DIMM 262-pin
Slots Qty - 2
Empty Slots - 0
STORAGE Acer Swift X SFX14 Dell G15 (5520)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 512 GB SSD PCIe - SanDisk 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 4.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Acer Swift X SFX14 Dell G15 (5520)
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650 NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060
Video Memory 4 GB GDDR6 SDRAM 6 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Gaming - Yes
Camera Yes - HD Yes - HD
Resolution - 0.92 Megapixel
Camera Features Windows Hello RGB camera
Image Sensor Type - CMOS
Video Resolutions - 1280 x 720
Frame Rate - 30 frames per second
Sound Stereo speakers, two microphones Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec - Realtek ALC3254
Compliant Standards DTS Sound High Definition Audio
Audio Features Acer TrueHarmony technology -
COMMUNICATIONS Acer Swift X SFX14 Dell G15 (5520)
Wireless Bluetooth, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2
Wireless Controller M.2 2230 M.2 2230
Network Interface - Gigabit Ethernet
Ethernet Controller - Killer Ethernet E2600
Features Dual stream (2x2) Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Acer Swift X SFX14 Dell G15 (5520)
Technology 4-cell Lithium Ion 6-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 59 Wh 86 Wh
Battery Life Up to 14 hours Up to 9 hour(s)
AC ADAPTER Acer Swift X SFX14 Dell G15 (5520)
Input - AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 90 Watt, 19 V 19.5 V
INPUT Acer Swift X SFX14 Dell G15 (5520)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Multi-gesture touch pad -
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Acer Swift X SFX14 Dell G15 (5520)
Interfaces HDMI
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (DC-In combo, Power Delivery)
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (with power off charging)
USB 3.2 Gen 1
Headphone/microphone combo jack
HDMI
3 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
Thunderbolt 4
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
SOFTWARE Acer Swift X SFX14 Dell G15 (5520)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition Windows 11 Home
Software Included - Microsoft Office 2013 (Trial)
MISCELLANEOUS Acer Swift X SFX14 Dell G15 (5520)
Included Accessories Power adapter, 4-cell Li-Ion 59Wh battery Power adapter
Security Fingerprint reader -
Security Slot Type Kensington security slot -
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) -
Features Administrator password, system password -
Compliant Standards HDCP -
SAR Value 0.212 W/kg (head), 0.212 W/kg (body), 0.212 W/kg (limb) -
Max Operating Temperature - 35 °C
Min Operating Temperature - 0 °C
Humidity Range Operating - 10 - 90% (non-condensing)
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year - carry-in
International travellers warranty - 1 year
Limited warranty - 1 year
Model Number 41G -
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