Acer Switch 5 (SW512-52) vs. ASUS VivoBook 14 (X412FA)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Acer Switch 5 (SW512-52) and ASUS VivoBook 14 (X412FA). 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.

ASUS VivoBook 14 (X412FA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS VivoBook 14 (X412FA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

compact lightweight design

affordable price point

fast SSD storage

decent processor performance

full HD display

average battery life

limited graphics capability

no backlit keyboard

fewer connectivity options

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Acer Switch 5 (SW512-52) and ASUS VivoBook 14 (X412FA)
81 % - Design
72 % - Display
72 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
72 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Acer Switch 5 (SW512-52) vs. ASUS VivoBook 14 (X412FA) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Acer Switch 5 (SW512-52) ASUS VivoBook 14 (X412FA)
Product Type Tablet - with detachable keyboard Ultrabook
Dimensions (WxDxH) - 32.2 cm x 21.2 cm x 1.99 cm
Dimensions (WxDxH) - tablet 29.29 cm x 20.18 cm x 0.96 cm -
Dimensions (WxDxH) / Weight Details 29.29 cm x 20.18 cm x 0.96 cm / 920 g - tablet
29.29 cm x 20.18 cm x 1.2 cm / 1.27 kg - tablet with keyboard
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Weight 920 g 1.5 kg
Case Material Anodised aluminium -
Colour Grey Transparent silver
DISPLAY Acer Switch 5 (SW512-52) ASUS VivoBook 14 (X412FA)
Screen Size (Type) 12" - IPS 14"
Touchscreen Yes (10-point multi-touch) -
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 2160 x 1440 (Full HD Plus) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 3:2 16:9
Image Brightness 350 cd/m² 220 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 45% NTSC
Windows Ink Capability Yes -
Features Glare, CineCrystal, One Glass Solution, Mercury free, Wide Viewing Angle, 30 ms response rate ASUS Splendid Video Intelligence Technology, anti-glare, NanoEdge display
PROCESSOR Acer Switch 5 (SW512-52) ASUS VivoBook 14 (X412FA)
CPU Intel Core i3 (7th Gen) 7130U / 2.7 GHz Intel Core i3 (8th Gen) 8145U / 2.1 GHz
Max Turbo Speed - 3.9 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core Dual-Core
Cache 3 MB 4 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features - Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0
MEMORY Acer Switch 5 (SW512-52) ASUS VivoBook 14 (X412FA)
RAM 4 GB (provided memory is soldered) 4 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported - 12 GB
RAM Type LPDDR3 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Form Factor - SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty - 1
Empty Slots - 1
STORAGE Acer Switch 5 (SW512-52) ASUS VivoBook 14 (X412FA)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 128 GB SSD - Kingston 128 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x2 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Acer Switch 5 (SW512-52) ASUS VivoBook 14 (X412FA)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel HD Graphics 620 Intel UHD Graphics
Memory Allocation Technology Shared Video Memory (UMA) -
Camera Yes - 2592 x 1944 (rear), 1600 x 1200 (front) Yes - 720p
Resolution 5 Megapixel (rear), 2 Megapixel (front) -
Camera Features Wide angle lens, 1080p Full HD movie recording, 720p HD movie recording, Windows Hello -
Video Resolutions 720p, 1080p -
Sound Stereo speakers, microphone Stereo speakers, microphone
Audio Features - ASUS SonicMaster
COMMUNICATIONS Acer Switch 5 (SW512-52) ASUS VivoBook 14 (X412FA)
Wireless Bluetooth 4.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2
BATTERY Acer Switch 5 (SW512-52) ASUS VivoBook 14 (X412FA)
Technology 2-cell lithium polymer 2-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 37 Wh 37 Wh
Battery Life Up to 10.5 hours -
AC ADAPTER Acer Switch 5 (SW512-52) ASUS VivoBook 14 (X412FA)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt, 19 V 45 Watt, 19 V, 2.37 A
INPUT Acer Switch 5 (SW512-52) ASUS VivoBook 14 (X412FA)
Type Digitizer, touchpad, digital pen, detachable keyboard Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight Yes -
Features Volume control, multi-gesture touch pad, Acer FineTip keyboard, precision touchpad -
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Acer Switch 5 (SW512-52) ASUS VivoBook 14 (X412FA)
Interfaces USB-C
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.0
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB 2.0
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1
HDMI
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD, microSDHC, microSDXC) Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE Acer Switch 5 (SW512-52) ASUS VivoBook 14 (X412FA)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition Windows 10 Home in S mode
MISCELLANEOUS Acer Switch 5 (SW512-52) ASUS VivoBook 14 (X412FA)
Included Accessories Power adapter, keyboard, Acer Active Pen Power adapter
Integrated Options Ambient light sensor, gyro sensor, electromagnetic compass -
Security Fingerprint reader Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip
Security Slot Type - Kensington security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection - Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features Integrated stylus holder, LiquidLoop, built-in easel kickstand System password, ASUS Battery Health charging technology
Compliant Standards - UL, BSMI, CB, CCC, FCC
SAR Value - 0.306 W/kg (body), 0.306 W/kg (limb)
ENERGY STAR Certified - Yes
Model Number 383S EK867T
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