ASUS ROG Strix G18 (G814JI) vs. Acer Swift X 14 (SFX14)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of ASUS ROG Strix G18 (G814JI) and Acer Swift X 14 (SFX14). 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.

ASUS ROG Strix G18 (G814JI) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS ROG Strix G18 (G814JI) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful gaming performance

high refresh rate display

robust thermal management

customizable rgb lighting

ample storage options

heavy and bulky

short battery life

high price point

limited port selection

Acer Swift X 14 (SFX14) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Acer Swift X 14 (SFX14) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful amd processor

lightweight and portable

sharp full hd display

solid build quality

efficient thermal management

average battery life

limited port selection

noisy under load

higher price point

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS ROG Strix G18 (G814JI) and Acer Swift X 14 (SFX14)
86 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
86 % - Design
84 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS ROG Strix G18 (G814JI) vs. Acer Swift X 14 (SFX14) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS ROG Strix G18 (G814JI) Acer Swift X 14 (SFX14)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 39.9 cm x 29.4 cm x 3.08 cm 32.28 cm x 22.812 cm x 1.99 cm
Weight 3 kg 1.5 kg
Case Material - Anodised aluminium
Colour Eclipse grey Steel grey
DISPLAY ASUS ROG Strix G18 (G814JI) Acer Swift X 14 (SFX14)
Screen Size (Type) 18" 14.5" OLED
Screen Resolution 2560 x 1600 (WQXGA) 2880 x 1800 (WQXGA+)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 240 Hz 120 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:10 16:10
Image Brightness 500 cd/m² 400 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 100% DCI-P3 100% DCI-P3
Features Anti-glare, NVIDIA G-SYNC compatible, Adaptive-Sync technology, HDR (high dynamic range), 3 ms response rate, Pantone Validated, IPS-level, Dolby Vision, 89% screen-to-body ratio Glare, CineCrystal, Acer BluelightShield technology, 1 ms response rate, VESA DisplayHDR 500
PROCESSOR ASUS ROG Strix G18 (G814JI) Acer Swift X 14 (SFX14)
CPU Intel Core i9 (13th Gen) 13980HX / 2.2 GHz Intel Core i7 (13th Gen) 13700H / 2.4 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 5.6 GHz 5 GHz
Number of Cores 24-core 14-core
Cache L3 - 36 MB L3 - 24 MB
Features Intel Smart Cache Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY ASUS ROG Strix G18 (G814JI) Acer Swift X 14 (SFX14)
RAM 32 GB (2 x 16 GB) 16 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 32 GB -
RAM Type DDR5 SDRAM LPDDR5 SDRAM
Speed 4800 MHz -
Rated Speed 4800 MHz -
Form Factor SO-DIMM 262-pin -
Slots Qty 2 -
Empty Slots 0 -
STORAGE ASUS ROG Strix G18 (G814JI) Acer Swift X 14 (SFX14)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 1 TB SSD M.2 PCIe 4.0 - NVM Express (NVMe) 512 GB SSD M.2 2280 - Micron
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS ROG Strix G18 (G814JI) Acer Swift X 14 (SFX14)
Multi-GPU Configuration 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU -
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 / Intel UHD Graphics NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050
Video Memory 8 GB GDDR6 SDRAM 6 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Video System Features Max-Q design, ROG Boost, Dynamic Boost, MUX Switch, NVIDIA Advanced Optimus, NVIDIA DLSS 3, NVIDIA Studio -
Gaming Yes -
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - Full HD
Camera Features - Temporal Noise Reduction
Video Resolutions - 1080p
Sound Speakers, array microphone Stereo speakers, two microphones
Compliant Standards Dolby Atmos -
Audio Features Output: Smart Amp, Hi-Res Audio; Input: AI noise cancelling -
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS ROG Strix G18 (G814JI) Acer Swift X 14 (SFX14)
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)
Network Interface Ethernet -
Features Dual stream (2x2) Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY ASUS ROG Strix G18 (G814JI) Acer Swift X 14 (SFX14)
Technology 4-cell Lithium Ion -
Battery Capacity (Size) 90 Wh 76 Wh
AC ADAPTER ASUS ROG Strix G18 (G814JI) Acer Swift X 14 (SFX14)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) -
Output 240 Watt, 20 V, 12 A 100 Watt, 5 / 9 / 12 / 15 / 20 V
INPUT ASUS ROG Strix G18 (G814JI) Acer Swift X 14 (SFX14)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes -
Keyboard Backlight Yes (RGB) Yes
Features Chiclet keyboard, per-key RGB, 1.9mm travel distance, ASUS Overstroke technology Multi-gesture touch pad, precision touchpad, OceanGlass touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS ROG Strix G18 (G814JI) Acer Swift X 14 (SFX14)
Interfaces Headphone/microphone combo jack
HDMI 2.1
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 2
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
USB-C (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort Alt Mode)
LAN
HDMI
2 x USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, 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
Memory Card Reader - Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE ASUS ROG Strix G18 (G814JI) Acer Swift X 14 (SFX14)
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Home Windows 11 Home
Software Included Armoury Crate, Xbox Game Pass Ultimate (3 months), Aura Creator, NVIDIA Studio drivers, Microsoft 365 (1 month trial) NVIDIA Studio drivers
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS ROG Strix G18 (G814JI) Acer Swift X 14 (SFX14)
Included Accessories Power adapter USB-C power adapter
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip Fingerprint reader
Security Slot Type - Kensington security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection - Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features ASUS Aura Sync technology, Aura Sync light bar, BIOS protection, ROG Intelligent Cooling, ROG Nebula Display, Thermal Grizzly Conductonaut Extreme, 0dB Ambient Cooling Administrator password, system password, Acer Purified.Voice technology
Compliant Standards TUV Rheinland Low Blue Light Certification TUV Rheinland Eyesafe Display
SAR Value - 1.14 W/kg (body), 1.14 W/kg (head), 1.14 W/kg (limb)
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 2 years - pick-up and return Limited warranty - 1 year - carry-in
International travellers warranty - 1 year
Model Number N6070W 71G
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