Lenovo IdeaPad S340-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad S340) vs. Acer Swift Edge 16 (SFE16)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo IdeaPad S340-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad S340) and Acer Swift Edge 16 (SFE16). 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.

Lenovo IdeaPad S340-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad S340) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo IdeaPad S340-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad S340) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

lightweight design

decent battery life

fast SSD storage

comfortable keyboard

average display quality

limited graphics performance

no backlit keyboard

fewer connectivity ports

Acer Swift Edge 16 (SFE16) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Acer Swift Edge 16 (SFE16) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

ultra-lightweight design

sharp OLED display

efficient AMD processor

ample storage options

good battery life

limited port selection

no touchscreen option

average speaker quality

higher price point

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo IdeaPad S340-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad S340) and Acer Swift Edge 16 (SFE16)
73 % - Design
65 % - Display
72 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
76 % - Battery
81 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo IdeaPad S340-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad S340) vs. Acer Swift Edge 16 (SFE16) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad S340-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad S340) Acer Swift Edge 16 (SFE16)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 32.27 cm x 23.05 cm x 1.79 cm 35.755 cm x 24.59 cm x 1.295 cm
Weight 1.69 kg 1.2 kg
Case Material Aluminum, polycarbonate ABS Magnesium-aluminum alloy
Colour Platinum grey | Abyss blue Olivine black
DISPLAY Lenovo IdeaPad S340-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad S340) Acer Swift Edge 16 (SFE16)
Screen Size (Type) 14" - TN 16" OLED
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight -
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 3200 x 2000 (WQXGA+)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 120 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:10
Image Brightness 220 cd/m² 400 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 100% DCI-P3
Features Anti-glare Glare, CineCrystal, Acer BluelightShield technology, Eyesafe technology, 1 ms response rate, HDR 500 True Black
PROCESSOR Lenovo IdeaPad S340-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad S340) Acer Swift Edge 16 (SFE16)
CPU AMD Ryzen 3 3200U / 2.6 GHz AMD Ryzen 7 7840U / 3.3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.5 GHz 5.1 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core 8-core
Cache L3 - 4 MB L3 - 16 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Features Integrated memory controller -
MEMORY Lenovo IdeaPad S340-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad S340) Acer Swift Edge 16 (SFE16)
RAM 4 GB (provided memory is soldered) 16 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 12 GB -
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM LPDDR5 SDRAM
Speed 2400 MHz -
Rated Speed 2400 MHz -
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin -
Slots Qty 1 -
Empty Slots 1 -
STORAGE Lenovo IdeaPad S340-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad S340) Acer Swift Edge 16 (SFE16)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 128 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 3.0 x2 - NVM Express (NVMe) 1.024 TB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 - Micron
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo IdeaPad S340-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad S340) Acer Swift Edge 16 (SFE16)
Graphics Processor (GPU) AMD Radeon Vega 3 AMD Radeon 780M
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - QHD
Resolution 1 Megapixel -
Camera Features Privacy shutter Windows Hello, Temporal Noise Reduction
Video Resolutions - 1440p
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, two microphones
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio -
Audio Features - Input: AI noise reduction
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo IdeaPad S340-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad S340) Acer Swift Edge 16 (SFE16)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2 Bluetooth, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E)
Wireless Controller M.2 Card -
Features Single stream (1x1) Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Lenovo IdeaPad S340-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad S340) Acer Swift Edge 16 (SFE16)
Technology Lithium Ion -
Battery Capacity (Size) 52.5 Wh 54 Wh
Battery Life Up to 8 hours -
AC ADAPTER Lenovo IdeaPad S340-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad S340) Acer Swift Edge 16 (SFE16)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) -
Output 65 Watt 65 Watt, 5 / 9 / 12 / 15 / 20 V
INPUT Lenovo IdeaPad S340-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad S340) Acer Swift Edge 16 (SFE16)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad Multi-gesture touch pad, precision touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad S340-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad S340) Acer Swift Edge 16 (SFE16)
Interfaces USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
HDMI
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (with power off charging)
USB 3.2 Gen 1
2 x USB4/DisplayPort (DC-In combo, Power Delivery)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card) Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE Lenovo IdeaPad S340-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad S340) Acer Swift Edge 16 (SFE16)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home in S mode - English Windows 11 Home
Software Included Microsoft Office (30 days trial) -
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo IdeaPad S340-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad S340) Acer Swift Edge 16 (SFE16)
Included Accessories Power adapter USB-C power adapter
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip Microsoft Pluton chip, fingerprint reader
Security Slot Type - Noble Wedge security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection - Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, RapidCharge Administrator password, system password, Acer Purified.Voice technology, Acer TwinAir cooling technology
Compliant Standards RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3 TUV Rheinland Eyesafe Display
SAR Value 1.084 W/kg (body), 1.084 W/kg (limb) 2 W/kg (limb), 2 W/kg (body), 2 W/kg (head)
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
Specific Absorption Rate (SAR) - 2 W/kg (head)
2 W/kg (body)
2 W/kg (limb)
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return Limited warranty - 1 year - carry-in
International travellers warranty - 1 year
Model Number 14API 81NB 43
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