Microsoft Surface Pro 7+ vs. Acer Switch 5 (SW512-52P)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Microsoft Surface Pro 7+ and Acer Switch 5 (SW512-52P). 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.

Microsoft Surface Pro 7+ Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Microsoft Surface Pro 7+ based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

versatile form factor

sharp pixelSense display

improved battery life

robust build quality

lightweight design

limited port selection

comparatively expensive

moderate base storage

no dedicated GPU

Acer Switch 5 (SW512-52P) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Acer Switch 5 (SW512-52P) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

versatile detachable design

sharp ips display

solid build quality

active stylus included

adequate processor performance

moderate battery life

limited port selection

no thunderbolt support

higher price point

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Microsoft Surface Pro 7+ and Acer Switch 5 (SW512-52P)
82 % - Design
85 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
85 % - Design
85 % - Display
72 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Microsoft Surface Pro 7+ vs. Acer Switch 5 (SW512-52P) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Microsoft Surface Pro 7+ Acer Switch 5 (SW512-52P)
Product Type Tablet - no keyboard Tablet - with detachable keyboard
Dimensions (WxDxH) 29.2 cm x 20.1 cm x 0.85 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
Weight 796 g 920 g
Case Material - Anodised aluminium
Colour Platinum Grey
DISPLAY Microsoft Surface Pro 7+ Acer Switch 5 (SW512-52P)
Screen Size (Type) 12.3" 12" - IPS
Touchscreen Yes (10-point multi-touch) Yes (10-point multi-touch)
LCD Backlight Technology - LED backlight
Screen Resolution 2736 x 1824 2160 x 1440 (Full HD Plus)
Pixel Density (ppi) 267 -
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 3:2 3:2
Image Brightness - 350 cd/m²
Windows Ink Capability - Yes
Features PixelSense Glare, CineCrystal, Mercury free, Wide Viewing Angle
PROCESSOR Microsoft Surface Pro 7+ Acer Switch 5 (SW512-52P)
CPU Intel Core i5 (11th Gen) 1135G7 Intel Core i5 (7th Gen) 7200U / 2.5 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.2 GHz 3.1 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core Dual-Core
Cache 8 MB 3 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features - Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0
MEMORY Microsoft Surface Pro 7+ Acer Switch 5 (SW512-52P)
RAM 8 GB 4 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type LPDDR4X SDRAM LPDDR3 SDRAM
STORAGE Microsoft Surface Pro 7+ Acer Switch 5 (SW512-52P)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 128 GB SSD 128 GB SSD - Kingston
AUDIO & VIDEO Microsoft Surface Pro 7+ Acer Switch 5 (SW512-52P)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel Iris Xe Graphics Intel HD Graphics 620
Memory Allocation Technology - Shared Video Memory (UMA)
Camera Yes - 1080p Yes - 2592 x 1944 (rear), 1600 x 1200 (front)
Resolution 8 Megapixel (rear), 5 Megapixel (front) 5 Megapixel (rear), 2 Megapixel (front)
Camera Features Autofocus, Windows Hello Wide angle lens, 1080p Full HD movie recording, 720p HD movie recording, Windows Hello
Video Resolutions - 720p, 1080p
Sound Stereo speakers, two microphones Stereo speakers, microphone
Compliant Standards Dolby Atmos -
COMMUNICATIONS Microsoft Surface Pro 7+ Acer Switch 5 (SW512-52P)
Wireless Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax Bluetooth 4.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac
Compliant Standards IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11a, IEEE 802.11g, Wi-Fi CERTIFIED, IEEE 802.11n, IEEE 802.11ac, Bluetooth 5.0, IEEE 802.11ax -
WWAN
Generation 4G -
Technology LTE Advanced -
Controller Qualcomm Snapdragon X20 -
BATTERY Microsoft Surface Pro 7+ Acer Switch 5 (SW512-52P)
Technology - 2-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) - 37 Wh
Battery Life Up to 13.5 hours Up to 10.5 hours
AC ADAPTER Microsoft Surface Pro 7+ Acer Switch 5 (SW512-52P)
Input - AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output - 45 Watt, 19 V
INPUT Microsoft Surface Pro 7+ Acer Switch 5 (SW512-52P)
Type - Digitizer, touchpad, digital pen, detachable keyboard
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features - Volume control, multi-gesture touch pad, Acer FineTip keyboard, precision touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Microsoft Surface Pro 7+ Acer Switch 5 (SW512-52P)
Slots 1 x Nano-SIM card (1 free) -
Interfaces USB-C
USB 3.0
SurfaceConnect
Headphone output
Dock
USB-C
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.0
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSDXC) Yes (microSD, microSDXC)
SOFTWARE Microsoft Surface Pro 7+ Acer Switch 5 (SW512-52P)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition
Software Included Microsoft 365 Business Standard, Business Premium or Microsoft 365 Apps (30 days trial), Microsoft 365 Apps (requires licence or subscription) -
MISCELLANEOUS Microsoft Surface Pro 7+ Acer Switch 5 (SW512-52P)
Dockable Yes -
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter, keyboard, Acer Active Pen, USB-C to HDMI adapter
Integrated Options Accelerometer, ambient light sensor, magnetometer, gyro sensor Ambient light sensor, digital compass, gyro sensor
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip Fingerprint reader
Features Studio Mode, Tablet Mode, Laptop Mode, built-in kickstand Integrated stylus holder, LiquidLoop, auto-retracting kickstand
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year Limited warranty - 1 year - carry-in
International travellers warranty - 1 year
Model Number - 58ZQ
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