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

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

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

lightweight design

sharp pixelSense display

improved studio mics

fast processing speeds

limited port options

short battery life

higher price range

no dedicated graphics

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Microsoft Surface Pro 7 and Acer Switch 5 (SW512-52)
86 % - Design
85 % - Display
75 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Microsoft Surface Pro 7 vs. Acer Switch 5 (SW512-52) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Microsoft Surface Pro 7 Acer Switch 5 (SW512-52)
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 775 g 920 g
Case Material - Anodised aluminium
Colour Platinum Grey
DISPLAY Microsoft Surface Pro 7 Acer Switch 5 (SW512-52)
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, One Glass Solution, Mercury free, Wide Viewing Angle, 30 ms response rate
PROCESSOR Microsoft Surface Pro 7 Acer Switch 5 (SW512-52)
CPU Intel Core i3 (10th Gen) 1005G1 / 1.2 GHz Intel Core i3 (7th Gen) 7130U / 2.7 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.4 GHz -
Number of Cores Dual-Core Dual-Core
Cache 4 MB 3 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
MEMORY Microsoft Surface Pro 7 Acer Switch 5 (SW512-52)
RAM 4 GB 4 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type LPDDR4X SDRAM LPDDR3 SDRAM
STORAGE Microsoft Surface Pro 7 Acer Switch 5 (SW512-52)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 128 GB SSD 128 GB SSD - Kingston
AUDIO & VIDEO Microsoft Surface Pro 7 Acer Switch 5 (SW512-52)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD 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 Audio Premium -
COMMUNICATIONS Microsoft Surface Pro 7 Acer Switch 5 (SW512-52)
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 -
BATTERY Microsoft Surface Pro 7 Acer Switch 5 (SW512-52)
Technology - 2-cell lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) - 37 Wh
Battery Life Up to 10.5 hours Up to 10.5 hours
AC ADAPTER Microsoft Surface Pro 7 Acer Switch 5 (SW512-52)
Input - AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 45 Watt, 19 V
INPUT Microsoft Surface Pro 7 Acer Switch 5 (SW512-52)
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 (SW512-52)
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, microSDHC, microSDXC)
SOFTWARE Microsoft Surface Pro 7 Acer Switch 5 (SW512-52)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition
Software Included Microsoft 365 (30 days trial) -
MISCELLANEOUS Microsoft Surface Pro 7 Acer Switch 5 (SW512-52)
Dockable Yes -
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter, keyboard, Acer Active Pen
Integrated Options Accelerometer, ambient light sensor, magnetometer, gyro sensor Ambient light sensor, gyro sensor, electromagnetic compass
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip Fingerprint reader
Features Studio Mode, Tablet Mode, Laptop Mode Integrated stylus holder, LiquidLoop, built-in easel kickstand
SAR Value 1.58 W/kg (body) -
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year
France: limited warranty - 2 years
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Model Number - 383S
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