Acer
Swift 14 AI
Overall 82/100Best at value$1,099
Intel Core Ultra 7 258V paired with Intel Arc 140V Graphics. 1.2 kg carry weight. 120 Hz display.
Canonical comparison
Acer Swift 14 AI vs Apple Mac Studio (M3 Ultra, 192GB, 1TB) vs MSI Stealth 16 AI Studio (2024, RTX 4080)
Acer Swift 14 AI vs Apple Mac Studio (M3 Ultra, 192GB, 1TB) vs MSI Stealth 16 AI Studio (2024, RTX 4080) side by side on GadgetDisc. Apple Mac Studio (M3 Ultra, 192GB, 1TB) leads on overall score. Acer Swift 14 AI is the lightest. Acer Swift 14 AI starts at $1,099. Compare specs, battery life, display, pricing, and machine-readable score breakdowns.
Comparison summary
Among these 3 laptops, Apple Mac Studio (M3 Ultra, 192GB, 1TB) leads on overall score and is strongest for value.
- Apple Mac Studio (M3 Ultra, 192GB, 1TB) has the top overall score at 88/100.
- Acer Swift 14 AI is the lightest option at 1.2 kg.
- Acer Swift 14 AI has the lowest listed starting price at $1,099.
Apple
Mac Studio (M3 Ultra, 192GB, 1TB)
Overall 88/100Best at value$5,499
Apple M3 Ultra paired with 80-core GPU.
MSI
MSI Stealth 16 AI Studio (2024, RTX 4080)
Overall 83/100Best at gaming$2,099
Intel Core Ultra 9 185H paired with NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 Laptop GPU. 2 kg carry weight. 240 Hz display.
Scores
| Spec | Acer Swift 14 AI | Apple Mac Studio (M3 Ultra, 192GB, 1TB) | MSI Stealth 16 AI Studio (2024, RTX 4080) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 82/100 | 88/100 | 83/100 |
| Gaming score | 56/100 | 90/100 | 100/100 |
| Productivity score | 93/100 | 74/100 | 87/100 |
| Display score | 76/100 | N/A | 69/100 |
| Portability score | 88/100 | N/A | 73/100 |
| Value score | 100/100 | 100/100 | 87/100 |
Core hardware
| Spec | Acer Swift 14 AI | Apple Mac Studio (M3 Ultra, 192GB, 1TB) | MSI Stealth 16 AI Studio (2024, RTX 4080) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Intel Core Ultra 7 258V | Apple M3 Ultra | Intel Core Ultra 9 185H |
| CPU cores | 8 cores | 28 cores | 16 cores |
| Graphics | Intel Arc 140V Graphics | 80-core GPU | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 Laptop GPU |
Display
| Spec | Acer Swift 14 AI | Apple Mac Studio (M3 Ultra, 192GB, 1TB) | MSI Stealth 16 AI Studio (2024, RTX 4080) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Screen | 14" OLED | N/A | 16" IPS |
| Resolution | 2.8K | N/A | QHD+ |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | N/A | 240 Hz |
| HDR |
Portability and battery
| Spec | Acer Swift 14 AI | Apple Mac Studio (M3 Ultra, 192GB, 1TB) | MSI Stealth 16 AI Studio (2024, RTX 4080) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Weight | 1.2 kg | N/A | 2 kg |
| Thickness | 14.9 mm |
Connectivity
| Spec | Acer Swift 14 AI | Apple Mac Studio (M3 Ultra, 192GB, 1TB) | MSI Stealth 16 AI Studio (2024, RTX 4080) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 7 | WiFi 6E | Wi-Fi 7 |
| Bluetooth | 5.4 | N/A | 5.4 |
| USB-A ports | 2 | 1 | 2 |
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Comparison FAQ
Which laptop comes out ahead in this 3-way comparison?
Apple Mac Studio (M3 Ultra, 192GB, 1TB) has the highest overall score at 88/100. Check the section scores as well, because a lighter or less expensive laptop may still be the better fit for your needs.
Which option is the best value?
Acer Swift 14 AI has the lowest listed starting price at $1,099. Use the value and overall scores together to judge whether the price savings justify the performance trade-offs.
Which laptop is easiest to carry around?
Acer Swift 14 AI is the lightest option at 1.2 kg. Compare the portability score, weight, and battery life together before choosing a travel laptop.
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