Acer Swift 7 SF713-51
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Average of 39 scores (from 69 reviews)
Reviews for the Acer Swift 7 SF713-51
Slim, Slimmer, Acer Swift 7! The trend towards slimmer devices keeps going on. Acer has now created the slimmest notebook in the world: less than 10 mm (~0.4 in) thick. We will check to see how well the Kaby Lake dual-core SoC works in our review.
Source: Pocket Lint Archive.org version
Es gibt nur sehr wenig Negatives über das Acer Swift 7 zu sagen und dafür sehr viel Positives. Allerdings muss man hier vieles in Relation setzen, was das Acer Swift 7 erreichen will: Ein wirklich herausragendes Design in Verbindung mit hoher Portabilität. Natürlich letzteres in Form von Akkulaufzeit und Kompaktheit. Und beides erreicht das Acer Swift 7 in einem wirklich sehr hohem Masse.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 01/21/2018
Source: Tech Smart Archive.org version
Getting your hands on the Swift 7 should cost you no less than R24 999, which is what Acer recommended the price at when it debuted at IFA late last year. That said, some online retailers are listing it at just under the R20k mark (Takealot), which makes it one of the better priced premium notebooks around, provided you know where to look.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 04/24/2017
Source: PC Authority Archive.org version
Not only is it faster and thinner than the competition, it’s also very competitively priced, basically equal to that of the Razer and XPS 13 when they’re similarly specced. As a result, we have to give the nod to the Swift as arguably our favourite new Ultrabook, though we would love to see a larger SSD and touchscreen in future.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 02/27/2017
Rating: Total score: 100%
Source: NDTV Gadgets Archive.org version
Acer is selling the Swift 7 in select stores and on Flipkart at Rs.99,999, making it line up against the Dell XPS 13 and the HP Spectre 13, both of which have now been refreshed with Kaby Lake Core i5 processors but cost around Rs.10,000 more than their original prices. All things considered, you're probably better off putting in that extra money and buying either the Dell or HP. This doesn’t mean the Swift 7 is a bad product but we feel that it simply isn't competitive enough.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 01/20/2017
Rating: Total score: 60% price: 60% performance: 60% display: 80% mobility: 80% workmanship: 80%
Source: Toptenreviews Archive.org version
Not only is it faster and thinner than the competition, it’s also very competitively priced, basically equal to that of the Razer and XPS 13 when they’re similarly specced. As a result, we have to give the nod to the Swift as arguably our favorite new Ultrabook, though we would love to see a larger SSD and touchscreen in future.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 01/18/2017
Rating: Total score: 100%
Source: Pocket Lint Archive.org version
The Acer Swift 7 is one of the thinnest laptops in the world, and it costs a bit less than some in this class. Add a good trackpad, a decent screen and a solid-if-shallow keyboard and you have a great ultra-portable machine for work and the sorts of time-wasting most of us do on our laptops.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 01/02/2017
Rating: Total score: 80%
Source: Hardware Secrets Archive.org version
The Acer Swift 7 is shown on the Acer website for $1099, but Amazon is currently selling it for $999. As its top-of-the-line Swift computer and for the price, I was a bit disappointed in the i5 processor. This laptop ought to have an i7 processor.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 12/22/2016
Source: Digital Trends Archive.org version
In the end, we can’t recommend the Acer Spin 7. Acer succeeded in making the thinnest 2-in-1 machine so far, but we’re not convinced users prefer super-slim design over performance and battery life.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 12/16/2016
Rating: Total score: 60%
Source: Hot Hardware Archive.org version
We don’t think the Acer Swift 7 will let users down when it comes to durability though. The laptop is much sturdier than its thin design portends and it is quite attractive in our opinion. It should hold up to the bumps and bangs of daily use just fine, and will looks good doing it. Buyers who are looking for a stylish laptop for casual use or light business duty should be satisfied with the Swift 7’s staid performance, and will likely appreciate its relatively affordable price point and dig its good looks and strong battery life.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 12/15/2016
Source: Computer Shopper Archive.org version
We like the Swift 7, as we liked the HP Spectre and Asus ZenBook 3 before it. Each challenges the Apple MacBook with extra functionality or performance. The Acer's tepid test results, however, keep it from claiming an Editors' Choice.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 12/06/2016
Rating: Total score: 70%
Source: Laptop Media Archive.org version
The Acer Swift 7 is a great piece of equipment or jewelry. It’s absurdly thin, light, compact and portable. It will serve you well during the day with good battery life, enough computing for browsing, office work and multimedia. Speaking of which, the screen offers excellent properties – it’s crisp, bright enough for indoor use, vivid and uses PWM only below 17% brightness making it virtually harmless to your eyes.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 12/06/2016
Source: Gadgets Now Archive.org version
Acer's new Swift 7 almost nails it in every aspect, be it design, performance or the battery. If you want a powerful crazy thin laptop, the Acer Swift 7 is your best option. Of course, the Rs 99,999 base price is a bit high, but you're getting the slimmest laptop in the world with the latest processor out there.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 11/29/2016
Rating: Total score: 80%
Source: University Herald Archive.org version
Acer Swift 7 is incredibly slim. If portability is the biggest consideration, this ultra-thin book is a solid choice. However, if you are looking for great device performance without caring about how thin it can be, there are better options for that.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 11/17/2016
Source: Good Gear Guide Archive.org version
Thin might not be a substitute for portability or performance, but it does turn heads. Acer goes beyond that gimmick, though: The Swift 7 has a premium feel, with a sturdy frame, a decent and enormous trackpad, a pleasant keyboard, and a black-and-gold finish. (Of course, tastes vary, so that inner coat of gold could be viewed as either elegant or gaudy.)
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 11/16/2016
Source: Wired Magazine Archive.org version
Other complaints may seem minor, but are still worth noting. Foremost, the Swift 7 is also missing a touchscreen. (You only miss it when it’s gone!) And under load, portions of the chassis can get scorchingly hot—particularly the bit directly above the keyboard. Finally, while the four-and-a-half-hour battery life isn’t appalling, it’s a lot less than the “up to 9 hours” Acer promises.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 11/15/2016
Rating: Total score: 60%
Source: PC Mag Archive.org version
The Acer Swift 7 takes its place as the current thinnest Windows laptop on the market. While it has impressive battery life and a beautiful screen, you have to make compromises to get them that you don't with rivals like the HP Spectre 13 and the New Razer Blade Stealth. If you're willing to give up a bit of performance for ultimate portability, the Swift 7 is a good choice, but at this price point, we'd recommend instead getting something with a more powerful processor to help keep the laptop feeling faster longer.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 11/04/2016
Rating: Total score: 70%
Source: CNet Archive.org version
It's hard to argue with a 13-inch laptop under 10mm thick. The Acer Swift 7 wins on that front, but other laptops offer more power and features while adding just a few millimeters of bulk.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 11/03/2016
Rating: Total score: 78% performance: 60% mobility: 70% workmanship: 90%
Source: Tech For Pennies Archive.org version
Choosing the Acer Swift 7 (SF713-51-M90J) as your next ultrabook makes sense if neat looks, decent performance and high quality screen are things you value. This computer can do everything for a compact laptop seeking patron, run his YouTube videos, MS Office and even image editors on the go. Indeed, it’s truly a portable notebook with the 13.3″ screen and 2.5 pounds weight. Apart from gaming performance the laptop is all solid, so do check it out!
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 11/01/2016
Rating: Total score: 80%
Source: Gear Open Archive.org version
Acer’s Swift 7 has a lot of competition, and at $1,100, it’s not a bargain. But the Asus Zenbook 3 is the only competitor in its category that we’d buy instead, and even there, it’s a question of priorities. The Zenbook 3 is smaller, yet faster. But the Acer Swift 7 will keep working after the Zenbook’s battery goes flat.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 10/22/2016
Source: Laptop Mag Archive.org version
Acer missed a golden opportunity with the Swift 7. The $1,099 laptop is one of the prettiest, thinnest laptops I've seen this year. And while it has a lovely display and lasts over 7 hours on a charge, this beauty is lacking in the brawn department.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 10/21/2016
Rating: Total score: 60%
Source: Digital Trends Archive.org version
Acer’s Swift 7 has a lot of competition, and at $1,100, it’s not a bargain. But the Asus Zenbook 3 is the only competitor in its category that we’d buy instead, and even there, it’s a question of priorities. The Zenbook 3 is smaller, yet faster. But the Acer Swift 7 will keep working after the Zenbook’s battery goes flat.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 10/21/2016
Rating: Total score: 70%
Source: Ultrabook Review Archive.org version
The Acer Swift 7 is advertised at the thinnest laptop out there at the time of this post (September 2016), and despite that, it's actually very well built and packs solid features. However, I feel that its footprint, keyboard, IO and even screen and battery life were sacrificed in one way or another to meet the sleek aesthetic requirements, and I for one am not happy with the trade. Read on to find out more.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 09/11/2016
Rating: Total score: 70%
Source: Techradar Archive.org version
Intel has slipped its 7th-generation Core i-series processors under the hood, and it claims that there's enough internal juice for you to play Overwatch at Full HD with fluid frame rates without the need for a discrete graphics chip.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 08/31/2016
Source: Trusted Reviews Archive.org version
With a launch price of €1,299 in Europe (around £1,326 inc VAT), presumably for a Core i7 model, this is an expensive machine. If this turns out to be an accurate specification and price, the Swift 7 will offer better value than the 12-inch MacBook but will be more expensive than the powerful HP Spectre 13.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 08/31/2016
Source: Lowyat.net Archive.org version
The Acer Swift 7 is a tough proposition for me, but if the world’s slimmest laptop catches your fancy, and you don’t mind the Swift 7’s “okay” battery life and somewhat limited processing power, it is a mighty fine option. It’s not a laptop I would personally buy, but it’s definitely one I enjoyed using.
Positive: Solid workmanship; nice design; compact size; decent autonomy. Negative: Average performance.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 12/20/2016
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Source: Futurezone.at DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 05/04/2017
Source: MobiFlip DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 03/05/2017
Rating: Total score: 84%
Source: PC Magazin - 4/2017
Single Review, , Length Unknown, Date: 03/01/2017
Rating: Total score: 77%
Source: PCtipp.ch DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 02/02/2017
Rating: Total score: 90%
Source: Computerbild - 3/2017
Single Review, , Length Unknown, Date: 02/01/2017
Rating: Total score: 84%
Source: c't - 2/2017
Single Review, , Length Unknown, Date: 01/15/2017
Source: Blick DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 01/06/2017
Source: ZDNet DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 01/04/2017
Rating: Total score: 82% performance: 80% features: 80% mobility: 80%
Source: Notebooksbilliger Blog DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 12/09/2016
Rating: Total score: 91% performance: 90% display: 90% mobility: 100%
Source: Notebookinfo DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 11/23/2016
Rating: Total score: 92% performance: 85% display: 90% mobility: 95% ergonomy: 90% emissions: 95%
Source: Curved DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 08/31/2016
Source: WinFuture DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 08/31/2016
Source: Newesc ES→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 08/15/2017
Rating: Total score: 90% performance: 79% display: 85% mobility: 92% workmanship: 94% ergonomy: 94%
Source: Xataka ES→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 04/06/2017
Rating: Total score: 84% performance: 80% display: 85% mobility: 80% workmanship: 93% ergonomy: 80%
Source: Ofertaman ES→EN Archive.org version
Positive: Compact size; slim size; solid workmanship; decent hardware; silent system; high autonomy.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 03/06/2017
Source: Smartphone Italia IT→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 06/19/2017
Rating: Total score: 80% price: 70% features: 80% display: 80% mobility: 90% ergonomy: 90%
Source: Andrea Galeazzi IT→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 04/09/2017
Rating: Total score: 85%
Source: Ridble IT→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 02/15/2017
Rating: Total score: 80%
Source: Techzilla.it IT→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 12/28/2016
Rating: Total score: 84% price: 75% performance: 75% display: 90% mobility: 95% workmanship: 90%
Source: Leonardo.it Tech IT→EN Archive.org version
Positive: Slim size; beautiful design; good ergonomy. Negative: Average performance.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 07/07/2017
Source: Notebook Italia IT→EN Archive.org version
Positive: Solid workmanship; nice display; good price. Negative: Short battery life.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 02/21/2017
Source: HDblog.it IT→EN Archive.org version
Positive: Slim size and lightweight; long battery life; powerful hardware; excellent cooling system (without fan); elegant design; good ergonomy. Negative: Relatively high price.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 09/29/2016
Source: Tweakers NL→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 01/17/2017
Rating: Total score: 80%
Source: Bright.nl NL→EN Archive.org version
Positive: Nice design; compact size; high autonomy; good price.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 04/30/2017
Source: CNet France FR→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 12/21/2016
Rating: Total score: 70%
Source: 01Net FR→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 12/07/2016
Rating: Total score: 74% performance: 80% display: 70% mobility: 70%
Source: Komputerswiat PL→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 03/28/2017
Rating: Total score: 73% features: 57%
Source: Benchmark.pl PL→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 01/24/2017
Rating: Total score: 82%
Source: Log.com.tr TR→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 12/13/2016
Rating: Total score: 88%
Source: Chip Online TR TR→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 11/25/2016
Rating: Total score: 89% price: 89% performance: 89% features: 89% display: 87%
Source: Notebook-Center.ru RU→EN Archive.org version
Positive: Slim size; elegant design; protective glass; nice display. Negative: Short battery life; no backlit keyboard; relatively high price.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 12/15/2016
Source: Geeks.hu HU→EN Archive.org version
Positive: Solid workmanship; nice display; good price. Negative: Weak connection; short battery life.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 01/04/2017
Source: CNews.cz CZ→EN Archive.org version
Positive: Compact size; comfortable keyboard; nice performance; 2 USB-C. Negative: A poor set of ports; no card reader.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 01/03/2017
Source: CNews.cz CZ→EN Archive.org version
Positive: Good price; nice display; great built quality. Negative: Weak connectivity; short battery life.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 01/03/2017
Source: Zive CZ→EN Archive.org version
Positive: Good hardware; nice display; bright screen; elegant design; slim size.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 11/14/2016
Source: PC Online.com.cn zh-CN→EN Archive.org version
Positive: Slim size; lightweight; impressive design.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 11/29/2016
Source: Laptop.bg BU→EN Archive.org version
Positive: Solid workmanship; slim size and lightweight; great touchpad; long battery life; nice display. Negative: No backlit keys.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 06/08/2017
Source: Alt om Data DA→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 06/27/2017
Rating: Total score: 80% price: 70% performance: 70% display: 80% mobility: 80% workmanship: 70%
Source: M3 PC för alla SV→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 11/09/2016
Rating: Total score: 70%
Source: Computerblog.ro →EN Archive.org version
Positive: Elegant design; slim size and lightweight; nice performance; long battery life; good price. Negative: Relatively thick.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 04/28/2017
Source: Arena IT →EN Archive.org version
Positive: Compact size; nice performance; good price.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 03/08/2017
Source: Go4it.ro →EN Archive.org version
Positive: Compact size; solid workmanship; excellent display; decent hardware.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 10/28/2016
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The Acer has indeed shifted away from producing mediocre functional machines to stunning power performers. It is hard not to be swept away by the good looks of the Acer Swift 7. The fact that it won the Good Design Award 2016 comes as no surprise as it is alluring with its matte aluminium exterior and bronze-gold interior. Acer also claims it to be the thinnest laptop (at 9.98 mm), thinner even than the HP Spectre. It is also incredibly lightweight at 1.12 kg (2.48 lb). Its dimensions measure at 1.02 x 32.51 x 22.86 cm (0.4 x 12.8 x 9 inch). Carrying this ultrathin laptop around is a non-issue and it stands as a solid attention grabber. Moreover, comes with the Precision touchpad, which provides ample width for navigation and gesturing control. What the Swift 7 scores in style is not conceded by its substance. It boasts a 13.3-inch (1920 x 1080-pixel resolution) screen, which displays remarkably crisp visuals. Full HD resolution might not sound like much, but thanks to CineCrystal and IPS technology, it gives enough viewing pleasure. Extra protection is provided by a layer of Corning Gorilla Glass. This increases the Swift 7’s damage resistance, which can withstand drops up to 2 times better than devices with other glass.
Specs-wise, it is powered by a 1.20 GHz Intel Core i5 processor, 8 GB of LPDDR3 RAM and a 256 GB SSD. Acer also ensures connectivity on the Swift 7 lives up to its name. With MU-MIMO technology, wireless performance is up to 3 times faster than with the previous 2x2 802.11ac. Two USB 3.1 Type-C ports allow faster data transfers, device charging and display output with one reversible cable. However, most USB 2.0 devices would be rendered almost obsolete on this machine (save with an adapter of course). The omission of a USB 2.0 port appears necessary in order to achieve the ultra-thinness of this laptop. It might come as a surprise, but users should expect to see similar port configurations in future ultra-thin laptops. And it would also be nice to see both Type-C ports capable of supporting Thunderbolt. It is again mind-blowing how the Swift 7 is capable of up to 9 hours of battery life despite such thinness. This surely will appeal those who require the added battery juice for longer productivity. Sound quality is equally impressive as it is boosted with Dolby Audio Premium and Acer TrueHarmony. It comes pre-installed with Windows 10 Home 64-bit. In all, Acer seems to have got it right on all fronts with the Swift 7 as it is leading both in style and substance. All these does come at quite a high price though. However, if price is not an issue, this ultra-thin laptop is the way to go.
Hands-on article by Jagadisa Rajarathnam
Intel HD Graphics 615: Integrated graphics card in some Kaby Lake Y-series processors (4.5 Watt TDP) with 24 EUs (GT2) and no dedicated graphics memory. Clocks with Update to 1050 MHz depending on the CPU Model.
Non demanding games should be playable with these graphics cards.
» Further information can be found in our Comparison of Mobile Graphics Cards and the corresponding Benchmark List.
i5-7Y54: Extremely efficient ULV-SoC (System-on-a-Chip) for tablets and fanless notebooks based on the Kaby Lake architecture. Includes two CPU cores clocked at 1.2-3.2 GHz with Hyper Threading support as well as a graphics adapter and is manufactured in a 14 nm process.» Further information can be found in our Comparison of Mobile Processsors.
13.30":
There are hardly any tablets in this display size range anymore. For subnotebooks, on the other hand, it is the standard format.
The advantage of subnotebooks is that the entire laptop can be small and therefore easily portable. The smaller display also has the advantage of requiring less power, which further improves battery life and thus mobility. The disadvantage is that reading texts is more strenuous on the eyes. High resolutions are more likely to be found in standard laptops.
» To find out how fine a display is, see our DPI List.Acer: In 1976, the company was founded in Taiwan under the name Multitech and was renamed Acer or Acer Group in 1987. The product range includes, for example, laptops, tablets, smartphones, desktops, monitors, TVs and computer peripherals. Since 2007, the group has merged with Gateway Inc. and Packard Bell, which also market their own laptop product lines.
Acer computers are designed for a variety of purposes, including ultrabooks for mobile use, gaming laptops for gamers, affordable options for everyday tasks, and 2-in-1 convertible laptops for versatility. Acer's product portfolio also includes tablets that offer portable computing and multimedia capabilities.
79.28%: This rating is not earth-shattering. This rating must actually be seen as average, since there are about as many devices with worse ratings as better ones. A purchase recommendation can only be seen with a lot of goodwill, unless it is about websites that generally rate strictly.
» Further information can be found in our Notebook Purchase Guide.