Acer Swift Go 14 (2024) vs Samsung Galaxy Book4 15"
The Verdict
Both laptops deliver solid value at their respective price points, but they target different priorities. The Acer Swift Go 14 stands out with its stunning 14-inch OLED display offering 2560 x 1600 resolution and 500 nits brightness, paired with a newer Intel Core Ultra 5 125H processor featuring 14 cores for snappier multitasking. Its 1.32 kg weight makes it genuinely portable. The Samsung Galaxy Book4 15 wins on screen real estate with a 15.6-inch display and undercuts the Acer by $50, but its 1920 x 1080 IPS panel feels dated and the heavier 1.56 kg chassis diminishes portability. The Galaxy Book4 uses last-generation Intel silicon (10-core Core i7-1355U) and delivers slower performance overall. Battery life matches at 10 hours for both, though the Acer's superior display efficiency may yield better real-world longevity. Storage is identical at 512 GB. Connectivity slightly favors the Acer with two Thunderbolt ports versus one USB-C on Samsung. Choose the Swift Go 14 if you prioritize performance, display quality, and portability; select the Galaxy Book4 15 if you need maximum screen space and are on a tighter budget, accepting lower performance and outdated specs.
Who Should Buy
Buy the Acer Swift Go 14 (2024) if…
- →OLED display at $799 is exceptional value with vivid colors
- →Intel Core Ultra with NPU for AI-accelerated workloads
- →Lightweight at 1.32 kg for easy portability
Buy the Samsung Galaxy Book4 15" if…
- →Lightweight at 3.44 lbs with an aluminum build for the price
- →Full-HD display is sufficient for everyday productivity
- →Samsung ecosystem features like Quick Share and Phone Link
Category Scores
Pros & Cons
Acer Swift Go 14 (2024)
Pros
- OLED display at $799 is exceptional value with vivid colors
- Intel Core Ultra with NPU for AI-accelerated workloads
- Lightweight at 1.32 kg for easy portability
- Thunderbolt 4 ports for fast peripherals and displays
- 90Hz refresh rate is smoother than typical 60Hz panels
Cons
- OLED panel reduces battery life compared to IPS option
- Speakers are average quality for the price
- No discrete GPU for gaming or GPU-intensive tasks
- Fan can be audible during heavy workloads
- Soldered RAM cannot be upgraded
Samsung Galaxy Book4 15"
Pros
- Lightweight at 3.44 lbs with an aluminum build for the price
- Full-HD display is sufficient for everyday productivity
- Samsung ecosystem features like Quick Share and Phone Link
- 10-hour battery life handles a full school or work day
- HDMI port included — avoids dongles for presentations
Cons
- 60Hz FHD display is unremarkable at the $749 price point
- Only one USB-C and one USB-A port is limiting
- Soldered RAM and SSD — zero upgradeability
- No Thunderbolt or high-speed USB-C
- Integrated graphics only — no discrete GPU option
Full Specifications
| Spec | Acer Swift Go 14 (2024) | Samsung Galaxy Book4 15" |
|---|---|---|
| Software | Windows 11 Home | Windows 11 Home |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 1.32 kg | 3.44 lbs (1.56 kg) |
| Material | Aluminum | Aluminum |
| Dimensions | 313 x 215 x 14.9 mm | 14.00 x 8.93 x 0.61 inches |
| Ports | ||
| HDMI | 1 | |
| USB-A ports | 1 | 1 |
| Thunderbolt ports | 2 | — |
| Headphone Jack | — | |
| USB-C ports | — | 1 |
| SD card | — | |
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | Up to 10 hours | Up to 10 hours |
| Capacity | 65 Wh | 54 Wh |
| Display | ||
| Size | 14 inches | 15.6 inches |
| Type | OLED | IPS anti-glare |
| Resolution | 2560 x 1600 | 1920 x 1080 |
| Refresh rate | 90Hz | 60Hz |
| Brightness (nits) | 500 | 300 |
| Storage | ||
| SSD | 512 GB PCIe Gen 4 NVMe | 512 GB PCIe Gen 4 NVMe |
| Expandable storage | ||
| Keyboard | ||
| Backlit | ||
| Processor | ||
| RAM | 16 GB LPDDR5x | 16 GB LPDDR5 |
| Cores | 14-core (4P + 8E + 2 LP-E) | 10 cores (2P + 8E) |
| Chipset | Intel Core Ultra 5 125H | Intel Core i7-1355U (13th Gen) |
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