Acer Swift Go 14 (2024) vs Samsung Galaxy Book4 360
The Verdict
Acer Swift Go 14 delivers exceptional value at $799, featuring a stunning 14-inch OLED display with 2560 x 1600 resolution and 500 nits brightness that far exceeds the Galaxy Book4's 1920 x 1080 FHD+ panel. The Core Ultra 5 125H processor handles everyday tasks smoothly, paired with 16GB LPDDR5x RAM and 512GB storage. Battery life reaches 10 hours, sufficient for a workday. Samsung Galaxy Book4 360 commands a $550 premium, primarily for its 2-in-1 convertible design, larger 15.6-inch screen with 120Hz refresh rate, and the more powerful Core Ultra 7 155H with 16 cores versus the Acer's 14-core configuration. Its 14-hour battery life edges ahead, and the extra USB-A port adds practical connectivity. However, the FHD+ resolution on a 15.6-inch screen delivers noticeably lower pixel density than the Swift Go's crisp OLED display. Portability favors the Acer at 1.32kg compared to Samsung's 1.65kg. For professionals needing convertible functionality and maximum processing power, the Galaxy Book4 justifies its cost. General users prioritizing display quality and portability should choose the Acer Swift Go 14, which offers superior everyday performance at a significantly lower price point.
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 360 if…
- →Versatile 360-degree 2-in-1 design with touch AMOLED
- →Samsung S Pen stylus supported for note-taking
- →Excellent Samsung Galaxy ecosystem integration
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 360
Pros
- Versatile 360-degree 2-in-1 design with touch AMOLED
- Samsung S Pen stylus supported for note-taking
- Excellent Samsung Galaxy ecosystem integration
- Good 14-hour battery life for a convertible
- Sleek aluminum build at reasonable weight
Cons
- FHD+ resolution looks soft on a 15.6-inch screen
- No SD card reader
- RAM and SSD soldered — no upgrade path
- Hinge adds weight vs. a comparable clamshell
- No discrete GPU option
Full Specifications
| Spec | Acer Swift Go 14 (2024) | Samsung Galaxy Book4 360 |
|---|---|---|
| Software | Windows 11 Home | Windows 11 Home |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 1.32 kg | 1.65 kg |
| Material | Aluminum | Aluminum |
| Dimensions | 313 x 215 x 14.9 mm | 356.3 x 229.0 x 14.9 mm |
| Ports | ||
| HDMI | 1 | 1 |
| USB-A ports | 1 | 2 |
| Thunderbolt ports | 2 | 2 |
| Headphone Jack | — | |
| USB-C ports | — | 1 |
| SD card | — | |
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | Up to 10 hours | Up to 14 hours mixed use |
| Capacity | 65 Wh | 68 Wh |
| Display | ||
| Size | 14 inches | 15.6 inches |
| Type | OLED | FHD+ Dynamic AMOLED 2X touch 2-in-1 |
| Resolution | 2560 x 1600 | 1920 x 1080 |
| Refresh rate | 90Hz | 120Hz |
| Brightness (nits) | 500 | 400 |
| Storage | ||
| SSD | 512 GB PCIe Gen 4 NVMe | 512 GB NVMe |
| Expandable storage | ||
| Keyboard | ||
| Backlit | ||
| Touch Bar | — | |
| Processor | ||
| RAM | 16 GB LPDDR5x | 16 GB LPDDR5x |
| Cores | 14-core (4P + 8E + 2 LP-E) | 16-core (6P+8E+2LPE) |
| Chipset | Intel Core Ultra 5 125H | Intel Core Ultra 7 155H |
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This comparison is based on verified manufacturer specifications covering display, performance, camera, battery, and build quality. Scores are generated by analyzing specs across weighted categories on a 10-point scale. Learn more about our methodology.
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