Acer has taken the wraps off its latest innovation, the Swift 14 AI — the first Copilot+ PC developed in collaboration with Microsoft and Qualcomm Technologies. This marks a significant leap forward in integrating AI capabilities into Windows 11, promising users a revolutionary experience with enhanced productivity and groundbreaking features.
The Swift 14 AI boasts multiple configurations powered by either the Snapdragon X Elite or Snapdragon X Plus platforms. Both options come equipped with one of the world’s fastest NPUs for laptops, enabling exceptional on-device AI processing. This translates to smarter PC functions, allowing users to streamline everyday tasks and tackle demanding workloads with greater ease.
“Engineered for AI from the inside out, the Swift 14 AI is the first among many Acer Copilot+ PCs to come. These next-generation AI PCs see significant leaps in AI processing power, unlocking brand new experiences that we know users will love,” according to Jerry Kao, COO, Acer Inc.
The Snapdragon X Series processors are specifically designed for AI, offering unparalleled power, intelligence, and efficiency within the Windows ecosystem. The top-of-the-line Acer Swift 14 AI, powered by the Snapdragon X Elite, features 12 high-performance CPU cores, an integrated Qualcomm Adreno GPU delivering 3.8 TFLOPS, and a Qualcomm Hexagon NPU capable of a staggering 45 TOPS. To further enhance system performance, the device can be configured with up to 32GB of LPDDR5X memory and a spacious 1TB NVMe PCIe Gen 4 SSD, ensuring smooth operation even while handling heavy multitasking across various applications, creative tools, and immersive entertainment.
The Swift 14 AI isn’t just about raw processing power; it’s about harnessing the potential of AI to transform the way we interact with our computers. With the innovative Recall feature, users can effortlessly locate anything they’ve seen on their PC by simply describing what they remember. In addition, the explorable timeline allows for easy navigation through past activities, enabling users to quickly revisit previously used apps, documents, or messages.
“It’s exciting to collaborate with Acer to bring AI technology to its Windows PC range of devices from sleek ultrabooks to powerful gaming rigs. Our collaboration has been crucial in delivering productive and secure PCs that cater to a broad spectrum of customers while also balancing style and performance with affordability, making technology accessible to a wider audience while also focusing on sustainability. With Acer’s launch of its Copilot+ PC, the Swift 14 AI laptop, we will bring new AI experiences to life for customers, taking advantage of on-device and cloud AI to empower individuals and organizations to achieve more,” said Mark Linton, VP Device Partner Sales, Microsoft Corp.
For enhanced communication and content consumption, Live Captions provides automatic speech captions and real-time translations for videos in 44 languages. Unleashing creativity is also easier than ever with Cocreator, which allows users to generate AI-powered images and text based on visual or written prompts directly on the device. Gamers will appreciate Auto Super Resolution, which intelligently upscales graphics resolution and frame rates in real time, delivering stunning visuals without sacrificing performance.
The Swift 14 AI doesn’t forget about video conferencing either. Windows Studio Effects automatically improves lighting conditions and removes unwanted background noise, ensuring users always look and sound their best during calls. It even offers three artistic filters accessible via Quick settings, allowing for a touch of personalization during video chats. And for those who need a helping hand, Copilot, the everyday AI companion, is just a single key press away.
The Swift 14 AI’s design reflects its cutting-edge capabilities. With a sleek, thin-and-light chassis and a unique AI icon on the cover, it exudes a modern and sophisticated look. The Copilot+ PC exclusivity is further emphasized by an Activity Indicator on the touchpad that illuminates when the device or Copilot is activated.
The 14.5-inch WQXGA (2560×1600) IPS display boasts a 120Hz refresh rate and 100% sRGB color gamut support, ensuring a vibrant and smooth viewing experience. The touchscreen option provides added versatility, while the TÜV Rheinland Eyesafe® Certification 2.0 helps minimize eye strain from harmful blue light emissions without compromising color accuracy. The 180-degree hinge allows for multiple usage modes and effortless one-handed opening.
For crystal-clear video calls, the Swift 14 AI features a 1440p QHD IR webcam with a triple microphone array and a privacy shutter. These components work seamlessly with Acer’s suite of AI-powered conferencing tools in Acer PurifiedView™ 2.0 and Acer PurifiedVoice™ 2.0, ensuring users are always seen and heard clearly. Additionally, Acer QuickPanel provides intuitive calibration options whenever the webcam or microphone is activated.
Staying true to Acer’s commitment to sustainability, the Swift 14 AI utilizes PCR plastic in its construction and is shipped with 100% recyclable packaging. The device has also earned the EPEAT Gold certification, signifying its compliance with the highest environmental standards.
The Swift 14 AI stays ahead of the curve with Wi-Fi 7 and Bluetooth 5.4 connectivity, offering blazing-fast speeds of up to 5.8 Gbps and minimal network latency. For added flexibility, the device comes equipped with a generous selection of ports, including two USB Type-C ports and two USB 3.2 Type-A ports.
The Acer Swift 14 AI’s pricing and launch schedule vary depending on the region. Visit the official Acer website for the latest information on availability and specifications in your area.