Swift 16 Air
Best lightweight laptop for mobile professionals.
<b>It's possible on your Intel AI PC</b> <br> More productive. More creative. More battery life. Swift 16 AI is powered by the latest Intel Core Ultra processor, delivering the speed and responsiveness you need to tackle any task with up to 19.5 hours battery life. From demanding creative projects to seamless multitasking, experience performance that keeps pace with your ambitions. (Battery life of Swift 16 AI (SF16-51T) was measured under specific test settings pursuant to video playback scenarios) <br> <br><b>New AI Superpowers</b> <br> Discover the power of Recall (preview), improved Windows search, and Click to Do (preview) on Copilot+ PCs. Effortlessly locate past content, perform natural searches, and interact with text and images – all while ensuring your data remains private and you stay productive. <br> <br><b>Find the Perfect View</b> <br> A standout 16” 3K OLED touch display, with cinema-grade 100% DCI-P3 color gamut support, brilliant 340 nits peak brightness, and 0.2ms response time, providing a sensational range of lifelike colors and sublime image clarity. – acting as a panoramic playground for entertainment, artistic expression, and engaging AI experiences that dazzle the eye. <br> <br><b>Smart and Effortless AI</b> <br> Intelligent AI solutions are at your fingertips with AcerSense. Effortlessly get answers, streamline settings, optimize your video presence, and elevate communication. Experience intuitive AI that’s easy to use and seamlessly enhances your productivity. Just tap the AcerSense key on the keyboard for instant access! <br> <br><b>Designed to Unfold Your Potential</b> <br> Sleek, stylish, and smart, the Swift 16 AI features an ultra-thin design crafted with premium aluminum that weighs just 3.37 pounds. The laptop opens to a full 180°, perfectly adapting to any work style. A dedicated Copilot key on the backlit keyboard ignites the eye-catching Activity Indicator on the Corning Gorilla Glass touchpad when the AI-powered assistant is activated. <br> <br><b>Better Video Calls Anywhere</b> <br> Acer QuickPanel is designed to be intuitive, it automatically appears when your device detects that your webcam or microphone has been turned on. The 1440p QHD IR webcam and Acer’s AI-enhanced conferencing tools in Acer PurifiedView 2.0 and Acer PurifiedVoice 2.0 work together to ensure you look and sound your best when communicating online. Improve your lighting conditions. Blur the background. Remove noisy distractions. <br> <br><b>Stay Connected, Anywhere</b> <br> Discover the power of Wi-Fi 7, boasting enhanced speeds and multi-link capability for a more reliable and seamless wireless connection. Multi-Link Operation enables devices to simultaneously send and receive data across different frequency bands and channels. <br> <br><b>Comprehensive Protection</b> <br> Safeguard your digital assets with several layers of protection built-in at the hardware and software levels. Biometric security features Windows Hello for login through facial recognition or fingerprint sensor, so only you can access your device. Acer User Sensing technology, detects the user’s presence, automatically locks the screen when the user moves away, wakes up the device when the user returns and automatically dims the screen brightness when you look away. <br> <br><b>Activity Indicator</b> <br> The Swift 16 AI Copilot+ PC features the Activity Indicator on the touchpad. The Activity Indicator illuminates when turning your AI PC on and when NPU has been activated. <br> <br><b>Intel Processor</b> <br> Intel Core Ultra 7 processor 256V - up to 4.8GHz - NPU Performance: Up to 47 TOPS – with Intel AI Boost, GPU Performance: Up to 64 TOPS | Intel ARC 140V Graphics supporting Microsoft DirectX 12.2 with Ray Tracing <br> <br><b>Display</b> <br> Acer CineCrystal 16" Multi-Touch Display with OLED (Organic Light-Emitting Diode) Technology - WQXGA+ 3K (2880 x 1800) | 0.2ms Response Time | High-Brightness (340 nits) | 16:10 aspect ratio | DCI-P3 100% | Certified True Black HDR500 | TUV/Eyesafe 2.0 Certification <br> <br><b>Ports</b> <br> 2 - USB Type-C Ports - supporting USB4 (up to 40 Gbps), Thunderbolt 4 & USB Charging & Power Delivery (Up to 65W) | 2 - USB 3.2 Gen 1 Ports (one featuring power-off charging) | 1 - HDMI 2.1 Port with FRL (Fixed Rate Link) <br> <br>
$869.99
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Owner Satisfaction
4.2
/ 5
Category Rank
2507
/ 3981
#2507 in Laptops
Price vs Category Average
-41%
Below average
Who it's for
- Mobile professionals and students needing a highly portable workstation
- Creatives and media consumers valuing superior visual fidelity
- General users and casual creators seeking reliable daily computing power
Who should skip it
- Tech enthusiasts and long-term users planning extensive upgrades
- Power users with many external devices needing diverse connectivity
- Gamers and professionals running intensive, prolonged computations
What customers say
Customers consistently praise the Swift 16 Air for its remarkably lightweight and sleek design, making it an excellent companion for on the go productivity. Its slim profile and attractive aesthetics receive high marks, contributing to a premium feel without the premium price tag. Users appreciate the vibrant display and comfortable keyboard, enhancing the overall user experience. While performance is generally sufficient for daily tasks, the standout features remain its exceptional portability and elegant appearance, making it a favorite among those prioritizing mobility and style.
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