In a significant stride forward in AI computing, Acer has launched its first Copilot+ PC, the Swift 14 AI, in collaboration with Microsoft and Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. This groundbreaking laptop ushers in a new era of user experiences and AI capabilities on Windows 11, featuring models powered by Snapdragon X Elite and Snapdragon X Plus platforms. Both models boast one of the world’s fastest NPUs for laptops, enabling advanced on-device AI processing to streamline everyday tasks and manage complex workloads efficiently.
“Engineered for AI from the inside out, the Swift 14 AI is the first among many Acer Copilot+ PCs to come,” said Jerry Kao, COO of Acer Inc. “These next-generation AI PCs see significant leaps in AI processing power, unlocking brand new experiences that we know users will love.”
“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,” states Mark Linton, VP of Device Partner Sales, Microsoft Corp.
“The Swift 14 AI is a remarkable device that demonstrates the power, performance and intelligence capabilities of the Snapdragon X Elite platform,” said Kedar Kondap, Senior Vice President & General Manager of Compute & Gaming at Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. “Powered by the world’s fastest NPU for laptops and high-performance CPU cores, the Swift 14 AI delivers groundbreaking AI, enhanced productivity and creativity, making Acer’s new device a game-changer in the world of AI-enabled laptops.”
Snapdragon X Series Platforms: Powering AI PCs
The Snapdragon® X Series processors are designed to be among the most powerful and efficient for Windows devices. The new Acer Swift 14 AI, powered by Snapdragon X Elite, features:
- 12 high-performance CPU cores on a 4nm process node
- Integrated Qualcomm Adreno™ GPU with 3.8 TFLOPS
- Qualcomm Hexagon™ NPU capable of 45 TOPS
- Up to 32 GB LPDDR5X-8533 memory and up to 1 TB NVMe PCIe Gen 4 SSD
These specifications ensure enhanced system performance for multitasking across productivity, creativity, and entertainment without compromising power. The platform also supports numerous premium apps optimized for Arm-compatible architecture.
Innovative AI Features
The Swift 14 AI introduces several AI-driven features:
- Recall: Allows users to find anything on their PC by describing what they remember
- Live Captions with Live Translations: Provides real-time speech captions and translations for videos in 44 languages
- Cocreator: Generates AI images and texts from visual or written prompts
- Auto Super Resolution: Upscales graphics resolution and refresh rates in real-time
- Windows Studio Effects: Enhances lighting and noise cancellation during video calls, with artistic filters available via Quick settings
- Copilot: Accessible through a dedicated key for daily AI assistance
Premium Design and Features Acer Swift 14 AI
The Swift 14 AI features a sleek, Copilot+ PC-exclusive design with an AI icon and an Activity Indicator on the touchpad. The laptop includes a 14.5-inch WQXGA (2560×1600) IPS display with a 120 Hz refresh rate and 100% sRGB color gamut, available in touchscreen options with TÜV Rheinland Eyesafe® Certification 2.0. It also has a 180-degree hinge for flexible use and a 1440p QHD IR webcam with a triple microphone array for AI-enhanced conferencing.
Sustainability and Connectivity
Sustainability is a key focus, with the Swift 14 AI using PCR plastic, 100% recyclable packaging, and achieving EPEAT Gold certification. Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 7 and Bluetooth™ 5.4, providing speeds up to 5.8 Gbps and low latency, along with multiple USB ports for flexibility.
Pricing and Availability Swift 14 AI
The Acer Swift 14 AI (SF14-11) will be available in North America in July starting at USD 1,099 and in EMEA in June starting at EUR 1,499. For more details on availability and pricing, visit Acer’s official website.
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