Acer Switch 5 (SW512-52P) vs. ASUS VivoBook 14 (X412DA)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Acer Switch 5 (SW512-52P) and ASUS VivoBook 14 (X412DA). Compare sizes, performance, storage capacities, batteries and other important specifications and features to easily choose the right laptop for you. Our goal is to help you uncover differences between the products and find the laptop that will best fit your needs.

Acer Switch 5 (SW512-52P) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Acer Switch 5 (SW512-52P) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

versatile detachable design

sharp ips display

solid build quality

active stylus included

adequate processor performance

moderate battery life

limited port selection

no thunderbolt support

higher price point

ASUS VivoBook 14 (X412DA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS VivoBook 14 (X412DA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

compact lightweight design

affordable price point

solid state drive included

decent processor performance

full hd display

average battery life

limited graphics capability

no backlit keyboard

minimal port variety

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Acer Switch 5 (SW512-52P) and ASUS VivoBook 14 (X412DA)
85 % - Design
85 % - Display
72 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
82 % - Design
72 % - Display
65 % - Performance
72 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Acer Switch 5 (SW512-52P) vs. ASUS VivoBook 14 (X412DA) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Acer Switch 5 (SW512-52P) ASUS VivoBook 14 (X412DA)
Product Type Tablet - with detachable keyboard Ultrabook
Dimensions (WxDxH) - 32.2 cm x 21.2 cm x 1.99 cm
Dimensions (WxDxH) - tablet 29.29 cm x 20.18 cm x 0.96 cm -
Dimensions (WxDxH) / Weight Details 29.29 cm x 20.18 cm x 0.96 cm / 920 g - tablet
29.29 cm x 20.18 cm x 1.2 cm / 1.27 kg - tablet with keyboard
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Weight 920 g 1.5 kg
Case Material Anodised aluminium -
Colour Grey Transparent silver
DISPLAY Acer Switch 5 (SW512-52P) ASUS VivoBook 14 (X412DA)
Screen Size (Type) 12" - IPS 14"
Touchscreen Yes (10-point multi-touch) -
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 2160 x 1440 (Full HD Plus) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 3:2 16:9
Image Brightness 350 cd/m² 220 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 45% NTSC
Windows Ink Capability Yes -
Features Glare, CineCrystal, Mercury free, Wide Viewing Angle Anti-glare, NanoEdge display
PROCESSOR Acer Switch 5 (SW512-52P) ASUS VivoBook 14 (X412DA)
CPU Intel Core i5 (7th Gen) 7200U / 2.5 GHz AMD Ryzen 3 3200U / 2.6 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.1 GHz 3.5 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core Dual-Core
Cache 3 MB 4 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 -
MEMORY Acer Switch 5 (SW512-52P) ASUS VivoBook 14 (X412DA)
RAM 4 GB (provided memory is soldered) 4 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported - 12 GB
RAM Type LPDDR3 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed - 2400 MHz
Rated Speed - 2400 MHz
Form Factor - SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty - 1
Empty Slots - 1
STORAGE Acer Switch 5 (SW512-52P) ASUS VivoBook 14 (X412DA)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 128 GB SSD - Kingston 128 GB SSD M.2 SATA 6Gb/s
AUDIO & VIDEO Acer Switch 5 (SW512-52P) ASUS VivoBook 14 (X412DA)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel HD Graphics 620 AMD Radeon Vega 3
Memory Allocation Technology Shared Video Memory (UMA) -
Camera Yes - 2592 x 1944 (rear), 1600 x 1200 (front) Yes - HD
Resolution 5 Megapixel (rear), 2 Megapixel (front) -
Camera Features Wide angle lens, 1080p Full HD movie recording, 720p HD movie recording, Windows Hello -
Video Resolutions 720p, 1080p -
Sound Stereo speakers, microphone Stereo speakers, microphone
Audio Features - ASUS SonicMaster
COMMUNICATIONS Acer Switch 5 (SW512-52P) ASUS VivoBook 14 (X412DA)
Wireless Bluetooth 4.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1
BATTERY Acer Switch 5 (SW512-52P) ASUS VivoBook 14 (X412DA)
Technology 2-cell Lithium Ion 2-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 37 Wh 37 Wh
Battery Life Up to 10.5 hours -
AC ADAPTER Acer Switch 5 (SW512-52P) ASUS VivoBook 14 (X412DA)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt, 19 V 45 Watt, 19 V, 2.37 A
INPUT Acer Switch 5 (SW512-52P) ASUS VivoBook 14 (X412DA)
Type Digitizer, touchpad, digital pen, detachable keyboard Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight Yes -
Features Volume control, multi-gesture touch pad, Acer FineTip keyboard, precision touchpad Chiclet keyboard
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Acer Switch 5 (SW512-52P) ASUS VivoBook 14 (X412DA)
Interfaces USB-C
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.0
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB 2.0
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1
HDMI
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD, microSDXC) Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE Acer Switch 5 (SW512-52P) ASUS VivoBook 14 (X412DA)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition Windows 10 Home
MISCELLANEOUS Acer Switch 5 (SW512-52P) ASUS VivoBook 14 (X412DA)
Included Accessories Power adapter, keyboard, Acer Active Pen, USB-C to HDMI adapter Power adapter
Integrated Options Ambient light sensor, digital compass, gyro sensor -
Security Fingerprint reader Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip
Features Integrated stylus holder, LiquidLoop, auto-retracting kickstand ASUS Battery Health charging technology, ErgoLift
Compliant Standards - UL, BSMI, CB, CCC, FCC
SAR Value - 0.306 W/kg (body), 0.306 W/kg (limb)
ENERGY STAR Certified - Yes
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year - carry-in
International travellers warranty - 1 year
Limited warranty - 2 years - pick-up and return
Model Number 58ZQ EK012T
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