Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 Gen 1 (21D5) vs. Acer Swift X 16 (SFX16)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 Gen 1 (21D5) and Acer Swift X 16 (SFX16). With our comprehensive overview, you can simply compare dimensions, performance, storage, functions, but also other key features of both laptops and easily decide which one is the right choice for you. Our goal is to help you identify the main differences between products and find the laptop that best fits your needs and expectations.

Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 Gen 1 (21D5) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 Gen 1 (21D5) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

excellent keyboard feel

powerful AMD processor

high-resolution display

good battery life

heavier than competitors

expensive base model

limited color options

noisy under load

Acer Swift X 16 (SFX16) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Acer Swift X 16 (SFX16) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful amd processor

crisp 16-inch display

lightweight design

efficient thermal management

solid build quality

average battery life

no sd card slot

limited port selection

higher price range

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 Gen 1 (21D5) and Acer Swift X 16 (SFX16)
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85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
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86 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
84 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 Gen 1 (21D5) vs. Acer Swift X 16 (SFX16) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 Gen 1 (21D5) Acer Swift X 16 (SFX16)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.44 cm x 23.74 cm x 1.58 cm 35.6 cm x 24.917 cm x 2.083 cm
Weight 1.94 kg 2.1 kg
Case Material Aluminium (top), aluminium (bottom) Anodised aluminium
Colour Black (bottom), arctic grey (top) Steel grey
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 Gen 1 (21D5) Acer Swift X 16 (SFX16)
Screen Size (Type) 16" OLED 16" OLED
Touchscreen Yes (10-point multi-touch) -
Screen Resolution 3840 x 2400 (WQUXGA) 3200 x 2000 (WQXGA+)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 120 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:10 16:10
Image Brightness 500 cd/m² 400 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 100% DCI-P3 100% DCI-P3
Features Anti-reflective, One Glass Solution, anti-smudge, Low Blue Light technology, Dolby Vision, 175° viewing angle, 92.3% screen-to-body ratio Glare, CineCrystal, Eyesafe technology, 1 ms response rate, HDR 500 True Black, VESA DisplayHDR 500
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 Gen 1 (21D5) Acer Swift X 16 (SFX16)
CPU AMD Ryzen 7 Pro 6850H / 3.2 GHz AMD Ryzen 7 7840HS / 3.8 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.7 GHz 5.1 GHz
Number of Cores 8-core 8-core
Cache L3 - 16 MB L3 - 16 MB
Features Integrated memory controller -
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 Gen 1 (21D5) Acer Swift X 16 (SFX16)
RAM 32 GB (provided memory is soldered) 16 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type LPDDR5 SDRAM LPDDR5 SDRAM
Speed 6400 MHz -
Rated Speed 6400 MHz -
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 Gen 1 (21D5) Acer Swift X 16 (SFX16)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 1.024 TB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption - Western Digital 1.024 TB SSD M.2 2280 - Micron
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 Gen 1 (21D5) Acer Swift X 16 (SFX16)
Graphics Processor (GPU) AMD Radeon 680M NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4050
Max Monitors Supported 3 external monitor(s) -
Video Memory - 6 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Camera Yes - 1080p Yes - Full HD
Camera Features Windows Hello, fixed focus, e-camera shutter, hybrid FHD/IR camera Temporal Noise Reduction, Acer PurifiedView
Video Resolutions - 1080p
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, two microphones
Codec Realtek ALC3306 -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Atmos -
Audio Features Input: Dolby Voice, 360° far-field Input: AI noise reduction
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 Gen 1 (21D5) Acer Swift X 16 (SFX16)
Wireless Bluetooth 5.1, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E) Bluetooth, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E)
Wireless Controller Qualcomm NFA725A -
Features - Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 Gen 1 (21D5) Acer Swift X 16 (SFX16)
Technology 4-cell lithium polymer -
Battery Capacity (Size) 72 Wh 76 Wh
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 Gen 1 (21D5) Acer Swift X 16 (SFX16)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) -
Output 135 Watt, 5 / 9 / 15 / 20 V 135 Watt, 19.5 V, 6.92 A
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 Gen 1 (21D5) Acer Swift X 16 (SFX16)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls, glass touchpad Multi-gesture touch pad, precision touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 Gen 1 (21D5) Acer Swift X 16 (SFX16)
Interfaces USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort 1.4a Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
2 x USB4 (supports DisplayPort 1.4a Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
HDMI
2 x USB4/DisplayPort (DC-In combo, Power Delivery)
USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (with power off charging)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader Yes (SD Card, SDXC UHS-II Card) Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 Gen 1 (21D5) Acer Swift X 16 (SFX16)
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Pro Windows 11 Home
Software Included - NVIDIA Studio drivers
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 Gen 1 (21D5) Acer Swift X 16 (SFX16)
Included Accessories USB-C slim power adapter Power adapter
Security Discrete Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip with Microsoft Pluton, fingerprint reader Fingerprint reader
Security Slot Type Kensington nano security slot Kensington security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features Administrator password, system password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810H tested, self-healing BIOS, NVMe password, certificate based BIOS authentication, FIDO (Fast Identity Online) authentication Administrator password, system password, Acer Purified.Voice technology, Acer TwinAir cooling technology
Compliant Standards RoHS, TUV Rheinland Low Blue Light Certification, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3, TCG Certified, TCO Certified 9.0 -
SAR Value - 2 W/kg (limb), 2 W/kg (body), 2 W/kg (head)
Max Operating Temperature 35 °C -
Min Operating Temperature 5 °C -
Humidity Range Operating 8 - 95% -
Manufacturer Warranty - Limited warranty - 1 year - carry-in
International travellers warranty - 1 year
Model Number - 61G
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