Apple MacBook Pro 16-inch (2019) vs Acer Swift X 14 AI (SFX14-61G)
The real choice here is the system: the Apple MacBook Pro 16-inch runs macOS and the Acer Swift X 14 AI runs Windows. Beyond that, the Apple MacBook Pro 16-inch lasts longer on a charge and has a bigger screen, while the Acer Swift X 14 AI is faster and is better for gaming.
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Key differences
- Operating system Depends on you
They run different systems: the Apple MacBook Pro 16-inch runs macOS and the Acer Swift X 14 AI runs Windows. Pick the one that runs the apps you rely on.
- Speed Acer Swift X 14 AI wins
The Acer Swift X 14 AI is quicker. Its AMD Ryzen AI 7 350 has the power for photo and video editing, while the Intel Core i7-9750H in the Apple MacBook Pro 16-inch stays smooth with lots of apps and tabs open.
- Gaming Acer Swift X 14 AI wins
The Acer Swift X 14 AI is the one for gaming: its RTX 5060 plays modern games at high settings, while the Apple MacBook Pro 16-inch with its AMD Radeon Pro 5300M only manages light and older games.
- Battery life Apple MacBook Pro 16-inch wins
The Apple MacBook Pro 16-inch should last longer on a charge: it has a 99.8 Wh battery against 76 Wh.
- Screen size Depends on you
The Apple MacBook Pro 16-inch has the bigger screen (16" against 14.5"), while the Acer Swift X 14 AI is more compact.
Which one should you choose?
Choose the Apple MacBook Pro 16-inch if…
- You own an iPhone or prefer a Mac: it runs macOS and works smoothly with Apple devices.
- You work away from a plug: it should last longer on a charge.
- You want more room to work: its 16-inch screen fits two windows side by side.
Choose the Acer Swift X 14 AI if…
- You need Windows programs or want to play PC games: it runs Windows 11, which runs almost anything.
- You edit photos or video, or keep a lot open at once: its AMD Ryzen AI 7 350 is the more powerful processor.
- You play games: its RTX 5060 plays modern games at high settings.
- You want something compact for small bags and train tables: it has a 14.5-inch screen.
Full spec comparison
Add more laptopsThe Acer Swift X 14 AI leads on performance, the screen, ports and wireless and extras; elsewhere the two are closely matched. Highlighted values mark the better spec in each row, and you can hide the rows where they match.
Performance
The Acer Swift X 14 AI is ahead on performance.
It is faster, is better for gaming and has more storage, and the Apple MacBook Pro 16-inch doesn't beat it on anything here.
| Spec | Apple MacBook Pro 16-inch (2019) | Acer Swift X 14 AI (SFX14-61G) |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | Intel Core i7-9750H | AMD Ryzen AI 7 350 |
| Graphics | AMD Radeon Pro 5300M + Intel UHD Graphics 630 | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 Laptop |
| Graphics memory | 4 GB | 8 GB |
| Graphics power (TGP) | — | 90 W |
| AI engine (NPU) | — | 50 TOPS |
| Memory (RAM) | 16 GB | 16 GB |
| Memory type | DDR4-2666 | LPDDR5X-7500 |
| Maximum memory | 16 GB | 16 GB |
| Memory upgrades | Soldered (not upgradeable) | Soldered (not upgradeable) |
| Storage | 512 GB | 1 TB |
| Storage type | SSD | SSD |
| Storage interface | — | PCIe 4.0 NVMe M.2 |
Screen
Each laptop has its strengths on the screen.
The Apple MacBook Pro 16-inch has the bigger screen (16" against 14.5"), while the Acer Swift X 14 AI is more compact. The Apple MacBook Pro 16-inch has a bigger screen and has a brighter screen, while the Acer Swift X 14 AI is more compact, has an OLED screen and has a smoother screen.
| Spec | Apple MacBook Pro 16-inch (2019) | Acer Swift X 14 AI (SFX14-61G) |
|---|---|---|
| Screen size | 16" | 14.5" |
| Resolution | 3K (3072 x 1920) | 3K (2880 x 1800) |
| Aspect ratio | 16:10 | 16:10 |
| Panel | IPS | OLED |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz |
| Brightness | 500 nits | 340 nits |
| Colour range | Wide colour (P3) | 100% DCI-P3 |
| HDR | — | VESA DisplayHDR True Black 500 |
| Touchscreen | No | Yes |
| Pen standard | — | MPP 2.5 (touchpad stylus support) |
Battery and size
Each laptop has its strengths on battery and weight.
The Apple MacBook Pro 16-inch lasts longer on a charge, while the Acer Swift X 14 AI is lighter and is slimmer.
| Spec | Apple MacBook Pro 16-inch (2019) | Acer Swift X 14 AI (SFX14-61G) |
|---|---|---|
| Battery life (maker claim) | — | Up to 11 hours |
| Battery capacity | 99.8 Wh | 76 Wh |
| Charger | 96 W | 100 W |
| Charges via | USB-C | USB-C |
| Weight | 2 kg | 1.57 kg |
| Dimensions | 357.9 x 245.9 x 16.2 mm | 322.4 x 227.4 x 9.76-17.96 mm |
| Materials | — | Aluminium |
| Hinge | — | 180-degree lay-flat |
| Colour | Space Grey | Iron |
| Colours available | Silver, Space Gray | Iron, Titanium Gray |
Ports and wireless
The Acer Swift X 14 AI is ahead on ports and wireless.
It has HDMI and an SD card reader and has Wi-Fi 6E, and the Apple MacBook Pro 16-inch doesn't beat it on anything here.
| Spec | Apple MacBook Pro 16-inch (2019) | Acer Swift X 14 AI (SFX14-61G) |
|---|---|---|
| Ports | 4x Thunderbolt 3 (USB-C; all four charge, DisplayPort, USB 3.1 Gen 2 10Gb/s), 1x 3.5 mm headphone | 2x USB4 Type-C (DisplayPort, charging), 2x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A (one with charging), 1x HDMI 2.1, 1x microSD, 1x 3.5 mm audio |
| Thunderbolt / USB4 | Thunderbolt 3 | USB4 40Gbps |
| External displays (max) | 4 | — |
| Card reader | None | microSD |
| Ethernet | None | None |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 5 | Wi-Fi 6E |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.0 | Bluetooth 5.4 |
| Mobile data | None | — |
Features
The Acer Swift X 14 AI is ahead on extras.
It has Copilot+ AI features and has a sharper webcam, and the Apple MacBook Pro 16-inch doesn't beat it on anything here.
| Spec | Apple MacBook Pro 16-inch (2019) | Acer Swift X 14 AI (SFX14-61G) |
|---|---|---|
| Webcam | 720p FaceTime HD | 1080p + IR |
| Backlit keyboard | Yes | Yes |
| Keyboard | Backlit Magic Keyboard, 65 (US) / 66 (ISO) keys, inverted-T arrows, Touch Bar, ambient light sensor | White backlight, AcerSense key, caps lock and mic-mute indicators |
| Login | Fingerprint | Face |
| Number pad | No | No |
| Touchpad | Force Touch trackpad (pressure-sensing, Force clicks, Multi-Touch) | Multi-gesture haptic touchpad (Corning Gorilla Glass), Microsoft Precision, MPP 2.5 stylus support |
| Speakers | Six-speaker system with force-cancelling woofers, wide stereo, Dolby Atmos playback | 2 speakers, DTS:X Ultra Audio |
| Microphones | Studio-quality three-mic array with directional beamforming | — |
| Pen | No | Included |
| Security | — | Microsoft Pluton (firmware TPM), Kensington lock slot, BIOS user/supervisor passwords |
Software and model
They run different systems, so this comes down to the apps you use.
The Apple MacBook Pro 16-inch is sold renewed (used and refurbished); the Acer Swift X 14 AI is sold new. It is sold new and is newer, and the Apple MacBook Pro 16-inch doesn't beat it on anything here.
| Spec | Apple MacBook Pro 16-inch (2019) | Acer Swift X 14 AI (SFX14-61G) |
|---|---|---|
| Operating system | macOS | Windows 11 Home |
| Model number | — | NX.JA8EK.006 |
| Released | 2019 | 2025 |