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Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
A full side-by-side comparison of reference models Spin SP111-31 and Swift 3 SF314-52 within the same category.
Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
| Specification | Spin SP111-31 | Swift 3 SF314-52 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Not for sale | Not for sale |
| General | ||
| Brand | Acer | Acer |
| Product Family | Spin | Swift |
| Model | Spin SP111-31 | Swift 3 SF314-52 |
| Model Number | — | SF314-52 |
| Launch Year | 2017 year | 2018 year |
| Form Factor | 2-in-1 Convertible | Clamshell |
| Laptop Category | 2-in-1 | Premium / Ultraportable |
| Operating System | Windows 10 | Windows 10 |
| Operating System Architecture | 64-bit | 64-bit |
| Processor | ||
| Processor Manufacturer | Intel | Intel |
| Processor Family | Intel Celeron | Intel Core i5 |
| Processor Model | Intel Celeron Dual Core N3350 2.0GHz | Intel Core i5 8250U 1.6GHz |
| Processor Generation | Apollo Lake | 8th Gen |
| CPU Architecture | x86-64 | x86-64 |
| CPU Process Node | 14 nm | 14 nm |
| CPU Cores | 2 cores | 4 cores |
| Efficiency Cores | 0 cores | 0 cores |
| CPU Threads | 2 threads | 8 threads |
| CPU Base Clock | 2 GHz | 1.6 GHz |
| CPU Max Boost Clock | 2.4 GHz | 3.4 GHz |
| L2 Cache | 2 MB | — |
| L3 Cache | — | 6 MB |
| Processor Base Power | 6 W | 15 W |
| AI / NPU | ||
| Platform AI Performance | 0 TOPS | 0 TOPS |
| Graphics | ||
| Graphics Type | Integrated | Integrated |
| GPU Manufacturer | Intel | Intel |
| GPU Model | Intel HD Graphics 500 | Intel UHD Graphics 620 |
| VRAM Capacity | 0 GB | 0 GB |
| VRAM Type | Shared system memory | Shared system memory |
| GPU TGP | 0 W | 0 W |
| Maximum External Displays | 2 displays | 2 displays |
| Maximum External Resolution | 3840 x 2160 @ 30 Hz | 3840 x 2160 @ 30 Hz |
| Memory | ||
| Installed Memory | 4 GB | 8 GB |
| Maximum Memory | 8 GB | 20 GB |
| Memory Type | DDR3L SDRAM | DDR4 SDRAM |
| Memory Speed | 1600 MT/s | 2133 MT/s |
| Memory Form Factor | SO-DIMM | Onboard + SO-DIMM |
| Memory Slots | 1 slots | 1 slots |
| Memory Slots Used | 1 slots | 1 slots |
| Memory Upgradeable | Yes | Yes |
| Memory Channels | Single-channel | Dual-channel |
| Storage | ||
| Primary Storage Type | Flash Storage | SSD |
| Storage Capacity | 32 GB | 256 GB |
| Storage Interface | eMMC | SATA 6 Gb/s |
| Storage Form Factor | Onboard | M.2 2280 |
| Installed Storage Drives | 1 drives | 1 drives |
| Maximum Storage Drives | 1 drives | 1 drives |
| M.2 Storage Slots | 0 slots | 1 slots |
| Card Reader | Yes | Yes |
| Card Reader Formats | microSD; microSDHC; microSDXC | SD; SDHC; SDXC |
| Card Reader Standard | microSDXC | — |
| Display | ||
| Display Size | 11.6 inch | 14 inch |
| Display Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1080 |
| Resolution Class | FHD | FHD |
| Display Technology | IPS LCD | IPS LCD |
| Panel Type | IPS | IPS |
| Touchscreen | Yes | — |
| Refresh Rate | 60 Hz | 60 Hz |
| Display Brightness | 300 nits | — |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 | 16:9 |
| Display Finish | Glossy | Anti-glare |
| Adaptive Sync Technology | — | — |
| Camera & Biometrics | ||
| Webcam Resolution | 720p HD | 720p HD |
| Webcam Frame Rate | 30 fps | 30 fps |
| Fingerprint Reader | — | Yes |
| Fingerprint Reader Location | — | Touchpad |
| Camera Features | Fixed-focus RGB webcam | Fixed-focus RGB webcam |
| Audio | ||
| Speaker Configuration | Stereo speakers | Stereo speakers |
| Audio Technology | Acer TrueHarmony | Acer TrueHarmony |
| Microphone Configuration | Integrated microphone | Dual-array microphone |
| Audio Jack | Yes | Yes |
| Keyboard & Input | ||
| Keyboard Type | Compact keyboard | Compact keyboard |
| Keyboard Backlight | — | Yes |
| Touchpad Type | Multi-touch touchpad | Multi-touch touchpad |
| Wireless & Networking | ||
| Wi-Fi Standard | Wi-Fi 5 | Wi-Fi 5 |
| Wi-Fi IEEE Standard | IEEE 802.11ac | IEEE 802.11ac |
| Wi-Fi Bands | 2.4 GHz; 5 GHz | 2.4 GHz; 5 GHz |
| Wi-Fi Spatial Streams | 1x1 | 2x2 |
| Wi-Fi Module | Qualcomm Atheros QCA9377 | — |
| Bluetooth Version | Bluetooth 4.1 | Bluetooth 4.1 |
| WWAN | — | — |
| Ports & Expansion | ||
| USB Type-A Port Count | 3 ports | 2 ports |
| USB Type-A Specifications | 1x USB 3.0; 2x USB 2.0 | USB 3.0; USB 2.0 |
| USB Type-C Port Count | 0 ports | 1 ports |
| USB Type-C Specifications | — | USB 3.1 Gen 1 |
| USB4 Port Count | 0 ports | 0 ports |
| Thunderbolt Port Count | 0 ports | 0 ports |
| HDMI Port Count | 1 ports | 1 ports |
| RJ-45 Port Count | 0 ports | 0 ports |
| 3.5 mm Audio Combo Port Count | 1 ports | 1 ports |
| SD Card Slot Count | — | 1 ports |
| microSD Card Slot Count | 1 ports | — |
| Smart Card Reader | — | — |
| Security Lock Slot | Yes | Yes |
| Internal PCIe Slots | — | — |
| Battery & Power | ||
| Battery Capacity | 48 Wh | 48 Wh |
| Battery Cells | 4 cells | 4 cells |
| Battery Chemistry | Lithium-ion | Lithium-ion |
| Battery Life | 9 hours | 10 hours |
| Power Adapter | 45 W | 45 W |
| Power Connector | Barrel connector | Barrel connector |
| Dimensions & Build | ||
| Width | 298 mm | 338 mm |
| Depth | 210 mm | 234 mm |
| Thickness | 20.3 mm | 17.9 mm |
| Weight | 1.25 kg | 1.6 kg |
| Chassis Material | Plastic | Aluminum |
| Hinge Opening Angle | 360 degree | 180 degree |
| IP Rating | Not rated | Not rated |
| Security & Manageability | ||
| TPM | Firmware TPM | Firmware TPM 2.0 |
| BIOS / UEFI Password Support | Yes | Yes |
| Drive Password Support | Yes | Yes |
| Secure Boot | Yes | Yes |
| Enterprise Manageability | — | — |
| Smart Card Support | — | — |
| BIOS Recovery / Self-Healing | Standard BIOS recovery | Standard BIOS recovery |
| Sensors | ||
| Accelerometer | Yes | — |
| Gyroscope | Yes | — |
| Hall Sensor | Yes | Yes |
| Certifications & Sustainability | ||
| RoHS Compliance | Yes | Yes |
| Environment & Warranty | ||
| Operating Temperature | 5–35 °C °C | 5–35 °C °C |
| Operating Humidity | 20–80% RH, non-condensing % RH | 20–80% RH, non-condensing % RH |
| Storage Temperature | -20–60 °C °C | -20–60 °C °C |
| Warranty | 1 years | 1 years |
| Warranty Type | Limited warranty | Limited warranty |
Spin SP111-31 and Swift 3 SF314-52 share specifications such as Display Resolution (1920 x 1080), Brand (Acer), Operating System (Windows 10), Operating System Architecture (64-bit).
The main differences: Processor Model (Spin SP111-31: Intel Celeron Dual Core N3350 2.0GHz, Swift 3 SF314-52: Intel Core i5 8250U 1.6GHz); GPU Model (Spin SP111-31: Intel HD Graphics 500, Swift 3 SF314-52: Intel UHD Graphics 620); Installed Memory (Spin SP111-31: 4 GB, Swift 3 SF314-52: 8 GB); Storage Capacity (Spin SP111-31: 32 GB, Swift 3 SF314-52: 256 GB).
Spin SP111-31 may suit users who need its differing values, while Swift 3 SF314-52 benefits those who need its paired strengths. Review the specs table above before deciding.
