If you’re in the market for a great 14-inch laptop, the Swift X 14 and the MacBook Pro 14 should be on your shortlist. Both laptops have a lot to offer, but they also have some key differences.
The Swift X 14 is a Windows laptop that starts at $1,400. It has a 14.5-inch 2.8K OLED display, an Intel Core Ultra 7 155H chipset, 16GB of RAM, and a 1TB SSD. The high-end model, which we reviewed, is $1,700 and has 32GB of RAM and an RTX 4070 GPU.
The MacBook Pro 14 is a macOS laptop that starts at $1,599. It has a 14.2-inch mini-LED display, an M3 8-core CPU/10-core GPU M3 chipset, 8GB of RAM, and a 512GB SSD. The high-end model, which we also reviewed, is $2,599 and has 36GB of RAM and a 1TB SSD.
So, which laptop is right for you? Here’s a breakdown of the key differences between the Swift X 14 and the MacBook Pro 14:
Design
The Swift X 14 is a well-built laptop, but the MacBook Pro 14 has a better build quality. The MacBook Pro 14 is made from a CNC machine chunk of aluminum, which makes it incredibly solid and durable. The Swift X 14 is also made from aluminum, but it’s not as sturdy as the MacBook Pro 14.
Display
The Swift X 14 has a 14.5-inch 2.8K OLED display, while the MacBook Pro 14 has a 14.2-inch mini-LED display. Both displays are sharp and vibrant, but the MacBook Pro 14’s display is brighter and has a higher resolution.
Performance
The Swift X 14 is powered by an Intel Core Ultra 7 155H chipset, while the MacBook Pro 14 is powered by an M3 8-core CPU/10-core GPU M3 chipset. The M3 chip is more powerful than the Intel chip, so the MacBook Pro 14 has a better performance.
Battery life
The Swift X 14 has a battery life of up to 7.25 hours, while the MacBook Pro 14 has a battery life of up to 17 hours. The MacBook Pro 14 has a much better battery life than the Swift X 14.
Price
The Swift X 14 starts at $1,400, while the MacBook Pro 14 starts at $1,599. The MacBook Pro 14 is more expensive than the Swift X 14, but it also has a better build quality, performance, and battery life.
Conclusion
The Swift X 14 is a great value for the price, but the MacBook Pro 14 is the better choice if you have the money to spend. The MacBook Pro 14 has a better build quality, performance, battery life, and display. However, the Swift X 14 is a great option if you’re on a budget.
