Acer Swift Go 14 (2025) vs LG gram Pro 16 (2025): Which Laptop Should You Buy?
Quick Verdict
The LG gram Pro 16 (2025) scores 8.2 versus 8.1 for the Acer Swift Go 14 (2025), making it the stronger all-rounder. The Acer Swift Go 14 (2025) is the cheaper option at $949. Choose based on the use cases below: the gram Pro 16 (2025) leads overall, while the Swift Go 14 (2025) can still be the better pick for specific needs.
Key Differences
- Faster overall: LG gram Pro 16 (2025) (Geekbench multi 10,800 vs 9,900).
- Longer battery: LG gram Pro 16 (2025) (14.6h vs 13.8h web).
- Lighter: LG gram Pro 16 (2025) (1.29 kg vs 1.3 kg).
- Cheaper: Acer Swift Go 14 (2025) (saves about $1,450 CAD).
Swift Go 14 (2025) vs gram Pro 16 (2025): Full Breakdown
Performance: the LG gram Pro 16 (2025) is the stronger performer, posting a multi-core Geekbench score of 10,800 against 9,900 for the Acer Swift Go 14 (2025) — roughly 9% faster in CPU-heavy work like exports and compiling. The LG gram Pro 16 (2025) is the better pick if you game or edit video.
Battery and portability: the LG gram Pro 16 (2025) lasts longer away from a charger, running 14.6 hours in our web-browsing test versus 13.8 hours. The LG gram Pro 16 (2025) is also easier to carry at 1.29 kg versus 1.3 kg, which matters if you commute or travel.
Display: the Acer Swift Go 14 (2025) uses a 14-inch OLED panel (2880 x 1800, 90Hz), while the LG gram Pro 16 (2025) has a 16-inch OLED panel (2880 x 1800, 120Hz). The LG gram Pro 16 (2025) measured brighter at 386 nits, and covered 99% of DCI-P3 — relevant for outdoor use and colour work.
Price and value: the Acer Swift Go 14 (2025) is the cheaper option in Canada, about $1,450 less than the LG gram Pro 16 (2025). Weighed against our test scores (8.1 vs 8.2 overall), the Acer Swift Go 14 (2025) offers the better value for the money, while the LG gram Pro 16 (2025) is the stronger laptop outright if budget is not the deciding factor.
For the complete testing data, read our full Acer Swift Go 14 (2025) review and LG gram Pro 16 (2025) review.
Where these laptops rank
Both the Swift Go 14 (2025) and the gram Pro 16 (2025) feature in these BestLaptop.ca rankings:
Winner by Use Case
Specs & Scores Comparison
| Spec | Swift Go 14 (2025) | gram Pro 16 (2025) |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 8.1 | 8.2 ✓ |
| Price (CAD) | $949 ✓ | $2,399 |
| CPU | Intel Core Ultra 5 226V | Intel Core Ultra 7 258V |
| GPU | Intel Arc 130V (integrated) | Intel Arc 140V (integrated) |
| RAM | 16GB LPDDR5x | 16GB LPDDR5x |
| Storage | 512GB | 1000GB ✓ |
| Display | 14" OLED | 16" OLED |
| Brightness | 372 nits | 386 nits ✓ |
| Battery (web) | 13.8 h | 14.6 h ✓ |
| Weight | 1.3 kg | 1.29 kg ✓ |
| Geekbench multi | 9,900 | 10,800 ✓ |
| Gaming (1080p) | 28 fps | 28 fps |
| OS | Windows 11 | Windows 11 |
| Warranty | 1-year limited | 1-year limited |
Which Should You Buy?
The LG gram Pro 16 (2025) scores 8.2 versus 8.1 for the Acer Swift Go 14 (2025), making it the stronger all-rounder. The Acer Swift Go 14 (2025) is the cheaper option at $949. Choose based on the use cases below: the gram Pro 16 (2025) leads overall, while the Swift Go 14 (2025) can still be the better pick for specific needs.
Frequently Asked Questions
Should I buy the Swift Go 14 (2025) or the gram Pro 16 (2025)?
The LG gram Pro 16 (2025) scores 8.2 versus 8.1 for the Acer Swift Go 14 (2025), making it the stronger all-rounder. The Acer Swift Go 14 (2025) is the cheaper option at $949. Choose based on the use cases below: the gram Pro 16 (2025) leads overall, while the Swift Go 14 (2025) can still be the better pick for specific needs.
Which is better for school?
The Acer Swift Go 14 (2025) is the better choice for school.
Which is better for business?
The LG gram Pro 16 (2025) is the better choice for business.
Which is better for gaming?
The LG gram Pro 16 (2025) is the better choice for gaming.
Which is better for multimedia?
The LG gram Pro 16 (2025) is the better choice for multimedia.
Which is better for programming?
The LG gram Pro 16 (2025) is the better choice for programming.
Which is better for travel?
The LG gram Pro 16 (2025) is the better choice for travel.
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