Dell XPS 16 9640 vs Acer Swift Go 14 (2025): Which Laptop Should You Buy?
Quick Verdict
The Acer Swift Go 14 (2025) scores 8.1 versus 7.8 for the Dell XPS 16 9640, 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 Swift Go 14 (2025) leads overall, while the XPS 16 9640 can still be the better pick for specific needs.
Key Differences
- Faster overall: Dell XPS 16 9640 (Geekbench multi 13,400 vs 9,900).
- Longer battery: Acer Swift Go 14 (2025) (13.8h vs 9h web).
- Lighter: Acer Swift Go 14 (2025) (1.3 kg vs 2.1 kg).
- Cheaper: Acer Swift Go 14 (2025) (saves about $2,250 CAD).
XPS 16 9640 vs Swift Go 14 (2025): Full Breakdown
Performance: the Dell XPS 16 9640 is the stronger performer, posting a multi-core Geekbench score of 13,400 against 9,900 for the Acer Swift Go 14 (2025) — roughly 35% faster in CPU-heavy work like exports and compiling. In our 1080p gaming suite, the Dell XPS 16 9640 averaged 78 FPS versus 28 FPS. The Dell XPS 16 9640 is the better pick if you game or edit video.
Battery and portability: the Acer Swift Go 14 (2025) lasts longer away from a charger, running 13.8 hours in our web-browsing test versus 9 hours. The Acer Swift Go 14 (2025) is also easier to carry at 1.3 kg versus 2.1 kg, which matters if you commute or travel.
Display: the Dell XPS 16 9640 uses a 16.3-inch OLED panel (3840 x 2400, 90Hz), while the Acer Swift Go 14 (2025) has a 14-inch OLED panel (2880 x 1800, 90Hz). The Dell XPS 16 9640 measured brighter at 408 nits, and covered 100% 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 $2,250 less than the Dell XPS 16 9640. Weighed against our test scores (7.8 vs 8.1 overall), the Acer Swift Go 14 (2025) offers the better value for the money, while the Acer Swift Go 14 (2025) is the stronger laptop outright if budget is not the deciding factor.
For the complete testing data, read our full Dell XPS 16 9640 review and Acer Swift Go 14 (2025) review.
Where these laptops rank
Both the XPS 16 9640 and the Swift Go 14 (2025) feature in these BestLaptop.ca rankings:
Winner by Use Case
Specs & Scores Comparison
| Spec | XPS 16 9640 | Swift Go 14 (2025) |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 7.8 | 8.1 ✓ |
| Price (CAD) | $3,199 | $949 ✓ |
| CPU | Intel Core Ultra 9 185H | Intel Core Ultra 5 226V |
| GPU | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 (60W) | Intel Arc 130V (integrated) |
| RAM | 32GB LPDDR5x ✓ | 16GB LPDDR5x |
| Storage | 1000GB ✓ | 512GB |
| Display | 16.3" OLED | 14" OLED |
| Brightness | 408 nits ✓ | 372 nits |
| Battery (web) | 9 h | 13.8 h ✓ |
| Weight | 2.1 kg | 1.3 kg ✓ |
| Geekbench multi | 13,400 ✓ | 9,900 |
| Gaming (1080p) | 78 fps ✓ | 28 fps |
| OS | Windows 11 | Windows 11 |
| Warranty | 1-year limited (onsite available) | 1-year limited |
Which Should You Buy?
The Acer Swift Go 14 (2025) scores 8.1 versus 7.8 for the Dell XPS 16 9640, 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 Swift Go 14 (2025) leads overall, while the XPS 16 9640 can still be the better pick for specific needs.
Frequently Asked Questions
Should I buy the XPS 16 9640 or the Swift Go 14 (2025)?
The Acer Swift Go 14 (2025) scores 8.1 versus 7.8 for the Dell XPS 16 9640, 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 Swift Go 14 (2025) leads overall, while the XPS 16 9640 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 Acer Swift Go 14 (2025) is the better choice for business.
Which is better for gaming?
The Dell XPS 16 9640 is the better choice for gaming.
Which is better for multimedia?
The Dell XPS 16 9640 is the better choice for multimedia.
Which is better for programming?
The Dell XPS 16 9640 is the better choice for programming.
Which is better for travel?
The Acer Swift Go 14 (2025) is the better choice for travel.
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