Acer expands its range with new Copilot PCs: Swift Go AI ultraportables and Aspire notebooks and desktops

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A wide range of Copilot PCs from Acer, including both notebooks and desktop PCs, equipped with the latest processors with integrated NPUs that deliver the performance needed to run demanding AI workloads.

In a nutshell:

– The new Swift Go 16 AI and Swift Go 14 AI notebooks, PC Copilot [1]feature
an all-new anodized aluminum design with a double-arrow pattern on the top chassis; the new range offers the latest AI capabilities powered by the new AMD Ryzen™ AI 300 Series processors and comes in two display options: OLED or IPS touch.

– The new Aspire 14 AI notebook is designed for simplicity and is powered by Intel® Core™ Ultra (Series 2) processors, bringing together all the essentials associated with long battery life and an attractive price.

– The latest Aspire S AI and Aspire C AI all-in-one (AIO) PCs are elegant and space-saving for the home with a more distinctive, minimalist design.

– The new Acer Box Revo AI mini PC, which offers the essentials of computing power in a compact 0.75-liter chassis without compromising on performance with Intel® Core™ Ultra (Series 2) processors.

Las Vegas, January 6, 2025 – Acer today announces the expansion of its Copilot PC offering to its entire range of notebooks and desktop PCs. These include the Swift Go 14 AI and Swift Go 16 AI ultraportables, Aspire 14 AI notebooks, Aspire S AI and Aspire C AI all-in-one (AIO) PCs, and the powerful Revo Box AI mini-PC. All these new products are equipped with the latest processors featuring neural processing units (NPUs) optimized for AI workloads.

“As consumers become increasingly interested in AI and improving and optimizing their day-to-day work, they are looking for Copilot PCs that are more varied in format and design to suit their uses and spaces,” says James Lin, General Manager, Notebooks, Acer Inc.” Our extended Copilot PC ecosystem responds to this desire with ergonomic PCs featuring slim design and integrating the latest generation of AI processors to make this technology (AI) even more accessible.”.

“We are delighted to welcome the new generation of stationary PCs featuring Copilot to our stationary PC product portfolio, combining powerful performance with advanced AI technology in versatile PC designs,” said Marc Ho, Senior Director, Stationary Computing Business, Acer Inc.” Our goal is to help users achieve and realize more with our products featuring the latest AI innovations.”.

“The enrichment of Acer’s Copilot PC range enables AI to be integrated into a wider range of computers responding to customers’ increasingly diverse needs. With AI at their core, Copilot PCs unlock new features that promote productivity and creativity making them more accessible to all. These new Copilot PCs from Acer make it easier to upgrade as we approach the end of Windows 10 support,” said Mark Linton, vice president of device sales to Microsoft partners.

The new Acer Copilot PCs harness the power of AI to boost productivity and creativity. The Swift Go 16 AI and Swift Go 14 AI laptops and Aspire C AI AIO PCs are powered by AMD Ryzen™ AI 300 Series processors offering ultimate AI capabilities that dramatically improve performance for mobile professionals. The Aspire S AI and Revo Box AI feature Intel® Core™ Ultra (Series 2) processors, effectively reducing users’ workloads.

Acer Swift Go 16 AI and Swift Go 14 AI Copilot PCs – Lightweight notebooks with an excellent performance/price ratio

Acer’s new Swift Go AI lightweight notebooks showcase the latest technologies for professionals and students, meeting their demands for high productivity on the move and on a budget. The Swift Go 16 AI (SFG16-61/T) and Swift Go 14 AI (SFG14-64/T) feature the new AMD Ryzen AI 300 Series processors with “Zen 5” architecture using up to 8 high-performance cores and 16 threads clocked at up to 5.0 GHz. In addition, the processor features AMD XDNA™ 2 NPU architecture delivering up to 50 TOPS and the latest AMD Radeon™ 800M graphics card for enhanced streaming and editing among other features. The new Swift Go AI laptops can operate efficiently all day long, with a battery life of 24:30 hours in video playback[2] and AI features such as Acer PurifiedVoice™ 2.0 and Acer UserSensing™ 2.0.

Acer Swift Go 16 (SFG16-72)

Acer Swift Go 14 (SFG14-73)

In addition to AI performance, the new Swift Go AI range boasts a new anodized aluminum design with an original two-arrow motif that complements the distinctive AI icon on the top chassis. The refined, high-end design of these notebooks is enhanced by an OLED display with up to 3K resolution – on the 16-inch Swift Go 16 AI and the 14-inch Swift Go 14 AI. The OLED display offers vivid, lifelike visuals with refresh rates of 120 Hz and are DisplayHDR™ TrueBlack 500 and Eyesafe 2.0 certified. What’s more, IPS touch display functionality is available on both ranges for customers seeking intuitive, multi-touch operation. The new Swift Go AI notebooks also incorporate a 1440p QHD IR camera supported by DTS X: Ultra and a 3-microphone array that guarantees top-quality sound and images during online conferences.

Acer Aspire 14 AI notebook – All-day power and autonomy

Designed for a full day of activities, including classes, homework and more, the Acer Aspire 14 AI (A14-52M/A14-52MT) offers up to 22 hours of video playback. It features Intel Core Ultra (Series 2) processors and an integrated NPU to accelerate AI-related workloads. The 180-degree hinge allows the screen to be laid flat, facilitating collaborative working, and transport thanks to its lightweight design weighing just 1.4 kg. Its sturdy aluminum chassis is offered with a 14-inch 16:10 OLED screen or a WUXGA touchscreen[1]. The ultra-thin screen contour further optimizes the display area.

The Aspire 14 AI comes with up to 32GB of LPDDR5X memory, two Thunderbolt™ 4 TypeC ports and HDMI 2.1, which can support an 8K monitor. Wi-Fi 6E offers fast internet connectivity, while Bluetooth 5.3 delivers better audio quality and longer battery life on new Bluetooth® LE Audio devices. The Aspire 14 AI is EPEAT® Gold certified. Its eco-responsible design includes a chassis incorporating post-consumer recycled (PCR) materials, an adapter with 50% PCR materials, while its packaging is 100% recyclable.

Acer Swift X 14 (SFX14-72G)

The AI features integrated into the Acer Swift Go AI and
Aspire 14 AI

The new Aspire 14 AI, Swift Go 14 AI and Swift Go 16 AI notebook ranges feature the AcerSense app, accessible via the dedicated AcerSense button, which lets you select system usage mode, check performance and battery status, as well as the Acer Experience Zone, home to Acer’s suite of AI features. For example, the laptops incorporate Acer PurifiedVoice™ 2.0[2]which amplifies clear sound during video conferencing by eliminating ambient noise. Acer PurifiedView™ 2.0 enhances image rendering during video calls with features such as gaze correction, lighting adjustment and background blur.

What’s more, the Aspire 14 AI includes Acer Assist, a personalized knowledge base that works without an internet connection. Swift Go AI laptops also feature Acer User Sensing™ 2.0, which uses the built-in proximity sensor to protect on-screen data by locking the device when its user walks away.

Acer Aspire S AI: ultra-slim elegance

Featuring an elegant white, minimalist design, the Acer Aspire S AI All-in-One PCs raise the level of style in home computing. The series includes the Aspire S24 AI (S24-AGLNL/S24ATLNL) with a 23.8″ Full HD 120 Hz screen and the Aspire S27 AI (S27-A-ELNL/S27-A-TLML/ULNL) with a 27″ screen available in Full HD and QHD (2560×1440). Both models feature a touchscreen. The flexible design offers a multitude of viewing angles, with a tilt range from -3 to 25 degrees. Equipped with Intel Core Ultra (Series 2) processors with up to 48 NPU TOPS and integrated Intel Arc™ graphics, these fixed PCs offer powerful performance and smooth multitasking. The 2 MP Windows Hello RGB-IR camera enables fast, secure login via facial recognition, and a privacy cache
protects data. The new All-in-One PCs support the latest Bluetooth 5.4 and Wi-Fi 7 standards for fast, reliable wireless connectivity. A variety of ports, including HDMI 2.0, two USB 3.2, two USB 2.0 and USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C, ensure versatile connectivity options. Aspire S AI desktops are equipped with two 3-watt speakers and come with a wireless keyboard with full-size layout and concave keys for intuitive typing. Equipped with a 1600 dpi optical sensor, the mouse guarantees smooth, precise tracking.

Acer Aspire C AI: power and elegance

The Acer Aspire C24 AI (C24B-GKRK-C24B-GSTX) andAspire C27 AI (C27B-GKRK/C27B-GSTX) are ideal solutions for those looking for an elegant all-in-one PC offering superb visuals in a slim, attractive chassis. The 23.8″ and 27″ displays, with QHD (2560×1440) resolution and a fast 180 Hz refresh rate, deliver immersive entertainment. To effortlessly handle demanding tasks, both models are equipped with up to 64 GB DDR5 memory, up to 1 TB PCIe M.2 SSD and an AMD Radeon 800M graphics card. They feature an AMD Ryzen AI 300 Series processor with an NPU providing up to 50 TOPS. Adjustable screen tilt from
-5° to 20° for optimum viewing comfort. The 5-megapixel webcam with privacy cache guarantees crystal-clear video calls and privacy protection. A wide variety of ports are offered – DisplayPort, USB 2.0 Type-C and HDMI, while Wi-Fi 6 and Bluetooth 5.2 offer seamless wireless connectivity.

Acer Revo Box AI: the flexibility of a mini PC

The Acer Revo Box AI (RB102-LNL) is designed for people looking for a compact, powerful PC. This 0.75-liter mini PC weighs just 500 grams. Its flexible design allows it to be placed flat or upright. Despite its compact size, the Revo Box AI is powerful. Intel Core Ultra (Series 2) processors give it impressive performance for everyday tasks and entertainment. Combined with Intel Arc™ Graphics and up to 32GB of LPDDR5X memory, it deftly handles demanding applications and multitasking. Its up to 1TB hard disk offers ample storage space for apps, documents and media. An integrated fingerprint reader ensures fast, secure access to the system. Numerous ports, including DisplayPort, HDMI 2.1, a USB 4 Type-C port and two 2.5G ethernet ports, offer flexible connectivity choices. What’s more, Wi-Fi 7 guarantees fast, reliable wireless internet. The Revo Box AI also comes with a wireless Elite 19 mouse and keyboard, promoting precise input and comfortable typing.

New desktop PCs with Acer Intelligence Space

The new Aspire S AI, Aspire C AI and Revo Box AI are equipped with Acer Intelligence Space, a central hub that automatically detects hardware and provides the appropriate AI tools to optimize performance, generate images and enhance gameplay. This hub includes Acer Creator Space to quickly develop AI images from text and images, and Acer Desktop Utilities[3] to automatically adjust CPU performance according to activity.

New Copilot PCs integrate practical AI features

The new Copilot PCs are the fastest, smartest and safest Windows PCs ever designed. Featuring a chip running at over 40 TOPS, Copilot PCs are capable of running the latest artificial intelligence tools to optimize productivity and creativity[1]. It’s a whole new way of using a PC, with experiences such as Recall (Preview), which makes it quick and easy to find content, including text and images; Cocreator in Paint for drawing pictures using text and images; Live Captions for real-time translation of video calls, videos and movies; and Windows Studio Effects for making the most of video conferences with lighting adjustment, face framing, art filters and much more.

Recommended retail price and availability dates

– Acer Swift Go 14 AI (SFG14-64/T) will be available in the Benelux region in April from
1249.00 euros.

– Acer Swift Go 16 AI (SFG16-61/T) will be available in the Benelux region in April from
1299.00 euros.

– Acer Aspire 14 AI (A14-52M/A14-52MT) will be available in the Benelux region in March from
from 999.00 euros.

– Acer Aspire S24 AI (S24A-GLNL) will be available in the Benelux region in April from
1099.00 euros.

– Acer Aspire S27 AI (S27A-ELNL) will be available in the Benelux region in April from
1199.00 euros.

– Acer Aspire C24 AI (C24B-GKRK) will be available in the Benelux region in April from
999.00 euros.

– Acer Aspire C27 AI (C27B-GKRK) will be available in the Benelux region in April from
1099.00 euros.

– Acer Revo Box AI (RB102-LNL) au will be available in the Benelux region in April from
899.00 euros.