Acer's refreshed laptops may be the most versatile devices I've seen at CES 2025

Today at CES, Acer announced a handful of updated laptops across its flagship Swift, Swift Go, and Vero lines, including new all-in-one desktop computers and additional Copilot+ PCs. 

Also: This Thunderbolt 4 cable alternative offers the same speed and longer sizes for 40% less

It’s broadening its offering of Copilot+ PCs, introducing an Intel device (the Acer Aspire 14 AI) and an AMD device (the Acer Swift Go 16 and 14 AI). Both feature updated external designs and come with sleeker, more lightweight form factors and additional OLED display options — all in the mid-range price point to round out Acer’s accessible product portfolio. Here’s a summary of what was announced. 

Acer Swift Go 14 and 16 

The Swift Go 14- and 16-inch with Intel’s Series 2 Core Ultra 9 processor brings a new level of performance to the lineup, matched with an Intel Arc GPU and the improved battery performance we’ve seen from the processor family. Additionally, Acer upped the ante with 3K OLED displays and support for Wi-Fi 7.

The Swift Go 14 will be available in North America in May, starting at $899, while the Swift Go 16 won’t be coming until April, and will start at $1,299. 

Acer Aspire Vero 16

Acer’s Vero line remains one of the most outwardly eco-conscious laptops on the market, and I was impressed with its commitment to sustainability when I went hands on with last year’s version. The materials used in the laptop’s construction (70% post-consumer recycled plastic and oyster shell material) are unique in the industry, and it’s more than a start.

Also: How I turned the Starlink Mini into an almost perfect off-grid internet solution

This year, it’s powered by an Intel Core Ultra 200H series processor and a modest suite of hardware, yielding an accessible device for the everyday user interested in the sustainability message. It will support Wi-Fi 7, and feature two Thunderbolt 4 ports as new additions. 

Acer Swift Go 14 and 16 AI

Acer’s AI-ready Copilot+ versions of the Swift Go 14 and 16 will be imbued with AMD’s Ryzen AI 300 Series (Ryzen 7 350 or Ryzen 7 340) processors for up to 50 NPU TOPS. On the GPU side, they’ll come with AMD’s latest Radeon 800M graphics card, opening up workflows for creatives such as photo and video editing.

Also: The best laptops of 2025: Expert tested and reviewed

These models have also been upgraded with 3K OLED displays and a slim-and-sleek form factor featuring some geometric designs on the lid that I can’t help but compare to Asus’ Zenbook products. They do look good, however, and the brilliant displays with AMD’s chips make a versatile mid-range device.

The 16-inch version will be available in April, starting at $949, while the 14-inch version will come out in May, starting at $899. 

Acer Aspire 14 AI laptop

Acer’s second new Copilot+ PC comes as a more affordable option, with Intel’s Series 2 Core Ultra processor and either a 14-inch 16:10 OLED option or WUXGA touch-enabled panel. Under the hood, it’s running up to 32GB of RAM, Thunderbolt 4 ports, and an HDMI 2.1 port, which can support up to an 8K monitor. 

Also: McAfee’s new AI tool detects email and text scams before you fall for them

Weighing 3.09 pounds, this is Acer’s lightweight mid-range laptop for the AI-ready student or professional user. Its form factor also comes with a 180-degree hinge so it can lay completely flat. It will be available in North America in February, starting at $799.

Acer Wave D7 Wi-Fi Dongle

This cool gadget provides Wi-Fi 7 speeds of up to 2,880 Mbps (6 GHz) with throughput across all bands (2.4, 5, and 6 GHz) and both USB Type-A and Type-C connectors for a plug-and-play installation.

We’ll have to go hands-on to test out its functionality further but it looks like a very cool idea that could have some useful applications. Acer says it will be available in North America starting in Q1 2025 for $79. 

Acer Aspire S24 AI All-in-One

Acer’s new all-in-one offerings include the Aspire S AI AiO lineup, a minimalist, all-white device that comes in a variety of configurations, including one with a 26-inch display available in both Full HD and QHD resolutions.

Also: Intel’s next-gen Core Ultra chips could set a new high standard for mobile computing in 2025 

What’s notable about these is that it’s powered by the Intel Core Ultra Series 2 processors with up to 48 NPU TOPS and an integrated Intel Arc GPU. Availability and pricing for these models are not yet available.

Acer Aspire C24/C27 AI AIO

On the other side of the aisle, Acer’s C24 AI all-in-one features a 23.8-inch or 27-inch display with up to QHD (2560×1440) resolution and 180Hz refresh rate. Under the hood, the C24 lineup is powered by AMD’s Ryzen AI 300 Series processor with an NPU providing up to 50 TOPS and up to 64GB of RAM.

It also comes with an AMD Radeon 800M graphics card to bring a gaming and entertainment dimension to the device. No availability or pricing details yet for these products.