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expiredBayAreaBrickMan posted Nov 29, 2022 12:30 AM
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expiredBayAreaBrickMan posted Nov 29, 2022 12:30 AM

Acer Swift 3 Laptop (Refurb): i5-1240P, 14" 1080p, 16GB DDR4, 512GB SSD

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Acer via eBay has Acer Swift 3 14" Laptop (Refurbished, SF314-512-52MZ) for $382.49 after 15% in-cart discount. Shipping is free.

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Thanks to community member BayAreaBrickMan for finding this deal.

Specs
  • Intel Core i5-1240P 12-core Processor
  • 14" 1920x1080 IPS Display
  • 16GB LPDDR4X RAM
  • 512GB PCIe Solid State Drive
  • Integrated Intel Iris Xe Graphics
  • Backlit Keyboard
  • Fingerprint Reader
  • Killer AX1675 (2x2/160) Wi-Fi 6E Gig+ and Bluetooth 5.2
  • Windows 11 Home
  • Ports:
    • 2x USB Type-C (Thunderbolt 4 & USB Charging)
    • 1x USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Power-off Charging)
    • 1x USB 3.2 Gen 1
    • 1x HDMI 2.1
  • 56 WHr Battery
  • 2.76 lbs

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Written by johnny_miller | Staff
  • Warranty:
    • Includes 2-year Allstate warranty.
  • Returns:
    • Free 30 day returns.
  • About this deal:

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Acer via eBay has Acer Swift 3 14" Laptop (Refurbished, SF314-512-52MZ) for $382.49 after 15% in-cart discount. Shipping is free.

Note, must add to cart for the sale price.

Thanks to community member BayAreaBrickMan for finding this deal.

Specs
  • Intel Core i5-1240P 12-core Processor
  • 14" 1920x1080 IPS Display
  • 16GB LPDDR4X RAM
  • 512GB PCIe Solid State Drive
  • Integrated Intel Iris Xe Graphics
  • Backlit Keyboard
  • Fingerprint Reader
  • Killer AX1675 (2x2/160) Wi-Fi 6E Gig+ and Bluetooth 5.2
  • Windows 11 Home
  • Ports:
    • 2x USB Type-C (Thunderbolt 4 & USB Charging)
    • 1x USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Power-off Charging)
    • 1x USB 3.2 Gen 1
    • 1x HDMI 2.1
  • 56 WHr Battery
  • 2.76 lbs

Editor's Notes

Written by johnny_miller | Staff
  • Warranty:
    • Includes 2-year Allstate warranty.
  • Returns:
    • Free 30 day returns.
  • About this deal:

Original Post

Written by BayAreaBrickMan

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BayAreaBrickMan
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From first paragraph of Acer Product Page here: https://www.acer.com/us-en/laptop....K0FAA.002
Its an IPS Display; ~300 NITS from various reviews.
1453191819231991
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Note that Acer' Ebay store is a separate entity, Acer would not recognize them as official.

The ebay store is notorious for selling dented, scratched units with mediocre battery. Do not expect pristine condition refurbished units as you would usually get in from manufacturers.

I bought Acer Nitro 5 from them, and the battery turned out to be faulty. It was a little over the return window, they wouldn't honor it. Not to mention the unit was noticeably used and scratched
1MrKale
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Thanks OP - I was kinda peeved about not finding that perfect deal all throughout BF/CM. Then your post alert saved the day! For the solid build quality and specs I'm comfortable with the compromises, especially at under $400. Great find.

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Nov 30, 2022 02:47 AM
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powerslave12rNov 30, 2022 02:47 AM
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Quote from CalmName203 :
This laptop's fan noise sounds like an airplane taking flight. Returned.
Thanks.
Nov 30, 2022 06:12 AM
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TheMexicanNov 30, 2022 06:12 AM
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Posting so I can come back and leave a review. I should be getting it by December 3rd. My use case was that I am in IT but have a personal Macbook Pro (2016). In my current environment the computers at my job run a custom windows 10 image that is locked down sometimes when i need 'extra' tools to fix something I need to use outside resources. Cue me needing a windows laptop.

Also when moonlighting... I dont want to take my personal laptop with my things on it, its awkward when I'm with a client and text messages are popping up on the screen. I wanted to separate my work and personal life. I also could not build a windows 10 bootable USB/Hiren USB or install SSMS on mac. I am very happy with this deal, needed something at least slightly updated to make sure its not obsolete in the next 2 years and I can take it to side jobs. Also the HDMI port WHEW what a life saver when presenting something. Im tired of having to use dongles for everything. whoever said they miss Ethernet ports man, I felt that in my soul.
Last edited by TheMexican November 29, 2022 at 11:21 PM.
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available again with limited quantities
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JilaNov 30, 2022 03:36 PM
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Quote from CalmName203 :
This laptop's fan noise sounds like an airplane taking flight. Returned.
Does the seller take care of return shipping?
Nov 30, 2022 04:02 PM
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roysj88Nov 30, 2022 04:02 PM
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Deal is live again
Nov 30, 2022 04:17 PM
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hottieNov 30, 2022 04:17 PM
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Quote from ku2000 :
Yeah, I just copped the QHD version which was all sold out. I saw an email and bought it right away. They had only 1 in stock. Someone must have cancelled. Anyways. I think this is one of the best deals this BF. Checks so many boxes. Even has TB4.
Which one was the QHD version? Can you please link it ?

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Nov 30, 2022 04:17 PM
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kvjimboNov 30, 2022 04:17 PM
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I found this on the ACER site.

BIOS Update Improves Swift 3 Fan Performance
By Acer-ChantalLast Updated: Nov 2, 2022


https://community.acer.com/en/kb/...erformance
Nov 30, 2022 04:37 PM
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kvjimboNov 30, 2022 04:37 PM
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Quote from harle :
It depends on what you want out of the laptop. I have been searching for a new laptop for my mother in law and this one ticket off all the boxes. It has a decent screen. Good battery life. Keyboard/trackpad seem pretty decent also. Ports are plentiful for a laptop in this price range. Here is one review for the laptop: https://www.digitaltrends.com/com...22-review/. They do a good job of highlighting the pros and cons. The cons seem pretty minor for a laptop that my mother in law will use for light productivity work.
Thanks for the link to the review.
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SociableCreator127Nov 30, 2022 04:44 PM
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Quote from kvjimbo :
Thanks for the link to the review.
That is not a reliable review website and is a different laptop that one comes with 1260p chip and 2k screen but this one posted here has 1240p screen and FullHD.
Last edited by SociableCreator127 November 30, 2022 at 09:47 AM.
Nov 30, 2022 04:54 PM
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SociableCreator127Nov 30, 2022 04:54 PM
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Quote from ku2000 :
Yeah, I just copped the QHD version which was all sold out. I saw an email and bought it right away. They had only 1 in stock. Someone must have cancelled. Anyways. I think this is one of the best deals this BF. Checks so many boxes. Even has TB4.
Yeah I was debating on getting the QHD version or this one. The QHD version has better battery life, better display, better WiFi connection, faster SSD speed, more quieter, and cheaper but this one was tempting because it is more powerful and comes with ubc power adapter instead of that other plug.
Last edited by SociableCreator127 November 30, 2022 at 09:58 AM.
Nov 30, 2022 05:01 PM
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SociableCreator127Nov 30, 2022 05:01 PM
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Quote from powerslave12r :
Thanks.
There has been a BIOS update apparently to make fans quieter and someone mentioned you can lower the watts at the cost of performance though.
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powerslave12rNov 30, 2022 06:19 PM
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Quote from SociableCreator127 :
There has been a BIOS update apparently to make fans quieter and someone mentioned you can lower the watts at the cost of performance though.
If so, that's great, thanks! I wasn't planning on this brand but was curious about the performance of 12th gen in thin n light form factors.
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ku2000Nov 30, 2022 11:57 PM
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Quote from hottie :
Which one was the QHD version? Can you please link it ?
https://www.ebay.com/itm/26515769...81296a0INT

It's sold out. But if you look at it, ebay will send you an email once it's back up. Not sure when though.

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ku2000Dec 01, 2022 12:08 AM
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Quote from SociableCreator127 :
Yeah I was debating on getting the QHD version or this one. The QHD version has better battery life, better display, better WiFi connection, faster SSD speed, more quieter, and cheaper but this one was tempting because it is more powerful and comes with ubc power adapter instead of that other plug.
Yes, I have 2 swift (Swift 1 and Swift X). Their power adapters are horrible. I just use USB C on Swift X now.

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