Even Acer’s affordable Aspire laptops get OLED options and the latest Intel/AMD chips

Acer has announced key updates to its Swift and Aspire models at CES 2026. A full line-up of thin and light but potent laptops were on show in Las Vegas, with a mix of Intel Core Ultra 9 Series 3 and AMD Ryzen AI 400 processors providing the power.

Just like the previous generation, the Acer Aspire range remains an affordable option for students and casual laptop users; the refreshed Swift range offers a little more power and more premium designs; and the Swift Edge models go even slimmer with lightweight alloy builds that should apply to remote workers and on-the-go tech fans.

Affordable Aspire

The Aspire 14 AI and Aspire 16 AI have mostly plastic builds rather than metal, but stay versatile with a 180-degree screen hinge. There are even OLED display options for anyone wanting higher quality visuals, combined with touch and non-touch versions and 120Hz refresh rates.

Power comes from either an Intel Cure Ultra 9 Series 3 processor with Intel graphics, or up to an AMD Ryzen AI 9 465. There’s up to 32GB of RAM and 2TB of storage on Intel models. Fast wireless connectivity comes from Wi-Fi 6e, while there’s a full compliment of Thunderbolt 4, USB and HDMI physical connections too.

The Aspire 14 AI and Aspire 16 AI will be available starting from Q2 2026. Prices are still to be announced.

Largest haptic touchpad – with stylus support

The Acer Swift 16 AI steps things up with an aluminium build which at its thickest measures just 14.85mm – really slim for a 16in machine that can be equipped with up to an Intel Core Ultra X9 with Intel Arc graphics.

It also has a simply huge 16:10 haptic touchpad, measuring 175.5 x 109.7mm. This supports stylus input and gives creatives a lot more space for onscreen interaction. Speaking of which, there’s a 120Hz 3K OLED touch display option that looks stunning, or users can choose a 2K display instead.

That’s not the only option to get that 3K display, however: it’s also on the Acer Swift Edge 16 AI. The Swift Edge models don’t have that trackpad, but push the envelope for light design, while offering military grade protection with a steel-magnesium alloy chassis.

The Swift Edge 14 AI goes even thinner at 13.95mm, and depending on the model can dip under 1kg in weight. That makes for maximum portability, while still offering up to Intel Core Ultra 9 processors and a 2880×1800 OLED display.

Swift Go balances performance and design

Finally, Acer has updated the Swift Go range. This sits between Aspire at the affordable end and the premium Swift models, blending increase value with premium features and portability. That includes a laser-etched aluminium finish, but with performance options up to Intel Core Ultra X9.

The Acer Swift Go is offered in two sizes, with the Acer Swift Go 16 AI catering to those wanting a larger screen and the Acer Swift Go 14 AI for those looking for greater portability. Again these are OLED displays with options for 2K or 3K, touch or non-touch.

All these models have Microsoft’s latest Windows 11 Copilot+ PC features to increase your efficiency and get things done. Great connectivity comes as standard with Thunderbolt 4, USB and HDMI, while the Acer Swift models also benefit from the latest Wi-Fi 7 for even faster and more stable wireless connectivity.

The new models will be available starting from Q1 2026 for the Acer Swift 16 AI with that amazing trackpad. Everything else will be available by Q2 2026, with regional prices still to be confirmed.

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