Acer enters India’s AI laptop market with the Swift Neo, a compact device combining premium features and midrange pricing designed for students, professionals, and content creators. The new laptop balances performance capabilities with affordability, joining the growing selection of AI-enhanced computers becoming available to Indian consumers.
The big picture: Acer has launched the Swift Neo AI laptop in India starting at ₹61,990 ($740), positioning it as an accessible premium option for productivity-focused users.
- The laptop is available exclusively through Flipkart in a single Rose Gold color option.
- With its aluminum chassis and ultra-light 1.2-gram weight, Acer is targeting both style-conscious and mobile-oriented customers.
Key specs: The Swift Neo features a 14-inch WUXGA OLED display with professional-grade color reproduction capabilities.
- The display supports 92% NTSC and 100% sRGB color ranges, making it suitable for content creation work.
- It includes Microsoft Copilot integration with a dedicated key and Intel AI Boost for handling on-device AI tasks.
Technical details: The laptop combines premium hardware features with practical design elements for everyday use.
- It incorporates a one-hand open hinge design and 1080p FHD webcam for improved usability and video conferencing.
- The Swift Neo offers dual USB-C ports and Wi-Fi 6 support for modern connectivity needs.
- Battery life extends to 8.5 hours, addressing the needs of mobile users who require all-day productivity.
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