Acer unveils Swift Pro laptop with AI capabilities in India, starting at Rs 79,999

Designed for professionals, creators and entrepreneurs, the new laptop combines Intel Core Ultra processors, Intel Arc Graphics, up to 32GB memory, a lightweight 1.2kg metal chassis and up to 10.5 hours of battery life.

Acer has launched its new Swift Pro laptop in India, positioning the device as a premium thin-and-light offering for professionals, creators, entrepreneurs and users seeking a combination of portability and performance. The laptop was unveiled at the Next@Acer India event held in Delhi on August 10.

Built around Acer’s campaign theme, “Unbox Your True Potential,” the Swift Pro is designed to cater to users who increasingly move between professional tasks, creative projects, learning and entrepreneurial activities. The company has focused on combining a lightweight design with performance, connectivity and AI-enabled features.

Performance and display

The Swift Pro is powered by Intel Core Ultra 5 and Ultra 7 H-series processors, targeting demanding productivity workloads, content creation, multitasking and AI-assisted applications. The laptop comes with Intel Arc Graphics to support multimedia and creative workloads.

The device features a 14-inch WUXGA display with a 16:10 aspect ratio and narrow bezels. Acer will also offer an optional WUXGA OLED panel with brightness of up to 400 nits for users seeking an enhanced visual experience.

The laptop can be configured with up to 32GB of LPDDR5 memory and up to 1TB of PCIe NVMe SSD storage. For video calls, it includes a Full HD webcam with a privacy shutter, while Wi-Fi 6 and Bluetooth 5.2 provide wireless connectivity.

Commenting on the launch, Sudhir Goel, Chief Business Officer, Acer India, said, "At Acer, we believe technology should enable people to unlock their full potential and pursue bigger ambitions with confidence. The Swift Pro has been created for professionals, creators, entrepreneurs, and innovators who are constantly building, creating, and achieving more."

Lightweight design and AI features

Acer has equipped the Swift Pro with a fingerprint reader integrated into the power button, a backlit keyboard and a 180-degree hinge. Connectivity options include USB Type-C, HDMI 2.0, USB Type-A and a MicroSD card reader, allowing users to connect a range of peripherals and accessories.

The laptop is housed in a metal chassis and weighs approximately 1.2kg. It packs a 52Wh battery that the company says can provide up to 10.5 hours of usage. The Swift Pro will be offered in Dark Blue and Light Blue colour options.

The device also incorporates AI capabilities enabled by Intel Core Ultra processors and Microsoft Copilot integration. These features are designed to assist users with everyday tasks, productivity, content creation and collaboration.

Price and availability

The Acer Swift Pro starts at Rs 79,999 in India. It will be available through Croma, Reliance, Vijay Sales, Amazon, as well as Acer’s exclusive online and offline stores.