Based on your preference for a less expensive option, the Acer Aspire 3 14 might be a more suitable choice, especially if the lower cost is a significant factor for you. However, it's also important to consider the overall value you get for your money. The Jumper 14" Laptop offers more RAM, which could improve multitasking and general performance, despite its lower storage capacity compared to the Acer Aspire 3. Both laptops have similar screen sizes and resolutions for your viewing experience. Keep in mind that the specific processor and graphic capabilities will influence performance for tasks like gaming, 3D work, or engineering software, so if those are important for your use, the Acer with an AMD Ryzen 5 may have an edge over the Jumper's Intel Celeron in terms of processing power. Battery capacity can influence portability and how long you can use the device unplugged, but this detail may be more or less important depending on your typical usage pattern. Additionally, each laptop's weight and dimensions will affect portability, with the Jumper 14" being slightly lighter and thinner than the Acer Aspire 3 14. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Acer Aspire 3 14
Good for general use
Good for software development
Good for content creation
Advantages of the Jumper 14" Laptop
The Jumper 14" Laptop has no clear advantages over the Acer Aspire 3 14.
Key differences
General Use
7.0/10
5.9/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
250.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
220.0 nits
9.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
7.0 Hours
6.2/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.0/10
8.3/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.8/10
The Acer Aspire 3 14 is good for general use, while the Jumper 14" Laptop is poor.
The Acer Aspire 3 14 offers sufficient RAM and a capable AMD Ryzen CPU for smooth multitasking in regular tasks, along with a solid-state drive for quick data access and better screen brightness for clear visibility. In contrast, the Jumper 14" Laptop provides more RAM which may benefit heavy browser usage and multitasking despite its less powerful Intel Celeron processor, but compromises on storage capacity and has a less vibrant screen.
Content Creation
7.2/10
6.1/10
4.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.4/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
8.0 GB
RAM
12.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Acer Aspire 3 14 is good for content creation, while the Jumper 14" Laptop is only fair.
PerfectRec’s Content Creation Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for photo editing, video editing and other content creation tasks.
Software Development
7.1/10
6.2/10
4.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.4/10
8.0 GB
RAM
12.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
6.2/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.0/10
The Acer Aspire 3 14 is good for software development, while the Jumper 14" Laptop is only fair.
PerfectRec’s Software Development Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for software developers.
Screen Quality
6.1/10
6.1/10
14.0in
SIZE
14.0in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
250.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
220.0 nits
The Acer Aspire 3 14 has a better screen than the Jumper 14" Laptop for software development, and content creation.
For general use, both the Acer Aspire 3 14 and the Jumper 14" Laptop offer screen quality that is adequate, with resolutions and brightness levels that suffice for everyday tasks like browsing and video streaming. In the realm of engineering and design, their displays fall short in delivering the wide color gamuts necessary for precise color work, lacking in areas like DCI-P3 and Adobe RGB coverage crucial for professional-grade visual accuracy. Gamers and those using 3D applications will find the screens limiting due to their lower refresh rates, which do not support the smooth visuals required for fast-paced gaming or fluid 3D rendering.
Battery
9.5 Hours
7.0 Hours
The Acer Aspire 3 14 has 9.5 hours of battery life. The Jumper 14" Laptop has 7 hours of battery life.
Battery life estimate is based on a mix of common use patterns. More portable and higher performing laptops tend to have less battery life.
Portability
Very Good
Very Good
14.0in
SIZE
14.0in
3.0 lbs
WEIGHT
2.7 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.6in
The Jumper 14" Laptop and Acer Aspire 3 14 both have very good portability, though the Jumper 14" Laptop has somewhat better portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
6.2/10
5.1/10
The Acer Aspire 3 14 has only fair build quality, while the Jumper 14" Laptop has poor build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$434
$247
$100
$200
$300
$400
$500
$600
$700
The Acer Aspire 3 14 has a price of $434 and the Jumper 14" Laptop costs $247.
The Acer Aspire 3 14 and Jumper 14" Laptop are both poor for gaming and AI.
The Acer Aspire 3 14 offers modest gaming and 3D capabilities primarily due to its AMD Radeon 610M GPU, which provides better graphics performance compared to the Jumper 14" Laptop's Intel UHD Graphics 600. Both have similar screen refresh rates and screen resolutions, but the Acer's GPU and somewhat more robust processor give it an edge for these tasks over the Jumper, whose CPU and lower-tier GPU are less suited for demanding visual content.
Engineering and Design
6.1/10
5.8/10
4.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.4/10
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.5/10
8.0 GB
RAM
12.0 GB
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Acer Aspire 3 14 to be only fair for engineering and design, while the Jumper 14" Laptop is poor.
The Acer Aspire 3 14, equipped with a more powerful AMD Ryzen processor and Radeon GPU, offers better performance than the Jumper 14" Laptop's Intel Celeron and integrated graphics, which is crucial for engineering and design tasks that often require more computational power and better visual rendering capabilities. Moreover, the Acer has a high-quality screen with more accurate colors and higher brightness, essential for detailed design work, whereas the Jumper's lower color accuracy and brightness may not be ideal for these applications.
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About Acer
Acer is a prominent Taiwanese electronics brand which makes a wide range of laptops, with multiple product lines catering to personal use, gaming, and business use. They are renowned for having exceptional value for money, as they frequently offer good specifications at a lower price than other manufacturers.
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