The Acer Aspire 5 15 offers more storage and memory, better performance due to a higher-end Intel CPU and graphics, a larger screen, and a longer battery life, which makes it suitable for intensive tasks like engineering or graphic design, as well as everyday use. However, it is heavier and bulkier, which affects portability. On the other hand, the Jumper 14" Laptop has less storage and memory, a lower-tier Celeron processor with basic graphics and it's more lightweight and portable, suitable for general use such as web browsing, office applications, and media consumption, but not for heavy workloads. The choice depends on your primary use: performance and multitasking with the Acer or portability and light use with the Jumper, keeping in mind the slight price difference. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Acer Aspire 5 15
Good for general use
Good for software development
Good for content creation
Good keyboard
Advantages of the Jumper 14" Laptop
Very good portability
Key differences
General Use
7.5/10
5.9/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
275.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
220.0 nits
7.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
7.0 Hours
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.0/10
7.7/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.8/10
The Acer Aspire 5 15 is good for general use, while the Jumper 14" Laptop is poor.
The Acer Aspire 5 15 excels in general use due to its higher RAM, more powerful CPU, and better integrated GPU, providing smoother performance for everyday tasks alongside a larger screen and longer battery life. Conversely, the Jumper 14" Laptop, while more portable due to its smaller size and lighter weight, offers modest performance suitable for basic tasks, with less RAM, a less capable CPU, and a smaller battery, limiting its effectiveness for more demanding use.
Engineering and Design
6.6/10
5.8/10
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.4/10
2.4/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.5/10
16.0 GB
RAM
12.0 GB
The Acer Aspire 5 15 is only fair for engineering and design, while the Jumper 14" Laptop is poor.
The Acer Aspire 5 15, with its more powerful Intel i5 processor, higher RAM, and superior integrated graphics (Iris Xe), is better equipped for demanding engineering and design applications than the Jumper 14" Laptop, which has a less powerful Celeron processor, less RAM, and a lower-end integrated GPU (UHD Graphics 600). While the Jumper is lighter and possibly more portable, its lower screen quality and computational power make it less suitable for intensive tasks typically associated with engineering and design work.
Content Creation
7.3/10
6.1/10
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.4/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
12.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Acer Aspire 5 15 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
7.3/10
6.2/10
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.4/10
16.0 GB
RAM
12.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.0/10
The Acer Aspire 5 15 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
6.2/10
6.1/10
15.6in
SIZE
14.0in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
275.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
220.0 nits
The Acer Aspire 5 15 has a better screen than the Jumper 14" Laptop for general use, software development, and content creation.
For general use, the Acer Aspire 5 15 and the Jumper 14" Laptop both offer decent visuals, with the screen resolution and brightness being adequate for everyday tasks like web browsing and document editing, but they may lack the superior color accuracy and higher resolutions found in more premium displays. In the context of engineering and design, the importance of accurate colors means that their fair screen qualities could affect professionals who need precise color representation for work, as they don't offer the extensive color gamuts required for those fields. When it comes to 3D gaming, the lower refresh rates on these laptops may not deliver the smooth visuals gamers typically seek, and while the resolutions and panel types are serviceable, they don't meet the higher standards for an optimal gaming experience.
Portability
Good
Very Good
15.6in
SIZE
14.0in
3.9 lbs
WEIGHT
2.7 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.6in
The Jumper 14" Laptop has very good portability, while the Acer Aspire 5 15 has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
6.5/10
5.1/10
The Acer Aspire 5 15 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
$480
$247
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$200
$300
$400
$500
$600
$700
The Acer Aspire 5 15 has a price of $480 and the Jumper 14" Laptop costs $247.
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Acer Aspire 5 15 to be only fair for gaming and AI, while the Jumper 14" Laptop is poor.
The Acer Aspire 5 15 is equipped with an Intel Iris Xe GPU, which provides superior graphics performance compared to the Jumper 14" Laptop's Intel UHD Graphics 600, making the Acer more suitable for gaming and 3D applications. Both have the same screen refresh rate, but the GPU is the more critical factor for gaming and 3D performance, with the Acer's GPU far outpacing the Jumper's.
Battery
7.0 Hours
7.0 Hours
The Acer Aspire 5 15 has 7 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.
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How the Acer Aspire 5 15 and the Jumper 14" Laptop compare to other laptops
"The Acer Aspire 5 15 is a good value office laptop with reasonable battery life. The combination of slim exterior, relatively low weight (approx. 1.7 kg) and 8 hour real-life battery runtime makes the Acer Aspire a truly mobile laptop. The modest Tiger Lake processor supports this area and simultaneously ensures an affordable price point. The Aspire produces little noise and stays cool. The screen (FHD, IPS) might not win any prizes but is entirely appropriate for the price."
"For the vast majority of people looking for a beautiful, affordable, and portable laptop, the Jumper EZbook S5 is a perfect choice. It’s surprisingly capable of things like web browsing, Office, webmail, and beyond. The experience offers a few compromises when it comes to more intensive tasks, but for college students looking to save money, or someone looking to buy their kid a basic daily-use laptop, this is truly one great option."
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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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