The Acer Aspire 5 15 offers better performance for tasks like intensive engineering work, graphics, and multitasking due to its more powerful processor and higher memory capacity. It's well-suited for users needing a robust machine for productivity or creative software. Conversely, the Jumper 16" Laptop is more budget-friendly and still fine for basic tasks such as web browsing, word processing, and streaming media. It has a larger screen size which may enhance the viewing experience, but with the cost-saving, you sacrifice some performance and storage capacity. Both laptops are similar in portability, though slight variations in weight and dimensions exist. Choose the Acer if you require more power and smoother operation for demanding applications, while the Jumper is a cost-effective solution for everyday use. 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 16" Laptop
The Jumper 16" Laptop has no clear advantages over the Acer Aspire 5 15.
Key differences
General Use
7.5/10
5.7/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
275.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
250.0 nits
7.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
7.0 Hours
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.0/10
7.7/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.4/10
The Acer Aspire 5 15 is good for general use, while the Jumper 16" Laptop is poor.
The Acer Aspire 5 15 stands out for general use with a stronger CPU, more RAM, and better overall screen quality, which are very important factors for performance and visual experience, while maintaining a good balance between portability and battery life. In contrast, the Jumper 16" Laptop falls short with a weaker CPU, less RAM, and lower scores in portability and battery life, making it less optimal for sustained general use despite its higher screen resolution.
Engineering and Design
6.6/10
5.6/10
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.4/10
2.4/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.5/10
16.0 GB
RAM
4.0 GB
The Acer Aspire 5 15 is only fair for engineering and design, while the Jumper 16" Laptop is poor.
The Acer Aspire 5 15 is equipped with a more powerful processor, more RAM, and stronger integrated graphics, making it well-suited for demanding engineering and design applications, while the Jumper 16" Laptop's less advanced CPU and lower RAM limit its capacity to handle such tasks efficiently. Additionally, the Acer's good heat management ensures sustained performance during intense workloads, a feature the Jumper likely struggles with due to its more basic hardware setup.
Content Creation
7.3/10
5.9/10
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.4/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
16.0 GB
RAM
4.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Acer Aspire 5 15 is good for content creation, while the Jumper 16" Laptop is poor.
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
6.0/10
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.4/10
16.0 GB
RAM
4.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.0/10
The Acer Aspire 5 15 is good for software development, while the Jumper 16" 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
6.3/10
15.6in
SIZE
16.0in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
275.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
250.0 nits
The Acer Aspire 5 15 has a better screen than the Jumper 16" Laptop for software development, and content creation.
The Acer Aspire 5 15 and the Jumper 16" Laptop both have screens that work well enough for daily tasks and professional engineering or design work, thanks to their acceptable resolution and brightness, but they might fall short on color accuracy for more color-critical tasks due to limited color gamuts. Neither is ideal for gaming or 3D work because they lack high refresh rates, which are crucial for smooth motion and fast-paced visuals. While they offer decent screen size and resolution, these laptops are simply not tailored to the high-performance display requirements needed for such specialized activities.
Build Quality
6.5/10
5.1/10
The Acer Aspire 5 15 has only fair build quality, while the Jumper 16" Laptop has poor build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$479
$230
$100
$200
$300
$400
$500
$600
$700
The Acer Aspire 5 15 has a price of $479 and the Jumper 16" Laptop costs $230.
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Acer Aspire 5 15 to be only fair for gaming and AI, while the Jumper 16" Laptop is poor.
The Acer Aspire 5 15 offers a better gaming and 3D experience with its more capable Intel Iris Xe graphics, compared to the Jumper 16" Laptop which has less powerful Intel UHD Graphics 600, fundamental for delivering smoother visuals in graphics-intensive tasks. Both laptops have the same screen refresh rate, but the GPU is the primary factor making the Acer better suited for these activities, alongside a better CPU which also contributes to performance.
Battery
7.0 Hours
7.0 Hours
The Acer Aspire 5 15 has 7 hours of battery life. The Jumper 16" 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
Good
Good
15.6in
SIZE
16.0in
3.9 lbs
WEIGHT
4.1 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The Acer Aspire 5 15 and Jumper 16" Laptop both have good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
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How the Acer Aspire 5 15 and the Jumper 16" 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."
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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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