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Updated January 12, 2024·
The Acer Nitro 17 is suited for more intensive tasks like gaming, engineering, or 3D modeling, as it comes with a higher-performance processor and graphics card. Because of this, it also has a larger screen and tends to be heavier, which could hinder portability. On the other hand, the Jumper 14" Laptop is more affordable and lightweight, making it ideal for general use and easier to carry around. However, its lower-end processor and graphics are not designed for demanding applications. The battery life is also a factor; if you require longer use on the go, the Jumper may be more appropriate, but keep in mind that this might not be as relevant if you plan to use the laptop plugged in most of the time. Ultimately, the decision should be based on your specific needs for performance and how you prioritize price versus capabilities. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Acer Nitro 17
- Good for general use
- Good for engineering and design
- Good for gaming and AI
- Good for software development
- Good for content creation
- Good overall display quality
- Good overall build quality
- Very good speakers
- Good keyboard
Advantages of the Jumper 14" Laptop
- Very good portability
Key differences
General Use
7.8
5.9
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
280.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
220.0 nits
8.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
7.0 Hours
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.0/10
5.5/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.8/10
The Acer Nitro 17 is good for general use, while the Jumper 14" Laptop is poor.
The Acer Nitro 17 stands out for general use due to its more powerful AMD Ryzen CPU, higher RAM, and a better gaming-grade GPU which ensures smooth multitasking and enhanced performance in graphics-intensive applications. Conversely, the Jumper 14" Laptop, while highly portable and with a very good portability score, is limited by a less powerful Intel Celeron CPU, less RAM, and a basic integrated GPU, affecting its performance in demanding tasks and reducing its suitability for general use despite having a good battery life and solid screen quality.
Gaming and AI
7.4
5.7
7.3/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.5/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
6.7/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.5/10
The Acer Nitro 17 is good for gaming and AI, while the Jumper 14" Laptop is poor.
The Acer Nitro 17 is equipped with a powerful Nvidia RTX 4050 GPU and a high screen refresh rate of 165 Hz, which are crucial for smooth gameplay and rendering 3D visuals, whereas the Jumper 14" Laptop has a significantly less powerful Intel UHD Graphics 600 GPU and a lower screen refresh rate of 60 Hz, making it less suitable for demanding gaming and 3D applications.
Engineering and Design
7.9
5.8
7.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.4/10
7.3/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.5/10
16.0 GB
RAM
12.0 GB
The Acer Nitro 17 is good for engineering and design, while the Jumper 14" Laptop is poor.
The Acer Nitro 17 is better suited for engineering and design due to its stronger AMD Ryzen CPU, higher RAM, and more capable Nvidia RTX GPU, which are essential for demanding software and multitasking, whereas the Jumper 14" Laptop's Intel Celeron processor and integrated graphics fall short for such tasks. Additionally, the Acer's larger, higher-quality screen benefits detailed work, but is less portable; conversely, the Jumper offers greater portability but compromise on screen size and quality.
Content Creation
7.8
6.1
7.9/10
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 Nitro 17 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
7.4
6.2
7.9/10
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 Nitro 17 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
7.4
6.1
17.3in
SIZE
14.0in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
280.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
220.0 nits
The Acer Nitro 17 has a better screen than the Jumper 14" Laptop for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
The Acer Nitro 17, with its superior resolution and brightness, offers clear and vivid visuals making it great for general use and engineering tasks where detail and color accuracy are key. However, its lower refresh rate can detract from the smooth visuals critical for gaming and 3D work. The Jumper 14" Laptop's average screen properties provide decent performance for everyday tasks and casual design work, but the same limitations in color range and refresh rate hinder its effectiveness for professional design applications and high-action 3D environments.
Battery
8.0 Hours
7.0 Hours
The Acer Nitro 17 has 8 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
Poor
Very Good
17.3in
SIZE
14.0in
6.8 lbs
WEIGHT
2.7 lbs
1.1in
THICKNESS
0.6in
The Jumper 14" Laptop has very good portability, while the Acer Nitro 17 has poor portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.4
5.1
The Acer Nitro 17 has good 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
$970
$247
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
The Acer Nitro 17 has a price of $970 and the Jumper 14" Laptop costs $247.
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How the Acer Nitro 17 and the Jumper 14" Laptop compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Acer Nitro 17 | Jumper 14" Laptop |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$970 | $247 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2023 | January 1, 2023 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 15.8'' x 11.6'' x 1.1'' | 13.1'' x 8.6'' x 0.6'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 6.83 lbs | 2.76 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 15.77" | 13.08" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 11.59" | 8.64" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | AMD Ryzen 7 7735HS | Intel Celeron J4105 | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 12 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 1024 GB | 256 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 8 Hours | 7 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 90 Wh | 35.52 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 17.3" | 14" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1080 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 165Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 280 nits | 220 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.4/10 | 5.1/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 5.6/10 | 8.9/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | Yes | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 6.8/10 | 7.5/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 7/10 | 6/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 8/10 | 4.8/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | No | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | Yes | No | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 3 | 2 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 2 | 1 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | No | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 3 | 1 | |
Thunderbolt Ports | |||
Thunderbolt Ports | 0 | 0 | |
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Mark Knapp | October 2023
"The Acer Nitro 17 isn't an exceptional gaming laptop; it's kind of chunky even among 17.3-inch notebooks, with a lackluster keyboard, and it doesn't outperform comparably priced machines. But there's a lot to like about it, including a good array of ports, a screen that's sharp and bright for work and play alike, and battery life that soundly beats the competition. All this comes at an affordable price. If size and weight aren't big concerns, you'll find the Nitro 17 a dependable big-screen gaming rig. If you crave higher quality, consider a slight step down or up in screen size with the Lenovo Legion Slim 5 Gen 8 or Alienware m18 respectively."
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Michael C. Smith | January 2024
"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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