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Updated January 12, 2024·
The Acer Nitro 5 17, while more expensive, offers powerful performance suitable for demanding tasks like gaming, 3D modeling, or engineering software with its high-end graphics and processor. It also has a larger screen size which is great for multitasking and media consumption, but it is heavier and less portable. On the other hand, the Jumper 14" Laptop is more affordable and highly portable due to its lighter weight and smaller size, also featuring newer Windows 11 Home. However, its lower-powered processor and graphics are more suitable for general use like web browsing, office applications, and light media consumption. Battery life also tends to be better in less powerful laptops like the Jumper 14". Consider the Acer Nitro 5 17 for intensive tasks and the Jumper for everyday use and easier mobility. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Acer Nitro 5 17
- Good for general use
- Very good for engineering and design
- Good for gaming and AI
- Good for software development
- Good for content creation
- Very good overall display quality
- Good overall build quality
- 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
307.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
220.0 nits
6.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
7.0 Hours
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.0/10
6.0/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.8/10
The Acer Nitro 5 17 is good for general use, while the Jumper 14" Laptop is poor.
The Acer Nitro 5 17 boasts a stronger CPU, more RAM, and a high-quality screen, making it suitable for more resource-intensive tasks and general use, but its larger size and weight impact portability and result in only moderate battery life.
Gaming and AI
7.7
5.7
7.9/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.5/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
360Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.5/10
The Acer Nitro 5 17 is good for gaming and AI, while the Jumper 14" Laptop is poor.
The Acer Nitro 5 17 is well-equipped for gaming and 3D applications with a powerful Nvidia RTX 3080 graphics processing unit (GPU) and a high screen refresh rate of 360 Hz, providing smooth visuals and the ability to render complex graphics quickly.
Engineering and Design
8.0
5.8
7.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.4/10
7.9/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.5/10
16.0 GB
RAM
12.0 GB
The Acer Nitro 5 17 is very good for engineering and design, while the Jumper 14" Laptop is poor.
The Acer Nitro 5 17 is equipped with a powerful AMD Ryzen processor and higher RAM count, making it suitable for demanding engineering tasks, while the Jumper 14" Laptop's Intel Celeron processor and lower RAM are not ideal for such intensive use. Additionally, the Acer has a dedicated Nvidia GPU and a larger, better-quality screen, important for engineering and design work, unlike the Jumper which lacks a dedicated GPU and has a smaller display.
Content Creation
7.8
6.1
7.4/10
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 5 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
7.4/10
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 5 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
8.2
6.1
17.3in
SIZE
14.0in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
360Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
307.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
220.0 nits
The Acer Nitro 5 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 5 17 offers a larger display with better resolution and brightness, which enhances its suitability for general use and detailed work in engineering and design due to clearer images and more accurate colors. Although it has good color reproduction, it's less ideal for gaming and 3D applications because of its lower refresh rate, leading to less fluid motion rendering. The Jumper 14" Laptop's smaller size and fair screen quality suggest average performance for general tasks and engineering work where the color range is sufficient but not exceptional, while its modest display capabilities detract from the high-speed, smooth visual experience demanded by gaming and 3D contexts.
Portability
Fair
Very Good
17.3in
SIZE
14.0in
5.9 lbs
WEIGHT
2.7 lbs
0.9in
THICKNESS
0.6in
The Jumper 14" Laptop has very good portability, while the Acer Nitro 5 17 has only fair portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.2
5.1
The Acer Nitro 5 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
$830
$247
$0
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
The Acer Nitro 5 17 has a price of $830 and the Jumper 14" Laptop costs $247.
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Battery
6.0 Hours
7.0 Hours
The Acer Nitro 5 17 has 6 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 Nitro 5 17 and the Jumper 14" Laptop compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Acer Nitro 5 17 | Jumper 14" Laptop |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$830 | $247 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | February 1, 2023 | January 1, 2023 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 15.9'' x 11'' x 0.98'' | 13.1'' x 8.6'' x 0.6'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 5.95 lbs | 2.76 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 15.89" | 13.08" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 11.02" | 8.64" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | AMD Ryzen 7 5800H | Intel Celeron J4105 | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 12 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 1024 GB | 256 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 6 Hours | 7 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 57.5 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 | 360Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 307 nits | 220 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.2/10 | 5.1/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 6.1/10 | 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 | 7.5/10 | 7.5/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 7/10 | 6/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 7.5/10 | 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 | 1 | 1 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | No | No | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 1 | 1 | |
Thunderbolt Ports | |||
Thunderbolt Ports | 0 | 0 | |
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Sascha Mölck | August 2021
"The Acer Nitro 5 17 is a solid mid-range gamer. The Nitro 5 does not belong to the top group of RTX 3070 notebooks: Compared with the RTX 3070 notebooks tested so far, the computer delivers below-average frame rates - this is due to the 100-watt TGP. The GPU performance can be increased a bit with a firmware update. The device scores with a high level of CPU performance. Throttling is not a concern. CPU and GPU can produce their performance constantly. The laptop heats up moderately under load. The noise development is on the usual class level."
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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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