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Updated January 12, 2024·
The Acer Predator Helios 16 is a more powerful option and more suitable for intensive tasks like gaming, 3D modeling, or engineering, thanks to its high-end processor and graphics card. It also has a larger, higher-resolution display and greater storage capacity. However, it is less portable because of its weight and size. On the other hand, the Jumper 14" Laptop offers significantly less power and performance, making it better suited for basic tasks such as web browsing, word processing, and streaming video. It is lighter and more compact, which makes it easier to carry around. If portability and budget are your priority, and you mainly need a laptop for everyday tasks, the Jumper might be a better choice. But if you need a machine capable of handling demanding applications and you don't mind the higher cost and reduced portability, the Acer Predator would be the way to go. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Acer Predator Helios 16
- Very good for general use
- Very good for engineering and design
- Very good for gaming and AI
- Good for software development
- Very 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
8.0
5.9
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
498.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
220.0 nits
6.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
7.0 Hours
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.0/10
6.3/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.8/10
The Acer Predator Helios 16 is very good for general use, while the Jumper 14" Laptop is poor.
The Acer Predator Helios 16 offers better performance with a more advanced CPU and higher RAM, vital for multitasking and demanding applications, along with superior screen quality, making it better for general use; despite this, it is less portable and has shorter battery life than the Jumper 14" Laptop, which offers lower performance and screen quality but is easier to carry around and lasts longer on a single charge.
Gaming and AI
8.5
5.7
8.9/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.5/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.5/10
The Acer Predator Helios 16 is very good for gaming and AI, while the Jumper 14" Laptop is poor.
The Acer Predator Helios 16 is equipped with a powerful Nvidia RTX 4070 GPU and a high screen refresh rate of 240Hz, which are crucial for smooth and high-quality gaming and 3D experiences. In contrast, the Jumper 14" Laptop comes with a much less capable Intel UHD Graphics 600 GPU and a lower screen refresh rate of 60Hz, which significantly limits performance in gaming and 3D applications.
Engineering and Design
8.7
5.8
9.6/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.4/10
8.9/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.5/10
16.0 GB
RAM
12.0 GB
The Acer Predator Helios 16 is very good for engineering and design, while the Jumper 14" Laptop is poor.
The Acer Predator Helios 16 is equipped with a high-powered CPU, abundant RAM, and a robust GPU, all of which are essential for complex engineering and design tasks, plus it has a superior screen quality which is crucial for detailed work. In contrast, the Jumper 14" Laptop has a significantly less powerful CPU, less RAM, and a weaker GPU, which limit its ability to handle resource-intensive applications, and its inferior screen quality may impede precise design work.
Content Creation
8.2
6.1
9.6/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.4/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
12.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Acer Predator Helios 16 is very 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
7.9
6.2
9.6/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.4/10
16.0 GB
RAM
12.0 GB
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.0/10
The Acer Predator Helios 16 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
8.8
6.1
16.0in
SIZE
14.0in
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
498.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
220.0 nits
The Acer Predator Helios 16 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 Predator Helios 16 offers superior screen quality for general use and engineering due to its high resolution, brightness, and broader color coverage, ensuring clear, vibrant images and accurate color representation which are crucial for detail-oriented tasks. However, its lower refresh rate makes it less suitable for gaming and 3D applications, where smooth motion is key. The Jumper 14" Laptop's fair screen quality across the board suggests it has adequate resolution and brightness for basic tasks but lacks the color precision and high refresh rate needed for specialized engineering work and fluid gaming experiences.
Portability
Fair
Very Good
16.0in
SIZE
14.0in
5.7 lbs
WEIGHT
2.7 lbs
1.0in
THICKNESS
0.6in
The Jumper 14" Laptop has very good portability, while the Acer Predator Helios 16 has only fair portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.4
5.1
The Acer Predator Helios 16 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
$1,236
$247
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
The Acer Predator Helios 16 has a price of $1,236 and the Jumper 14" Laptop costs $247.
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Battery
6.5 Hours
7.0 Hours
The Acer Predator Helios 16 has 6.5 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.
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How the Acer Predator Helios 16 and the Jumper 14" Laptop compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
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| Acer Predator Helios 16 | Jumper 14" Laptop |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,236 | $247 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | March 1, 2023 | January 1, 2023 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14.2'' x 10.9'' x 1'' | 13.1'' x 8.6'' x 0.6'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 5.73 lbs | 2.76 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.15" | 13.08" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 10.88" | 8.64" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i7-13700HX | 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 | 6.5 Hours | 7 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 90 Wh | 35.52 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 16" | 14" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 2560 x 1600 | 1920 x 1080 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 240Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 498 nits | 220 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.4/10 | 5.1/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 6.4/10 | 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 | 7.5/10 | 6/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 7/10 | 4.8/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 1080p | 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 Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | 4 | N/A | |
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Samuel Horti | June 2023
"The Predator Helios 16 stacks up well against its closest competition in benchmark comparisons. The Acer Predator Helios 16 isn't perfect. It's bulky, its lid feels flimsy and some of its keys are just too damned small – but none of its problems are fatal, and it shines where it counts. The powerful graphics and processor combo are spot on for this price point, the fans stop it getting hot under pressure, and the display is as good as you’ll find under $2,500. It's simply one of the best laptops to play demanding games on."
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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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