If you prioritize high performance and a premium build, and are comfortable with a higher price, the Acer Swift 14 may be suitable. However, if you prefer a larger screen and are looking to save money while still having decent performance for everyday tasks, the Jumper 16" Laptop could be a better choice. Keep in mind that with a larger size, the Jumper may be less portable. Also, the Acer might have a longer battery life due to its typically higher price point, which often correlates with more efficient hardware. Consider what tasks you need the laptop for: intense applications like 3D modeling, machine learning, or gaming will require a more powerful system like the Acer Swift, while general use like web browsing, office applications, or streaming can be sufficiently handled by the more economical Jumper. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Acer Swift 14
Very good for general use
Good for engineering and design
Very good for software development
Very good for content creation
Good overall display quality
Good overall build quality
Excellent portability
Good keyboard
Advantages of the Jumper 16" Laptop
The Jumper 16" Laptop has no clear advantages over the Acer Swift 14.
Key differences
General Use
8.2/10
5.7/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
458.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
250.0 nits
9.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
7.0 Hours
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.0/10
9.0/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.4/10
The Acer Swift 14 is very good for general use, while the Jumper 16" Laptop is poor.
The Acer Swift 14 offers superior performance with a higher-end CPU and more RAM, alongside a quality screen, which enhances user experience for general use, whereas the Jumper 16" Laptop has a lower-tier CPU and less RAM, which may not support smooth multitasking, and a lower quality screen, affecting the clarity and color accuracy. Additionally, the Acer has greater portability due to its lighter weight and more compact size, as well as longer battery life compared to the heavier and larger Jumper 16" Laptop with shorter battery runtime.
Gaming and AI
6.7/10
5.6/10
3.8/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.5/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
8.7/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.5/10
The Acer Swift 14 is only fair for gaming and AI, while the Jumper 16" Laptop is poor.
The Acer Swift 14 offers better gaming and 3D performance primarily due to its superior integrated GPU and more powerful CPU, which contribute significantly to graphical processing and overall speed. In contrast, the Jumper 16" Laptop has a weaker GPU and CPU, which makes it less suitable for gaming and 3D applications that demand higher computational power and better graphics capabilities.
Engineering and Design
7.9/10
5.6/10
9.0/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.4/10
3.8/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.5/10
16.0 GB
RAM
4.0 GB
The Acer Swift 14 is good for engineering and design, while the Jumper 16" Laptop is poor.
The Acer Swift 14 is better suited for engineering and design due to its significantly more powerful Intel i7 processor, high RAM capacity, and superior integrated graphics, all of which contribute to smooth multitasking and 3D work, coupled with a high-resolution screen that yields sharper details and more accurate colors.
Content Creation
8.2/10
5.9/10
9.0/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.4/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
16.0 GB
RAM
4.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Acer Swift 14 is very 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
8.2/10
6.0/10
9.0/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.4/10
16.0 GB
RAM
4.0 GB
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.0/10
The Acer Swift 14 is very 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
7.6/10
6.3/10
14.0in
SIZE
16.0in
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
458.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
250.0 nits
The Acer Swift 14 has a better screen than the Jumper 16" Laptop for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
The Acer Swift 14 offers a higher resolution and brighter display than the Jumper 16" Laptop, which makes it more suitable for tasks like browsing and document editing that benefit from crisp, clear visuals. For engineering and design, the Acer Swift 14's superior color accuracy, covering a wider range of color gamuts, allows for more precise color work which is vital in these fields. However, for gaming and 3D applications, the Jumper's potentially lower refresh rate than what gamers typically prefer makes both laptops less ideal, as higher refresh rates provide smoother motion and better responsiveness in fast-paced visual environments.
Battery
9.0 Hours
7.0 Hours
The Acer Swift 14 has 9 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
Excellent
Good
14.0in
SIZE
16.0in
2.6 lbs
WEIGHT
4.1 lbs
0.5in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The Acer Swift 14 has excellent portability, while the Jumper 16" Laptop has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.4/10
5.1/10
The Acer Swift 14 has good 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
$1,400
$230
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The Acer Swift 14 has a price of $1,400 and the Jumper 16" Laptop costs $230.
Olivier Martin, Ryan Lim, John Peroramas | April 2023
"The Acer Swift 14 is good for school use. Its compact design makes it easy to carry around, and its battery lasts easily through a typical school day. You can configure the laptop with an FHD+ or QHD+ display; both look sharp and get bright enough to combat glare. The keyboard feels tactile but can be a little tiring to type on over an extended period, and while the touchpad is small, it's responsive to all movements and gestures. Its Intel 13th Gen. CPU can handle nearly every type of workload; however, its integrated graphics perform poorly, so it isn't ideal for students in technical fields like 3D graphics."
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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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