Choosing the Acer Swift X 16 over the Jumper 14" Laptop means spending more for a faster and more capable machine suitable for intensive tasks like gaming, 3D modeling, or machine learning. The Acer has a more powerful processor and dedicated graphics, larger storage, and a higher resolution screen. It also has a bigger battery which could mean longer use between charges but makes it heavier, hence less portable. On the other hand, the Jumper is more affordable, lighter, and sufficient for basic tasks such as web browsing, office applications, and media consumption, with the tradeoff being lower performance and a simpler graphics setup. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Acer Swift X 16
Very good for general use
Very good for engineering and design
Good for gaming and AI
Very good for software development
Very good for content creation
Very good overall display quality
Good overall build quality
Very good speakers
Very good keyboard
Advantages of the Jumper 14" Laptop
Very good portability
Key differences
General Use
8.2/10
5.9/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
402.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
220.0 nits
8.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
7.0 Hours
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.0/10
7.6/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.8/10
The Acer Swift X 16 is very good for general use, while the Jumper 14" Laptop is poor.
The Acer Swift X 16, with a more powerful AMD Ryzen 7 CPU, ample 16 GB of RAM, and a high-resolution IPS display, offers faster performance and better screen quality conducive to various tasks, at the cost of being heavier and having a moderate battery life. In contrast, the Jumper 14" Laptop, despite its lightweight and exceptional heat management, falls short in performance with a less capable Intel Celeron CPU and just 12 GB of RAM, alongside a lower resolution display, which makes it only fairly suitable for general use.
Gaming and AI
7.0/10
5.7/10
4.9/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.5/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
Unknown
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
8.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.5/10
The Acer Swift X 16 is good for gaming and AI, while the Jumper 14" Laptop is poor.
The Acer Swift X 16 is suitable for gaming and 3D work due to its powerful Nvidia RTX 3050 dedicated graphics card and high screen refresh rate of 165Hz, allowing for smoother visuals in games and 3D applications. In contrast, the Jumper 14" Laptop, with its Intel UHD Graphics 600, is not tailored for gaming or 3D tasks, and its standard 60Hz screen refresh rate offers less fluid visual motion, thus impacting the overall gaming and 3D performance.
Engineering and Design
8.2/10
5.8/10
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.4/10
4.9/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.5/10
16.0 GB
RAM
12.0 GB
The Acer Swift X 16 is very good for engineering and design, while the Jumper 14" Laptop is poor.
The Acer Swift X 16 stands out for engineering and design use thanks to its powerful AMD Ryzen 7 processor, superior Nvidia RTX 3050 graphics card, and high-quality IPS display with high resolution and color accuracy. In contrast, the Jumper 14" Laptop's Intel Celeron processor, basic Intel UHD Graphics, and lower-resolution screen do not support demanding engineering applications and detailed design work as effectively.
Content Creation
8.3/10
6.1/10
9.1/10
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 Swift X 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
8.0/10
6.2/10
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.4/10
16.0 GB
RAM
12.0 GB
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.0/10
The Acer Swift X 16 is very 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
8.2/10
6.1/10
16.0in
SIZE
14.0in
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
402.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
220.0 nits
The Acer Swift X 16 has a better screen than the Jumper 14" Laptop for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
When considering the Acer Swift X 16, its superior screen resolution and brightness ensure a captivating visual experience for general use, while the wide color gamut suits detailed engineering and design tasks by providing accurate colors. On the other hand, the Jumper 14" Laptop's fair screen quality offers a satisfactory viewing for both general purposes and technical work, but does not excel in any specific area. However, both laptops fall short for gaming and 3D applications due to their lower refresh rates, which are crucial for smooth visuals in fast-paced scenarios.
Battery
8.0 Hours
7.0 Hours
The Acer Swift X 16 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
Good
Very Good
16.0in
SIZE
14.0in
4.1 lbs
WEIGHT
2.7 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.6in
The Jumper 14" Laptop has very good portability, while the Acer Swift X 16 has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.6/10
5.1/10
The Acer Swift X 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
$1,250
$247
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
The Acer Swift X 16 has a price of $1,250 and the Jumper 14" Laptop costs $247.
"Acer’s Swift X 16 is an excellent choice for shoppers who want a 16-inch laptop and care more for performance than attractive design or long battery life. The Swift X 16’s gorgeous OLED display, spacious keyboard, and big touchpad make it pleasant to use in basic day-to-day tasks. It also has an AMD Ryzen 9 processor and Nvidia RTX 4050 graphics, which combine to deliver good performance in a wide variety of productivity applications and games. A few minor mistakes, like poorly-placed USB-C ports that lack DisplayPort, will turn off some shoppers, but those who can accept its shortcomings will find the Swift X 16 a versatile daily driver."
"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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