If you're looking for higher performance, especially for tasks like 3D work, machine learning, or gaming, the Acer Swift X with its dedicated Nvidia graphics card and powerful processor is the better option. The Jumper 14" laptop, while significantly more affordable, has less storage, a lower-powered processor, and integrated graphics that are suitable for general usage like web browsing, document editing, and media consumption. The Acer Swift X also has a higher resolution screen, which provides sharper images, but this and its higher performance hardware contribute to it being less portable due to its heavier weight. Depending on how important mobility is to you, the lighter Jumper 14" could be more convenient for on-the-go use. In contrast, the Acer will give better performance but is heavier and more expensive. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Acer Swift X (2022)
Good for general use
Good for engineering and design
Good for software development
Good for content creation
Good overall display quality
Good overall build quality
Very good battery life
Very good speakers
Very good keyboard
Advantages of the Jumper 14" Laptop
The Jumper 14" Laptop has no clear advantages over the Acer Swift X (2022).
Key differences
General Use
7.8/10
5.9/10
2240 x 1400
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
330.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
220.0 nits
10.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
7.0 Hours
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.0/10
8.5/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.8/10
The Acer Swift X (2022) is good for general use, while the Jumper 14" Laptop is poor.
The Acer Swift X (2022) offers a more powerful Intel i7 processor, doubled GPU power with an Nvidia RTX 3050, and better screen quality with higher resolution and brightness, all contributing to its excellent suitability for general use. In contrast, the Jumper 14" Laptop, featuring a less capable Intel Celeron processor, integrated graphics, and a screen with lower brightness and color coverage, provides a fair general use experience with shortcomings in performance and visual fidelity.
Gaming and AI
6.6/10
5.7/10
4.3/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.5/10
2240 x 1400
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
8.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.5/10
The Acer Swift X (2022) is only fair for gaming and AI, while the Jumper 14" Laptop is poor.
The Acer Swift X comes with a dedicated GPU and a higher screen refresh rate which makes it capable of handling gaming and 3D tasks, whereas the Jumper 14" Laptop lacks a powerful GPU and has a lower refresh rate, limiting its effectiveness for such demanding applications despite having an adequate CPU and screen quality for other less intensive tasks.
Engineering and Design
7.5/10
5.8/10
7.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.4/10
4.3/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.5/10
16.0 GB
RAM
12.0 GB
The Acer Swift X (2022) is good for engineering and design, while the Jumper 14" Laptop is poor.
The Acer Swift X (2022) outperforms the Jumper 14" Laptop in engineering and design due to its stronger CPU, more RAM, and vastly superior GPU, which are vital for demanding applications and graphics-intensive tasks. Additionally, the Acer's higher quality screen contributes to better visual accuracy, while it's less portable and has a louder operating noise compared to the slimmer Jumper laptop.
Content Creation
7.8/10
6.1/10
7.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.4/10
2240 x 1400
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
12.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Acer Swift X (2022) 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
7.7/10
6.2/10
7.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.4/10
16.0 GB
RAM
12.0 GB
2240 x 1400
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.0/10
The Acer Swift X (2022) 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
7.0/10
6.1/10
14.0in
SIZE
14.0in
2240 x 1400
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
330.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
220.0 nits
The Acer Swift X has a better screen than the Jumper 14" Laptop for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
For general use, the Acer Swift X provides a vibrant and sharp image because of its higher resolution and brightness, making it more enjoyable for everyday tasks compared to the Jumper Laptop, which, while adequate, offers a less sharp and dimmer display. Regarding engineering and design, the Acer Swift X displays a wider range of colors, which is important for accuracy in visual projects, whereas the Jumper’s color range is more limited, reducing color precision. For gaming and 3D applications, both laptops fall short due to their lower refresh rates, but the Acer's superior resolution and panel type still give it a slight edge over the Jumper despite neither being ideal for high frame-rate demands.
Battery
10.0 Hours
7.0 Hours
The Acer Swift X has 10 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.
Build Quality
7.6/10
5.1/10
The Acer Swift X (2022) 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
$1,313
$247
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
The Acer Swift X (2022) has a price of $1,313 and the Jumper 14" Laptop costs $247.
"The Swift X is an Acer for entry-level gaming. With the entry-level graphics chip, our Acer not only beats every single current AMD and Intel iGPU, but also Intel's dGPU Iris Xe Max. However, despite being a GDDR6 version, the GTX does not match the expectations set by its own counterparts from our database. This may be a result of the single fan, which only produces moderate noise levels under load. The performance level of the thin and light 1.4 kg (~3.09 lbs) 14-inch laptop is impressive nonetheless."
"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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