For your decision between the Apple MacBook Pro 14 (Late 2023) and the Jumper 14" Laptop, consider that the MacBook Pro has a more powerful processor and graphics, which would be suitable for intensive tasks like video editing, 3D modeling, or gaming. It offers a high-resolution Mini LED display, which is great for creative work due to its color accuracy and brightness, and a considerably longer battery life, meaning it will last longer on a single charge, suitable for all-day use without needing to plug in. However, the MacBook Pro is heavier and less portable than the Jumper, which might be a concern if you need to carry it around a lot. The Jumper Laptop, while less expensive, has less storage and a lower-tier processor, making it suitable for basic tasks like web browsing, document editing, or watching videos. It has a simpler IPS screen and a shorter battery life, and it runs Windows 11 Home, which could be a deciding factor if you prefer or need Windows software. The MacBook Pro, running macOS, offers a different set of exclusive applications and integration with other Apple products. If budget is a primary concern and your tasks are not demanding, the Jumper may be sufficient. If you need high performance, better display, and longer battery life, and are willing to invest more, the MacBook Pro would be the superior choice. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Apple MacBook Pro 14 (Late 2023)
Very good for general use
Very good for engineering and design
Very good for software development
Very good for content creation
Excellent overall display quality
Best in class overall build quality
Excellent battery life
Best in class speakers
Best in class keyboard
Advantages of the Jumper 14" Laptop
The Jumper 14" Laptop has no clear advantages over the Apple MacBook Pro 14 (Late 2023).
Key differences
General Use
8.2/10
5.9/10
3024 x 1964
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
Mini LED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
489.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
220.0 nits
17.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
7.0 Hours
9.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.0/10
8.6/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.8/10
The Apple MacBook Pro 14 (Late 2023) is very good for general use, while the Jumper 14" Laptop is poor.
PerfectRec’s General Use Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for general productivity, web browsing, streaming, video calls, and running a wide variety of apps and programs.
Gaming and AI
6.7/10
5.7/10
4.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.5/10
3024 x 1964
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
8.7/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.5/10
The Apple MacBook Pro 14 (Late 2023) is only fair for gaming and AI, while the Jumper 14" Laptop is poor.
The Apple MacBook Pro 14 with its high-performance Apple M3 GPU and a 120Hz refresh rate display is well-suited for 3D applications, while the Jumper 14" Laptop's lower-tier Intel UHD Graphics 600 and standard 60Hz refresh rate might struggle with gaming and 3D tasks. However, it is important to note that the MacBook Pro runs MacOS, which may not support many popular games, limiting its gaming capabilities despite its robust hardware.
Engineering and Design
8.1/10
5.8/10
7.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.4/10
4.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.5/10
8.0 GB
RAM
12.0 GB
The Apple MacBook Pro 14 (Late 2023) is very good for engineering and design, while the Jumper 14" Laptop is poor.
The Apple MacBook Pro 14 (Late 2023) excels in engineering and design due to its powerful Apple M3 CPU and integrated 10-core GPU, 8 GB of RAM, and a high-quality Mini LED screen with exceptional brightness and color coverage, making it capable of handling demanding applications and detailed visual work. On the other hand, the Jumper 14" Laptop, with a modest Intel Celeron processor, integrated Intel UHD Graphics, 12 GB of RAM and a standard IPS display with lower brightness and color accuracy, lacks the performance and screen quality necessary for engineering and design tasks.
Content Creation
8.4/10
6.1/10
7.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.4/10
3024 x 1964
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
8.0 GB
RAM
12.0 GB
Mini LED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Apple MacBook Pro 14 (Late 2023) 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
8.2/10
6.2/10
7.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.4/10
8.0 GB
RAM
12.0 GB
3024 x 1964
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
9.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.0/10
The Apple MacBook Pro 14 (Late 2023) 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
9.2/10
6.1/10
14.2in
SIZE
14.0in
3024 x 1964
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
Mini LED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
489.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
220.0 nits
The Apple MacBook Pro 14 has a better screen than the Jumper 14" Laptop for general use, AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
The Apple MacBook Pro 14 offers a high-resolution display and superior brightness, which enhances the visual experience for general use, making text sharp and videos vivid. For engineering and design, this laptop excels with its wide color gamut, ensuring accurate color representation critical for detailed work. However, its screen falls short for 3D applications due to a lower refresh rate, which can limit the smoothness of motion that's typically desired in 3D environments.
Battery
17.0 Hours
7.0 Hours
The Apple MacBook Pro 14 has 17 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
10.0/10
5.1/10
The Apple MacBook Pro 14 (Late 2023) has best in class 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
$1,499
$240
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The Apple MacBook Pro 14 (Late 2023) has a price of $1,499 and the Jumper 14" Laptop costs $240.
"In the Apple MacBook Pro 14 2023, the M2 Pro is slowed down. From the improved 5nm process, the new M2 Pro is a very solid upgrade. Graphics performance has increased by about 25% in tandem with a clear improvement in efficiency. The processor has also seen a performance leap of up to 20%, but this is accompanied by an increase in consumption of up to 25%. Fundamentally, Apple its maintaining its advantage over AMD and Intel, particularly in optimized applications where the results are very good in view of the comparatively low power consumption."
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About Apple
Apple, an American technology company, is one of the world’s largest company in terms of market capitalization. Their MacBook laptops feature a slim, minimalistic design, class-leading battery life, and premium display and speaker quality. In 2020 Apple switched from using Intel processors to their own silicon chips which have excellent performance and efficiency. The macOS operating system is the second most widely used OS, after Windows.
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