The Gigabyte Aero 16 is a high-performance laptop best suited for users needing power for intensive tasks like engineering, 3D rendering, machine learning, or gaming, as it comes with a robust Intel Core i7 processor and Nvidia RTX graphics. Its high-resolution OLED display also makes it ideal for creative professionals. However, it's heavier and less portable, which could be a drawback for those who travel frequently. On the other hand, the Jumper 14" Laptop offers modest performance suitable for general use, thanks to an Intel Celeron processor and integrated graphics. It's lighter and much more affordable, but it won't handle demanding applications as effectively. If budget is a primary concern and you need a laptop for basic tasks like web browsing, document editing, and streaming, the Jumper 14" would suffice. But if you require a laptop for more demanding software and tasks, and don't mind spending extra for significantly better performance and a superior display, the Gigabyte Aero 16 is worth the investment. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Gigabyte Aero 16
Very good for general use
Very good for engineering and design
Good for gaming and AI
Good for software development
Very good for content creation
Very good overall display quality
Good overall build quality
Very good keyboard
Advantages of the Jumper 14" Laptop
Very good portability
Key differences
General Use
8.0/10
5.9/10
3840 x 2400
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
368.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
220.0 nits
7.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
7.0 Hours
8.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.0/10
7.1/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.8/10
The Gigabyte Aero 16 is very good for general use, while the Jumper 14" Laptop is poor.
The Gigabyte Aero 16 has a high-performance CPU and more RAM than the Jumper 14" Laptop, lending it more power for demanding tasks and smoother multitasking, which contributes to its better suitability for general use; it also boasts a superior screen with higher resolution and color accuracy, making it great for a variety of visual tasks, although it is less portable due to its larger size and weight. Meanwhile, the Jumper 14" Laptop, while highly portable and offering a very long battery life for on-the-go use, is equipped with a less powerful CPU and less RAM, limiting its performance for general use, and it has a lower-quality screen, yet it benefits from very good heat management.
Gaming and AI
7.8/10
5.7/10
7.8/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.5/10
3840 x 2400
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
6.7/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.5/10
The Gigabyte Aero 16 is good for gaming and AI, while the Jumper 14" Laptop is poor.
The Gigabyte Aero 16 stands out for gaming and 3D applications thanks to its Nvidia RTX 3070 Ti GPU, which is powerful and better suited for these tasks, while the Jumper 14" Laptop comes with an Intel UHD Graphics 600, a less capable GPU for demanding graphics work. Furthermore, the Aero 16's higher screen quality, indicated by top-tier color coverage and OLED technology, enhances gaming and 3D experiences, unlike the Jumper's IPS display, which offers more modest screen quality.
Engineering and Design
8.6/10
5.8/10
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.4/10
7.8/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.5/10
16.0 GB
RAM
12.0 GB
The Gigabyte Aero 16 is very good for engineering and design, while the Jumper 14" Laptop is poor.
The Gigabyte Aero 16 is equipped with a high-performance CPU, substantial RAM, and a powerful dedicated GPU, all of which are essential for engineering and design tasks, along with a high-quality OLED screen that displays vibrant colors and clear images. In contrast, the Jumper 14" Laptop has a basic CPU, less RAM, and an integrated GPU, which may struggle with demanding engineering software, and its screen quality is inferior, lacking the color accuracy and clarity offered by the Aero 16.
Content Creation
8.2/10
6.1/10
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.4/10
3840 x 2400
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
12.0 GB
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Gigabyte Aero 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
7.9/10
6.2/10
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.4/10
16.0 GB
RAM
12.0 GB
3840 x 2400
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
8.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.0/10
The Gigabyte Aero 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
8.4/10
6.1/10
16.0in
SIZE
14.0in
3840 x 2400
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
368.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
220.0 nits
The Gigabyte Aero 16 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 Gigabyte Aero 16's superior resolution and brightness make visuals crisp and vibrant, while the Jumper's fair resolution and brightness meet basic needs but aren't as impressive. In engineering and design, the Aero stands out with its wide color gamut, offering accurate color representation critical for professional work, an area the Jumper doesn't excel in. However, for gaming and 3D applications, the Aero's lower refresh rate can lead to less smooth visuals, which is not ideal, while the Jumper also struggles due to its modest refresh rate and overall screen capabilities.
Portability
Good
Very Good
16.0in
SIZE
14.0in
5.0 lbs
WEIGHT
2.7 lbs
0.8in
THICKNESS
0.6in
The Jumper 14" Laptop has very good portability, while the Gigabyte Aero 16 has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.8/10
5.1/10
The Gigabyte Aero 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
$1,260
$240
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
The Gigabyte Aero 16 has a price of $1,260 and the Jumper 14" Laptop costs $240.
"The Gigabyte Aero 16 is a workstation laptop for light gaming. It's design is still muted, with a silver chassis alongside a black keyboard and trackpad that provides some contrast. The Gigabyte Aero’s full-size chiclet-style keyboard is enjoyable to type on thanks to its snappy feel and responsiveness. The 4K+ AMOLED display is good, but it could be better. It doesn’t handle true black very well and suffers from strong reflections and glare. The Gigabyte Aero excels at productivity performance and can keep up with other gaming laptops in 1080p. But it has very few ports and its refresh rate leaves a bit to be desired."
"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 Gigabyte
Gigabyte is a Taiwanese computer hardware manufacturer. While Gigabyte mainly focuses its business on desktop hardware, Gigabyte is known for its value-oriented G series laptops, thin and light Aero series, and performance-oriented Aorus series. Gigabyte laptops offer a strong value proposition to compete with mainstream alternatives.
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