Given that you're considering the HP and the Jumper 14" laptops, with the HP typically being less expensive, the decision will likely come down to the specific needs you have. If you prioritize budget and are mainly engaging in everyday tasks like browsing the web, working with documents, and streaming videos, the HP may serve you well without needing to spend extra. However, if the Jumper offers higher performance specifications, it might be a better choice for demanding tasks like 3D work, machine learning, gaming, or engineering software. It's important to also consider factors like battery life and portability if you often work on the go, as well as the build quality and support services the brands offer. If portability and battery life are crucial for you, a lighter laptop with longer battery life is favorable, but might come with tradeoffs in performance or a higher price. As for suitability for specific tasks, make sure the chosen laptop has the right kind of hardware such as a dedicated graphics card for gaming or intensive graphical tasks, enough RAM and a fast processor for engineering and machine learning applications. Always ensure that the laptop meets your primary usage needs within your budget constraints. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the HP 14" Laptop
Good for content creation
Advantages of the Jumper 14" Laptop
The Jumper 14" Laptop has no clear advantages over the HP 14" Laptop.
Key differences
General Use
6.7/10
5.9/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
265.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
220.0 nits
8.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
7.0 Hours
6.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.0/10
8.3/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.8/10
The HP 14" Laptop is only fair for general use, while the Jumper 14" Laptop is poor.
The HP 14" Laptop, with its AMD Ryzen 5 processor and 8 GB of RAM, may provide slightly better performance for everyday tasks compared to the Jumper 14" Laptop, which has an Intel Celeron processor but more RAM at 12 GB; however, this comes at the expense of the HP being heavier and having slightly longer battery life.
Content Creation
7.0/10
6.1/10
4.6/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.4/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
8.0 GB
RAM
12.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The HP 14" Laptop 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
6.8/10
6.2/10
4.6/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.4/10
8.0 GB
RAM
12.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
6.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.0/10
The HP 14" Laptop and Jumper 14" Laptop are both only fair for software development, though the HP 14" Laptop is somewhat better.
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
6.3/10
6.1/10
14.0in
SIZE
14.0in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
265.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
220.0 nits
The HP 14" Laptop has a better screen than the Jumper 14" Laptop for general use, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
When choosing a laptop for general use, lower screen resolution and brightness on both the HP and Jumper may make them less vibrant and sharp, but they're still suitable for everyday tasks. For engineering and design, the fair screen quality on these laptops reflects limited color accuracy and range, which can impact detailed color work, although they can handle less color-critical tasks. In gaming and 3D applications where smooth motion is crucial, both laptops' lower refresh rates can lead to less fluid visuals compared to high-refresh-rate displays, making them less ideal for fast-paced or visually intensive games.
Battery
8.5 Hours
7.0 Hours
The HP 14" Laptop has 8.5 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
Very Good
Very Good
14.0in
SIZE
14.0in
3.2 lbs
WEIGHT
2.7 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.6in
The Jumper 14" Laptop and HP 14" Laptop both have very good portability, though the Jumper 14" Laptop has somewhat better portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
6.0/10
5.1/10
The HP 14" Laptop has only fair 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
$414
$247
$100
$200
$300
$400
$500
$600
The HP 14" Laptop has a price of $414 and the Jumper 14" Laptop costs $247.
The HP 14" Laptop and Jumper 14" Laptop are both poor for gaming and AI.
The HP 14" Laptop offers better suitability for gaming and 3D applications because it comes with an AMD Ryzen GPU that typically provides improved graphics performance compared to the Intel UHD Graphics found in the Jumper 14" Laptop. Both have similar screen refresh rates and screen quality, but the HP's superior GPU plays a critical role in gaming and 3D tasks, which are heavily dependent on graphical processing power.
Engineering and Design
6.0/10
5.8/10
4.6/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.4/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.5/10
8.0 GB
RAM
12.0 GB
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers HP 14" Laptop to be only fair for engineering and design, while the Jumper 14" Laptop is poor.
The HP 14" Laptop features a more powerful AMD Ryzen 5 processor with Vega 7 graphics, enhancing its engineering and design capabilities, while the Jumper 14" Laptop uses an Intel Celeron processor with UHD Graphics 600, less suitable for demanding tasks due to its lower performance. Additionally, the HP's superior screen quality and ample RAM support multitasking and detail-oriented work better than the Jumper's lower-grade display and memory configuration.
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How the HP 14" Laptop and the Jumper 14" Laptop compare to other laptops
"This feels like an ideal laptop for someone who doesn’t want to spend a lot of money on a laptop and isn’t too bothered by things like build quality or construction. It’s a laptop that will be used to pay bills, keep track of expenses, do some online shopping, and will be tucked away in a spare bedroom/home office. It’s an appliance designed to do a job without fuss. It’s not a premium experience—the materials do feel a little cheap, the display won’t exactly wow you, and the battery life is nothing to write home about, especially if you’ve used more expensive devices. But overall it’s not too shabby, especially for the price."
"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 HP
HP, also known as Hewlett-Packard, is an American technology company that develops personal computers and computer peripherals. In the laptop industry, HP is known for its entry level Essential series laptops, its mid-range Pavilion, Envy, and Victus series, and high-end Omen and Spectre series, in addition to its business-oriented EliteBook, ProBook, and Dragonfly series laptops. HP laptops generally undercut other mainstream competitors in terms of price, placing itself as the value-oriented mainstream brand.
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