For similar pricing, the HP 17" Laptop, with a larger 17.3-inch display, offers more screen real estate which is ideal for multitasking and consuming media but makes it less portable due to its size and heavier weight compared to the Jumper 14" Laptop with a smaller 14-inch screen. The HP also has a more robust AMD Ryzen 7 processor and greater memory and storage, allowing for better performance in demanding applications such as photo and video editing or multitasking. However, the Jumper may appeal to those prioritizing portability and battery life, as it is significantly lighter and has a better battery performance. Neither laptop is particularly suited for high-end gaming or intensive 3D work, but the HP's stronger CPU and integrated graphics provide a better experience for casual gaming and lighter engineering tasks. If portability and battery life are less of a concern and you lean towards performance, the HP 17" Laptop would be the more suitable choice. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the HP 17" Laptop
Good for general use
Good for software development
Good for content creation
Advantages of the Jumper 14" Laptop
Very good portability
Good battery life
Key differences
General Use
7.3/10
5.9/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
287.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
220.0 nits
5.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
7.0 Hours
6.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.0/10
7.1/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.8/10
The HP 17" Laptop is good for general use, while the Jumper 14" Laptop is poor.
The HP 17" Laptop offers a more powerful CPU and more RAM, leading to better performance for general use than the Jumper 14" Laptop, which has a less powerful processor and less RAM, affecting its multitasking capabilities. Additionally, the HP has a larger screen with higher quality, but this also makes it less portable and offers shorter battery life compared to the more portable Jumper with longer battery life but lower screen quality.
Gaming and AI
6.2/10
5.7/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.5/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
8.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.5/10
The HP 17" Laptop is only fair for gaming and AI, while the Jumper 14" Laptop is poor.
The HP 17" Laptop offers fair gaming and 3D performance thanks to its AMD Ryzen 7 CPU and Vega 8 integrated graphics, which are more capable than the Jumper 14" Laptop's Intel Celeron J4105 and UHD Graphics 600, both of which are generally considered low-end for such tasks. Additionally, the larger screen size of the HP may provide a more immersive gaming experience despite both laptops having the same screen refresh rate and similar screen quality.
Engineering and Design
6.8/10
5.8/10
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.4/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.5/10
16.0 GB
RAM
12.0 GB
The HP 17" Laptop is only fair for engineering and design, while the Jumper 14" Laptop is poor.
The HP 17" Laptop is better suited for engineering and design use because it offers a more powerful AMD Ryzen processor and higher RAM, which are crucial for demanding tasks, alongside a GPU capable of handling more intensive graphics work. Meanwhile, the Jumper 14" Laptop is equipped with a less capable Intel Celeron processor and lower RAM, along with an inferior GPU, making it less suitable for the computational and graphical demands of engineering and design applications.
Content Creation
7.2/10
6.1/10
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.4/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
12.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The HP 17" 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
7.1/10
6.2/10
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.4/10
16.0 GB
RAM
12.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
6.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.0/10
The HP 17" Laptop 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
6.6/10
6.1/10
17.3in
SIZE
14.0in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
287.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
220.0 nits
The HP 17" Laptop has a better screen than the Jumper 14" Laptop for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
The HP's larger screen offers ample space for multitasking and viewing documents for general use but lacks the high resolution and brightness that enhance visual clarity. In engineering and design, its average color gamut doesn't provide the wide spectrum of colors needed for precise color work. While in gaming and 3D applications, the lower refresh rate leads to less fluid motion and a less immersive experience despite the adequate resolution and panel type.
Battery
5.5 Hours
7.0 Hours
The HP 17" Laptop has 5.5 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
Good
Very Good
17.3in
SIZE
14.0in
4.5 lbs
WEIGHT
2.7 lbs
0.8in
THICKNESS
0.6in
The Jumper 14" Laptop has very good portability, while the HP 17" Laptop has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
6.0/10
5.1/10
The HP 17" 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
$850
$240
$0
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
The HP 17" Laptop has a price of $850 and the Jumper 14" Laptop costs $240.
"As far as starter laptops go, the HP Laptop 17 is a sound investment. Sure, it might not be the lightest of options, but what you get for the price is a well-rounded machine that fits multiple niches. Whether it be office duties that require you to multi-task between multiple programs, or study tasks in which you’ll spend hours browsing online, this laptop does it all. Plus, when it's time to unwind, you can watch your favorite shows or movies on a super-wide display. What's best of all is that you can do all this for about half a day on a single charge."
"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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