The HP Dragonfly Pro 14" offers higher performance with better specs like more storage, additional memory, and a more powerful AMD processor, which are suitable for intensive tasks like engineering or heavy multitasking. If you're looking for a device to handle demanding workloads, graphic-intensive programs, or gaming, the HP might be the better choice despite its higher price. In contrast, the Jumper 14" laptop will be more budget-friendly but comes with a lower-spec Intel Celeron processor and less memory, making it more suitable for general use like web browsing, document editing, or media consumption. However, the Jumper's lower performance means it may not handle more demanding tasks as effectively. The HP also has higher battery capacity for longer use between charges. If portability is a concern, note that the HP is slightly heavier. In summary, for power and versatility go with the HP, and for lighter use and cost savings, consider the Jumper. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the HP Dragonfly Pro 14"
Very good for general use
Good for engineering and design
Good for software development
Good for content creation
Good overall display quality
Very good overall build quality
Very good battery life
Best in class speakers
Very good keyboard
Advantages of the Jumper 14" Laptop
The Jumper 14" Laptop has no clear advantages over the HP Dragonfly Pro 14".
Key differences
General Use
8.0/10
5.9/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
405.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
220.0 nits
10.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
7.0 Hours
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.0/10
8.2/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.8/10
The HP Dragonfly Pro 14" is very good for general use, while the Jumper 14" Laptop is poor.
The HP Dragonfly Pro stands out for general use with its powerful AMD Ryzen processor, sizeable RAM, and high-quality screen, along with excellent keyboard and speaker quality and a robust battery life. In contrast, the Jumper Laptop falls short due to its less powerful Intel Celeron processor, smaller amount of RAM, and lower screen brightness, although it has the advantage of being lighter in weight with equally good portability, and it manages heat excellently.
Gaming and AI
6.5/10
5.7/10
3.9/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.5/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.5/10
The HP Dragonfly Pro 14" is only fair for gaming and AI, while the Jumper 14" Laptop is poor.
The HP Dragonfly Pro 14" is fair for gaming and 3D due to its AMD Radeon 680M GPU, which is relatively capable for such tasks, whereas the Jumper 14" Laptop, with its Intel UHD Graphics 600 GPU, offers very limited gaming and 3D performance, making it poor for those purposes. Both laptops have similar screen refresh rates which are adequate for casual gaming but may not deliver the smoothest experience for fast-paced games or intensive 3D applications.
Engineering and Design
7.6/10
5.8/10
7.7/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.4/10
3.9/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.5/10
16.0 GB
RAM
12.0 GB
The HP Dragonfly Pro 14" is good for engineering and design, while the Jumper 14" Laptop is poor.
The HP Dragonfly Pro 14", with a high-performance AMD processor, superior integrated graphics, and a screen with higher color coverage and brightness, is well-suited for demanding engineering and design tasks. In contrast, the Jumper 14" Laptop's lower-end Intel Celeron processor, basic graphics, and less vibrant screen make it less appropriate for intensive applications common in engineering and design.
Content Creation
7.9/10
6.1/10
7.7/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.4/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
12.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The HP Dragonfly Pro 14" 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
7.8/10
6.2/10
7.7/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.4/10
16.0 GB
RAM
12.0 GB
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.0/10
The HP Dragonfly Pro 14" 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
7.1/10
6.1/10
14.0in
SIZE
14.0in
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
405.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
220.0 nits
The HP Dragonfly Pro 14" 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 Dragonfly Pro offers a high-resolution display and bright panel, enhancing the visual experience and crisp text for general tasks and detailed design work, but lacks a high refresh rate necessary for smooth visuals in gaming and 3D applications. The Jumper's fair screen quality for general use and engineering indicates it has acceptable resolution and brightness but might not cover professional color gamuts fully, leaving colors less accurate for high-end design tasks. Its poorer performance for gaming and 3D stems from an average refresh rate, which doesn’t support the fluid motion that these applications often require.
Battery
10.0 Hours
7.0 Hours
The HP Dragonfly Pro 14" 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.
Portability
Very Good
Very Good
14.0in
SIZE
14.0in
3.4 lbs
WEIGHT
2.7 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.6in
The Jumper 14" Laptop and HP Dragonfly Pro 14" 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
8.5/10
5.1/10
The HP Dragonfly Pro 14" has very 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
$1,400
$240
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The HP Dragonfly Pro 14" has a price of $1,400 and the Jumper 14" Laptop costs $240.
"I’d say that the HP Dragonfly Pro checks off most of the boxes for this freelancer. It feels nice to use, is zippy and responsive, has great speakers, and even has a relatively sane price. Although it’s an unorthodox choice to pick AMD for this kind of machine, it’s clear that when Ryzen is given a chance to shine, it can kick a lot of butt."
"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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