When choosing between the Jumper 14" Laptop and the Lenovo IdeaPad 3 14", consider that the Jumper typically costs more and offers a lower-powered Intel Celeron processor, which may be adequate for basic tasks but not for intensive applications. On the other hand, the Lenovo IdeaPad 3 has a more powerful AMD Ryzen 5 processor, which is better suited for demanding tasks and multitasking. Both have similar screen sizes and resolutions, but the Lenovo has a longer battery life, making it more suitable for extended use without charging. If portability is crucial, the Jumper is lighter. The Lenovo's stronger performance at a lower price point could be a more cost-effective choice unless the Jumper's lighter weight is a top priority. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Jumper 14" Laptop
The Jumper 14" Laptop has no clear advantages over the Lenovo IdeaPad 3 14".
Advantages of the Lenovo IdeaPad 3 14"
Good for software development
Good for content creation
Very good battery life
Key differences
General Use
5.9/10
6.9/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
220.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
313.0 nits
7.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
10.0 Hours
6.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.5/10
8.8/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.2/10
The Lenovo IdeaPad 3 14" is only fair for general use, while the Jumper 14" Laptop is poor.
The Jumper 14" Laptop, with its Intel Celeron processor and 12GB of RAM, along with an IPS screen, is suitable for general use tasks, but the low brightness and color coverage of the display may affect screen quality, and its lower battery capacity could result in a shorter battery life.
Content Creation
6.1/10
7.1/10
3.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.6/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
12.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Lenovo IdeaPad 3 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
6.2/10
7.1/10
3.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.6/10
12.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
6.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.5/10
The Lenovo IdeaPad 3 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
6.1/10
6.4/10
14.0in
SIZE
14.0in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
220.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
313.0 nits
The Lenovo IdeaPad 3 14" has a better screen than the Jumper 14" Laptop for general use, gaming and AI, content creation, and software development.
For general use, both the Jumper and Lenovo IdeaPad 3 have adequate resolution and brightness, making images and text clear enough for everyday tasks like browsing and document editing, but the panel type may not provide the widest viewing angles or color accuracy. In engineering and design, the importance of color representation means that while both laptops can handle basic tasks, professionals who rely on precise color matching may find the screens lacking due to limited color gamuts. When it comes to 3D and gaming, the lower refresh rates on these laptops could lead to less fluid motion, and although the resolution and panel types are sufficient, they won't deliver the premium experience found in specialized gaming laptops.
Battery
7.0 Hours
10.0 Hours
The Jumper 14" Laptop has 7 hours of battery life. The Lenovo IdeaPad 3 14" has 10 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
2.7 lbs
WEIGHT
3.1 lbs
0.6in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The Jumper 14" Laptop and Lenovo IdeaPad 3 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
5.1/10
6.5/10
The Lenovo IdeaPad 3 14" 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
$247
$490
$100
$200
$300
$400
$500
$600
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The Jumper 14" Laptop has a price of $247 and the Lenovo IdeaPad 3 14" costs $490.
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Lenovo IdeaPad 3 14" to be only fair for gaming and AI, while the Jumper 14" Laptop is poor.
The Jumper 14" Laptop has a lower-end Intel UHD Graphics 600 GPU which is not suited for gaming and 3D applications, while the Lenovo IdeaPad 3 14" is equipped with the more capable AMD Ryzen 5 5500U with Vega 7 graphics, providing better performance for these tasks. Additionally, even though both have the same screen refresh rate, the Lenovo IdeaPad 3 offers a higher quality screen with its superior brightness and contrast ratio, which enhances the visual experience for gaming and 3D content.
Engineering and Design
5.8/10
6.1/10
3.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.6/10
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
12.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Lenovo IdeaPad 3 14" to be only fair for engineering and design, while the Jumper 14" Laptop is poor.
The Jumper 14" Laptop has a less powerful Intel Celeron processor and Intel UHD Graphics which may struggle with demanding engineering and design tasks, whereas the Lenovo IdeaPad 3 offers a better performing AMD Ryzen processor and Vega 7 graphics, making it more suitable for such tasks.
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How the Jumper 14" Laptop and the Lenovo IdeaPad 3 14" compare to other laptops
"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."
"The low-priced IdeaPad 3 14 delivers on core functionality. Lenovo's IdeaPad 3 14 meets all the basic requirements for an inexpensive office laptop. The matte IPS display is bright enough, the performance is high for the class, and the input devices are rock solid. In addition, the mostly quiet operation including the useful performance modes, cool surface temperatures, easy maintainability as well as expandable working and mass storage all contribute to the IdeaPad 3 14's value proposition."
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About Lenovo
Lenovo is a Chinese technology company, and one of the largest personal computer vendor. They are well known for a variety of technology products, including laptops. Their consumer series include their entry level IdeaPad and LOQ series and mid-to-high-end Yoga and Legion series. On the business-oriented side, their series include their entry-level ThinkBook series and mid-to-high-end ThinkPad series. Lenovo laptops offer strong performance for reasonable prices, and are often on sale.
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