The Jumper 14" Laptop tends to be more portable due to its smaller size, which might be a key factor if you travel frequently or have limited space. On the other hand, the Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15" offers a larger screen which can be a bonus for multitasking, watching videos, or working with larger spreadsheets. If you plan on doing more performance-heavy tasks like video editing or gaming, the Lenovo may offer better performance because larger laptops often have better cooling systems and can accommodate more powerful components. However, larger laptops also tend to be heavier and may have shorter battery life due to their more powerful hardware. Decide based on whether portability or screen size and performance are more critical for your needs. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Jumper 14" Laptop
Very good portability
Advantages of the Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15"
Good for general use
Good for software development
Good for content creation
Good overall build quality
Very good battery life
Very good keyboard
Key differences
General Use
5.9/10
7.4/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
220.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
341.0 nits
7.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
11.0 Hours
6.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
8.8/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.8/10
The Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15" is good for general use, while the Jumper 14" Laptop is poor.
The Jumper 14" Laptop has enough RAM for multitasking and a decent screen but is held back by a less powerful CPU and lower screen brightness, affecting its overall performance and visibility in well-lit conditions. In contrast, the Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15" boasts a stronger CPU, superior screen brightness, and bigger battery, making it more capable for a variety of tasks and easier to use outdoors or in bright environments, but it's also heavier, which might impact portability.
Gaming and AI
5.7/10
6.2/10
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
1920 x 1080
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 Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15" is only fair for gaming and AI, while the Jumper 14" Laptop is poor.
The Jumper 14" Laptop has an Intel UHD Graphics 600 which is less powerful compared to the AMD Vega 8 graphics in the Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15", making it suboptimal for gaming and 3D applications that require strong graphical processing capabilities; both laptops have similar screen refresh rates which are adequate for general use but not ideal for high-end gaming where higher refresh rates can provide smoother visuals.
Engineering and Design
5.8/10
6.7/10
3.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.8/10
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
12.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
The Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15" is only fair for engineering and design, while the Jumper 14" Laptop is poor.
The Jumper 14" Laptop's lower-end CPU and GPU do not offer the power typically needed for demanding engineering and design tasks, while the Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15" has a stronger CPU and capable integrated GPU suitable for fair performance in these areas. Additionally, the Lenovo's larger, higher quality display aids in detail-oriented work which is crucial for engineering and design, versus the smaller, less vibrant screen of the Jumper.
Content Creation
6.1/10
7.3/10
3.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.8/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
12.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15" 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
7.3/10
3.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.8/10
12.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
6.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
The Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15" 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
6.5/10
14.0in
SIZE
15.6in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
220.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
341.0 nits
The Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15" has a better screen than the Jumper 14" Laptop for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
The Jumper 14" Laptop and Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15" both offer adequate display resolution and brightness for everyday tasks like browsing and watching videos, making them sufficient for general use. However, for engineering and design work, where precise color representation is crucial, these laptops may fall short as they likely don't cover the wider color gamuts required for professional photo editing and CAD work. When it comes to 3D applications and gaming, the importance of a high refresh rate for smooth motion isn't met by either laptop, and while their screen resolutions and panel types are acceptable, they don't deliver the premium visual experience desired for these uses.
Battery
7.0 Hours
11.0 Hours
The Jumper 14" Laptop has 7 hours of battery life. The Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15" has 11 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
Good
14.0in
SIZE
15.6in
2.7 lbs
WEIGHT
4.0 lbs
0.6in
THICKNESS
0.6in
The Jumper 14" Laptop has very good portability, while the Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15" has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
5.1/10
7.6/10
The Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15" 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
$240
$771
$0
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
The Jumper 14" Laptop has a price of $240 and the Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15" costs $771.
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"The Lenovo IdeaPad 5 is convincing due to its long battery life. The device scores points especially with its large battery and long battery runtimes combined with its low consumption. The CPU and GPU perform in the test as one would expect, and in line with what was familiar from the somewhat smaller 14-inch sister model, the Lenovo IdeaPad 5 14."
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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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