If budget is a primary concern and basic tasks like web browsing, document editing, and video streaming are your focus, the Jumper laptop may suffice; however, for demanding tasks like 3D modeling, data analysis, or gaming, the Lenovo ThinkPad T14 with its superior performance merits the higher cost. The ThinkPad typically also offers better build quality and a longer-lasting battery, which might be important if you value durability and on-the-go use. In contrast, the Jumper's advantage lies in its lower price and possible lighter weight, making it easier to carry but with trade-offs in power and long-term reliability. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Jumper 14" Laptop
The Jumper 14" Laptop has no clear advantages over the Lenovo ThinkPad T14.
Advantages of the Lenovo ThinkPad T14
Very good for general use
Very good for engineering and design
Very good for software development
Very good for content creation
Very good overall build quality
Good speakers
Excellent keyboard
Key differences
General Use
5.9/10
8.5/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
220.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
321.0 nits
7.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
9.0 Hours
6.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
9.0/10
8.8/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.5/10
The Lenovo ThinkPad T14 is very good for general use, while the Jumper 14" Laptop is poor.
The Jumper 14" Laptop, with its less powerful CPU and lower RAM, struggles with multitasking and advanced applications, and its screen quality and battery life may not satisfy users who need a dependable device for everyday tasks. In contrast, the Lenovo ThinkPad T14 offers a robust CPU and ample RAM for smooth performance, a high-quality screen, long-lasting battery life, and enhanced portability, making it a superior option for general use activities.
Gaming and AI
5.7/10
6.7/10
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.0/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
8.3/10
The Lenovo ThinkPad T14 is only fair for gaming and AI, while the Jumper 14" Laptop is poor.
The Jumper 14" laptop has a less powerful GPU and a lower screen refresh rate, which are both crucial for smooth gaming and effective 3D rendering, while the Lenovo ThinkPad T14, with a relatively better GPU and a higher refresh rate, provides an improved experience for those activities, despite both laptops not being top of the line in terms of gaming and 3D performance. Additionally, the ThinkPad T14 generally has a stronger CPU and better screen quality, contributing to its fair rating for these tasks compared to the Jumper's poor performance in the same areas.
Engineering and Design
5.8/10
8.0/10
3.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.8/10
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.0/10
12.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
The Lenovo ThinkPad T14 is very good for engineering and design, while the Jumper 14" Laptop is poor.
The Jumper 14" Laptop, while more portable, lacks the robust CPU, RAM, and GPU necessary for demanding engineering and design tasks, and its screen quality isn't suited to high-precision work. Conversely, the Lenovo ThinkPad T14 offers a powerful CPU, more RAM, an advanced GPU, and a superior screen, all of which are crucial for such professional applications, though it's heavier and not as easy to carry around.
Content Creation
6.1/10
8.3/10
3.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.8/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
12.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Lenovo ThinkPad T14 is very 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
8.3/10
3.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.8/10
12.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
6.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
9.0/10
The Lenovo ThinkPad T14 is very 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
6.9/10
14.0in
SIZE
14.0in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
220.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
321.0 nits
The Lenovo ThinkPad T14 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 has a screen that provides adequate resolution, brightness, and panel type for everyday tasks but lacks the wide color gamuts demanded by engineering and design professionals, resulting in only fair quality in those areas; for gaming and 3D applications, its lower refresh rate significantly hampers performance, rendering it unsuitable. The Lenovo ThinkPad T14, on the other hand, offers a good balance of resolution, brightness, and panel quality, ensuring a pleasant visual experience for both general use and demanding engineering and design work, though it still falls short for gaming and 3D due to its modest refresh rate. Neither laptop is optimal for gaming and 3D because their screens don't have the high refresh rates required for smooth, responsive visuals that these uses typically necessitate.
Battery
7.0 Hours
9.0 Hours
The Jumper 14" Laptop has 7 hours of battery life. The Lenovo ThinkPad T14 has 9 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.
Build Quality
5.1/10
8.0/10
The Lenovo ThinkPad T14 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
$240
$1,241
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
The Jumper 14" Laptop has a price of $240 and the Lenovo ThinkPad T14 costs $1,241.
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"We like a lot about this laptop. It has many ports, with the inclusion of RJ45-Ethernet as a defining feature. WWAN is upgradable for maximum flexibility and the ThinkPad has many security functions. Working with the ThinkPad input devices is a lot of fun, and Lenovo puts in a serviceable Low Power panel. The AMD Ryzen 7 Pro 7840U delivers a great performance and does not drain the battery fast. Fan noise and temperatures are nothing special, but also far away from bad. With the user replaceable keyboard, the ThinkPad T14 Gen 4 has a special feature rarely present on most modern laptops."
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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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