The Jumper 14" Laptop is a more cost-effective option and provides basic features suitable for everyday tasks such as web browsing, document editing, and media consumption with decent battery life. It's less powerful, with fewer storage and memory, so it's not ideal for intensive tasks. The MSI Prestige 14, while typically costing a bit more, offers higher performance with a better processor and more memory, making it suitable for demanding applications, creative work, and multitasking. It also has a sturdier build and potentially better support due to the brand's reputation in the premium segment. If you need a laptop for more than just general use and can afford the higher price, the MSI Prestige 14 would be the better choice for its performance and build quality advantages. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Jumper 14" Laptop
The Jumper 14" Laptop has no clear advantages over the MSI Prestige 14.
Advantages of the MSI Prestige 14
Good for general use
Good for engineering and design
Good for software development
Good for content creation
Good overall build quality
Good speakers
Good keyboard
Key differences
General Use
5.9/10
7.5/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
220.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
313.0 nits
7.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
8.5 Hours
6.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
8.8/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.8/10
The MSI Prestige 14 is good for general use, while the Jumper 14" Laptop is poor.
The Jumper 14" Laptop has a weaker CPU and lower RAM, making it less responsive than the MSI Prestige 14 with its higher-performing CPU and more RAM, which is better for demanding tasks. Additionally, the MSI Prestige 14 offers better screen quality and battery life, enhancing the overall user experience for general use compared to the Jumper 14" Laptop.
Gaming and AI
5.7/10
6.2/10
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
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 MSI Prestige 14 is only fair for gaming and AI, while the Jumper 14" Laptop is poor.
PerfectRec’s Gaming and AI Score strongly emphasizes graphics processing capability, while also taking into account other factors that impact suitability for gaming and AI work.
Engineering and Design
5.8/10
7.1/10
3.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.1/10
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
12.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The MSI Prestige 14 is good for engineering and design, while the Jumper 14" Laptop is poor.
The Jumper 14" Laptop has a less powerful Intel Celeron processor and basic integrated graphics, making it less capable for demanding engineering and design tasks which typically require more powerful CPUs and dedicated GPUs like those in the MSI Prestige 14, which also boasts better screen quality with higher brightness and color coverage, essential for precision work.
Content Creation
6.1/10
7.5/10
3.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.1/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
12.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The MSI Prestige 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
7.3/10
3.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.1/10
12.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
6.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The MSI Prestige 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
6.9/10
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 MSI Prestige 14 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 offers adequate resolution and brightness for everyday tasks but may lack the wide color gamut and precision needed for engineering and design work, which is why its screen is fair in those areas, while a low refresh rate makes it less suitable for smooth rendering in gaming and 3D applications. The MSI Prestige 14 boasts a better combination of resolution, brightness, and color accuracy, making its screen good for both general use and demanding engineering applications, yet it falls short for gaming and 3D due to a refresh rate that isn't as high as gaming-specific laptops. Refresh rate is key for 3D content to be displayed fluidly, and while both screens support standard tasks well, they do not prioritize the high refresh rates needed for optimal gaming and real-time 3D experiences.
Battery
7.0 Hours
8.5 Hours
The Jumper 14" Laptop has 7 hours of battery life. The MSI Prestige 14 has 8.5 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
7.4/10
The MSI Prestige 14 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
$1,040
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
The Jumper 14" Laptop has a price of $240 and the MSI Prestige 14 costs $1,040.
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"The MSI Prestige 14” is excellent for productivity and business use cases, but it is not ideal for creators or visual content editors. The Prestige was able to power through days of email, spreadsheets, and text documents without breaking a sweat and was a joy to use. The additional ports were a breath of fresh air, as most laptops seem to be moving towards just Thunderbolt ports. The security options made signing in effortless, with two quick, more secure, and faster options than even the most complex alphanumeric passcode."
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About MSI
MSI, also known as Micro-Star International, is a Taiwanese technology corporation. MSI is known for their wide range of gaming devices. Their series include the entry-level Cyborg/Thin and Sword/Katana series, the mid-range Bravo/Delta and Crosshair/Pulse series, and their high-end Vector, Raider, Stealth, and Titan GT series. At every performance level, MSI offers a variety of devices with varying balances between performance, battery life, weight, and price, making them a solid option to consider at every price point.
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