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Updated January 16, 2024·
If affordability is your priority and your computing needs are basic, such as web browsing, office applications, and media consumption, the Jumper 14" Laptop may be a suitable choice due to its lower cost. For those who require high performance for tasks like gaming, 3D modeling, or machine learning, the MSI Raider GE78, while significantly pricier, will deliver much more power and a better experience overall. It will also likely have a stronger build quality and more advanced features. However, it will be less portable than the Jumper, not just in weight and size but also in battery life, as powerful laptops often consume more battery. Consider what’s more critical for you: performance and features at a higher price, or basic functionality at a more affordable cost. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Jumper 14" Laptop
- Very good portability
Advantages of the MSI Raider GE78
- Very good for general use
- Excellent for engineering and design
- Best in class for gaming and AI
- Very good for software development
- Very good for content creation
- Very good overall display quality
- Very good overall build quality
- Best in class speakers
- Best in class keyboard
Key differences
General Use
5.9
8.7
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
220.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
384.0 nits
7.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
6.0 Hours
6.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
9.5/10
8.8/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
5.5/10
The MSI Raider GE78 is very good for general use, while the Jumper 14" Laptop is poor.
The Jumper 14" Laptop, with its basic CPU and integrated graphics, is rated fair for general use and has reasonable battery life and portability, making it suitable for everyday tasks and on-the-go use. In contrast, the MSI Raider GE78 boasts a high-end CPU and dedicated graphics, delivering very good performance for demanding applications, but it's heavier and has shorter battery life, impacting portability for power users or gamers.
Gaming and AI
5.7
9.5
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
9.9/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
Yes
7.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
6.5/10
The MSI Raider GE78 is best in class for gaming and AI, while the Jumper 14" Laptop is poor.
The Jumper 14" Laptop has an entry-level GPU and a standard screen refresh rate, making it less suitable for the demands of gaming and 3D applications, whereas the MSI Raider GE78 is equipped with a top-of-the-line GPU and a very high refresh rate screen, enabling it to handle intensive gaming and 3D tasks with ease. Additionally, the MSI's high-quality screen and powerful CPU contribute to a superior gaming and 3D experience, but this also makes it less portable than the Jumper.
Engineering and Design
5.8
9.4
3.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.9/10
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
9.9/10
12.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
The MSI Raider GE78 is excellent for engineering and design, while the Jumper 14" Laptop is poor.
The Jumper 14" Laptop is ill-suited for engineering and design because it has a lower-tier Intel Celeron processor, limited RAM, and a basic integrated graphics unit, which may struggle with demanding engineering applications and complex designs.
Content Creation
6.1
8.8
3.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.9/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
12.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The MSI Raider GE78 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
8.5
3.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.9/10
12.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
6.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
9.5/10
The MSI Raider GE78 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
8.6
14.0in
SIZE
17.3in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
220.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
384.0 nits
The MSI Raider GE78 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's display suffices for routine tasks with its acceptable resolution and brightness, but its limited color range and modest refresh rate can hinder detailed engineering work and provide a less immersive gaming experience. The MSI Raider, with its excellent color accuracy and high brightness, offers a superior visual experience for precise design tasks, but a lower refresh rate may detract from fast-paced 3D games where fluid motion is key. Both laptops, however, may not fully satisfy gaming enthusiasts or professional 3D designers who prioritize high refresh rates for the smoothest visuals.
Portability
Very Good
Poor
14.0in
SIZE
17.3in
2.7 lbs
WEIGHT
6.8 lbs
0.6in
THICKNESS
1.1in
The Jumper 14" Laptop has very good portability, while the MSI Raider GE78 has poor portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
5.1
8.5
The MSI Raider GE78 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
$4,386
$0
$1,000
$2,000
$3,000
$4,000
The Jumper 14" Laptop has a price of $240 and the MSI Raider GE78 costs $4,386.
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Battery
7.0 Hours
6.0 Hours
The Jumper 14" Laptop has 7 hours of battery life. The MSI Raider GE78 has 6 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.
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How the Jumper 14" Laptop and the MSI Raider GE78 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Jumper 14" Laptop | MSI Raider GE78 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$240 | $4,386 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | January 1, 2023 | May 1, 2023 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 13.1'' x 8.6'' x 0.6'' | 15'' x 11.7'' x 1.13'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 2.76 lbs | 6.83 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 13.08" | 14.97" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 8.64" | 11.73" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel Celeron J4105 | Intel i9-13980HX | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 12 GB | 32 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 256 GB | 2048 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 7 Hours | 6 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 35.52 Wh | 99.9 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 14" | 17.3" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 2560 x 1600 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 240Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 220 nits | 384 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 5.1/10 | 8.5/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 8.9/10 | 5.6/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | Yes | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 7.5/10 | 6.5/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 6/10 | 9.5/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 4.8/10 | 9.5/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 1080p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | No | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | No | Yes | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 2 | 2 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 1 | 3 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | No | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 1 | 4 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | N/A | 4 | |
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Jumper 14" Laptop
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Michael C. Smith | January 2024
"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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Allen Ngo | March 2023
"Performance-wise, the GE78 offers a significant boost over the GE77 for just slightly higher power consumption. You'll have to get the RTX 4080 or 4090 configurations to see the performance advantages, however, as the RTX 4070 is closer in performance to the older RTX 3080 Ti. In terms of design, some users might prefer the 16:9 minimalistic look of the older GE77 over the 16:10 retro-inspired GE78 and vice versa. We wouldn't call one better than the other in terms of aesthetics, but we'll give the edge to the GE78 for its stronger hinges and larger keys and clickpad."
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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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