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Updated March 21, 2024·
If cost is a significant concern and you need a laptop mostly for everyday tasks like browsing, office applications, and streaming, the Jumper 14" Laptop's lower price makes it a sensible option. On the other hand, the MSI Titan 18 HX offers superior performance for intensive tasks like 3D work, machine learning, and gaming; however, it's heavier and less portable, which could be a downside if you travel often. The Titan's advanced capabilities come with a higher price tag, which is an important consideration if you're budget-conscious. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Jumper 14" Laptop
- Very good portability
- Good battery life
Advantages of the MSI Titan 18 HX
- Very good for general use
- Best in class for engineering and design
- Excellent for gaming and AI
- Very good for software development
- Excellent for content creation
- Excellent overall display quality
- Very good overall build quality
- Excellent speakers
- Best in class keyboard
Key differences
General Use
5.9
8.8
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2400
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
Mini LED
220.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
401.0 nits
7.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
4.0 Hours
6.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
10.0/10
8.8/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
5.0/10
The MSI Titan 18 HX is very good for general use, while the Jumper 14" Laptop is poor.
The Jumper 14" Laptop may struggle with multitasking and demanding applications due to a less powerful CPU and less RAM, while its screen quality and battery life may not be as satisfactory as those seeking a smooth and long-lasting user experience would prefer, this coupled with basic storage, keyboard, speaker quality, and average heat management and operating noise do not make it ideal for demanding tasks. On the other hand, the MSI Titan 18 HX, with its superior CPU and ample RAM, provides a more fluid and responsive experience for general use, has a high-quality screen, and despite being less portable and having a shorter battery life than smaller laptops, it offers better performance for extensive usage, complemented by better storage, keyboard, speakers, heat management, and operating noise.
Gaming and AI
5.7
9.4
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
9.9/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2400
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
Yes
7.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.0/10
The MSI Titan 18 HX is excellent for gaming and AI, while the Jumper 14" Laptop is poor.
The Jumper 14" Laptop has a basic GPU and standard screen refresh rate, making it inadequate for high-performance gaming or 3D work. In contrast, the MSI Titan 18 HX boasts a top-tier GPU and a high refresh rate screen, providing smooth and immersive gaming and 3D experiences, while also having a stronger CPU and superior screen quality to further enhance performance.
Engineering and Design
5.8
9.9
3.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.9/10
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
9.9/10
12.0 GB
RAM
128.0 GB
The MSI Titan 18 HX is best in class for engineering and design, while the Jumper 14" Laptop is poor.
The Jumper 14" Laptop, with less powerful CPU, RAM, and GPU, may struggle with demanding engineering software and doesn't have the high-quality screen needed for intricate design work. In contrast, the MSI Titan 18 HX is equipped with top-tier hardware and a superior screen, facilitating high-end engineering tasks, although it's heavier and not as portable, with a more substantial keyboard and lesser speaker quality.
Content Creation
6.1
9.0
3.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.9/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2400
12.0 GB
RAM
128.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
Mini LED
The MSI Titan 18 HX is excellent 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
8.9
3.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.9/10
12.0 GB
RAM
128.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2400
6.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
10.0/10
The MSI Titan 18 HX 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
9.2
14.0in
SIZE
18.0in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2400
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
Mini LED
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
220.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
401.0 nits
The MSI Titan 18 HX 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 will suffice for everyday tasks due to its adequate resolution and brightness, but those working in engineering and design may find its color representation lacking, and gamers will be disappointed by its low refresh rate. The MSI Titan 18 HX, with its superior display, offers sharp, bright images making it excellent for general and professional design use; however, despite its high resolution and panel quality, gamers might not be satisfied because it doesn't have a high refresh rate essential for smooth gameplay. Those engaging in heavy design work will appreciate the MSI's wide color gamut, ensuring precise color accuracy for professional tasks.
Battery
7.0 Hours
4.0 Hours
The Jumper 14" Laptop has 7 hours of battery life. The MSI Titan 18 HX has 4 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
Poor
14.0in
SIZE
18.0in
2.7 lbs
WEIGHT
7.9 lbs
0.6in
THICKNESS
1.2in
The Jumper 14" Laptop has very good portability, while the MSI Titan 18 HX has poor portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
5.1
8.5
The MSI Titan 18 HX 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
$4,949
$0
$1,000
$2,000
$3,000
$4,000
The Jumper 14" Laptop has a price of $240 and the MSI Titan 18 HX costs $4,949.
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How the Jumper 14" Laptop and the MSI Titan 18 HX compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
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| Jumper 14" Laptop | MSI Titan 18 HX |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$240 | $4,949 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | January 1, 2023 | February 1, 2024 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 13.1'' x 8.6'' x 0.6'' | 15.9'' x 12.1'' x 1.26'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 2.76 lbs | 7.93 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 13.08" | 15.9" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 8.64" | 12.08" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel Celeron J4105 | Intel i9-14900HX | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 12 GB | 128 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 4 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 256 GB | 4096 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 7 Hours | 4 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 35.52 Wh | 99.9 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 14" | 18" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | Mini LED | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 3840 x 2400 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 120Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 220 nits | 401 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 5.1/10 | 8.5/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 8.9/10 | 5.1/10 | |
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 | 7/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 6/10 | 10/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 4.8/10 | 9.1/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 1080p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | Yes | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | No | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | No | Yes | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 2 | 3 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 1 | 2 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | No | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 1 | 3 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | N/A | 4 | |
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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 | January 2024
"With no new Nvidia GPU this year for laptops, MSI had to refresh everything surrounding the graphics card to make up for it. Users are getting a new 18-inch chassis design, new 14th gen Intel HX CPU, new AC adapter, larger keys, and a new 120 Hz HDR1000 mini-LED 4K display to accompany the high price tag. Most of these changes are a step up from last year's GT77, but users are ultimately getting the same gaming performance out of both models."
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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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