As you're considering the Jumper 16" Laptop versus the Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3, think about your primary usage. The Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3, designed for gaming, will offer higher performance suitable for demanding tasks like gaming, video editing or design work, but this also means it may have shorter battery life and be more expensive. The Jumper, likely with lower specifications due to the price difference, might be more appropriate for general use like web browsing, office applications, and media consumption, offering longer battery life and improved portability due to its likely lighter build. If performance is a priority and you don't mind the additional cost and potential weight, the IdeaPad Gaming 3 is the better option. However, if you're looking for an affordable, portable laptop for everyday tasks, the Jumper should suffice. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Jumper 16" Laptop
The Jumper 16" Laptop has no clear advantages over the Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3.
Advantages of the Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3
Good for general use
Good for engineering and design
Good for software development
Good for content creation
Good overall display quality
Good overall build quality
Very good keyboard
Key differences
General Use
5.7/10
7.4/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
250.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
329.0 nits
7.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
8.0 Hours
6.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
7.4/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.0/10
The Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3 is good for general use, while the Jumper 16" Laptop is poor.
The Jumper 16" Laptop has a less powerful processor and half the RAM compared to the Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3, leading to poorer performance in tasks that require higher computing power. Furthermore, while both have IPS screens and similar portability, the Lenovo offers a higher refresh rate, better color coverage, and significantly longer battery life, which contributes to a more robust general use experience.
Gaming and AI
5.6/10
6.5/10
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.2/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.0/10
The Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3 is only fair for gaming and AI, while the Jumper 16" Laptop is poor.
The Jumper 16" Laptop's integrated graphics (Intel UHD Graphics 600) are not designed for the demands of gaming and 3D applications, and its screen refresh rate is lower, limiting gameplay smoothness. In contrast, the Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3 includes a dedicated Nvidia RTX 2050 graphics card, which supports more intensive graphics tasks and gaming, along with a higher refresh rate screen for a more fluid visual experience.
Engineering and Design
5.6/10
7.2/10
3.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.2/10
4.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
The Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3 is good for engineering and design, while the Jumper 16" Laptop is poor.
The Jumper 16" Laptop, with a modest Intel Celeron processor and Intel UHD Graphics, is limited for engineering and design, which often require more powerful CPUs and GPUs, like those in the Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3, which has an AMD Ryzen processor and Nvidia RTX Graphics. Moreover, the IdeaPad offers a higher screen refresh rate and better overall performance, essential for demanding engineering software and detailed design work.
Content Creation
5.9/10
7.4/10
3.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
4.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3 is good for content creation, while the Jumper 16" Laptop is poor.
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
6.0/10
7.3/10
3.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
4.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
6.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
The Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3 is good for software development, while the Jumper 16" 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
6.3/10
7.2/10
16.0in
SIZE
15.6in
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
250.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
329.0 nits
The Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3 has a better screen than the Jumper 16" Laptop for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
When considering a laptop for general use, the Jumper's screen may offer basic clarity and brightness, although it may not be as sharp or vivid as higher-end displays. The Lenovo IdeaPad's better resolution and brighter display make it superior for tasks like engineering and design, where color accuracy and wider color gamuts are crucial for precision work. However, both laptops fall short for gaming and 3D tasks, as they lack the high refresh rates necessary for fluid motion and immersive experiences, despite the Lenovo having a slight edge with a better panel type.
Battery
7.0 Hours
8.0 Hours
The Jumper 16" Laptop has 7 hours of battery life. The Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3 has 8 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
7.2/10
The Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3 has good build quality, while the Jumper 16" Laptop has poor build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$600
$549
$200
$300
$400
$500
$600
$700
$800
$900
The Jumper 16" Laptop has a price of $600 and the Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3 costs $549.
"The Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3 is one of the most powerful RTX 3050 Ti laptops. If you disregard the mediocre quality of the case in terms of the material and workmanship, Lenovo has created a successful budget gaming laptop with the IdeaPad Gaming. Thanks to high TDPs and constant performance development, the Core i5-12500H and GeForce RTX 3050 Ti are able to show their full power, while in contrast, the (mostly slower) competitors deliver a better battery life. However, hardly any of the alternative laptops are able to reach the image quality of the Gaming 3. Most of the competitors are left behind in terms of the color space and brightness."
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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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