The Jumper 16" Laptop, being less expensive, offers a larger 16-inch display, a decent battery life and a lightweight design, making it suitable for those on a budget who need a larger screen for everyday tasks. However, it has less storage and a less powerful Intel Celeron processor compared to the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i, which could limit its ability to handle more demanding applications. The Lenovo, on the other hand, comes with a faster Intel i7 processor, more memory and storage, and better graphics capabilities, making it a stronger option for intensive tasks like photo editing, more serious multitasking, or casual gaming. It also has a higher screen resolution and a smaller 14-inch display, which contributes to its portability. If you prioritize performance and build over screen size and are willing to pay more, the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i is the more capable option. But if budget and screen size are your primary concerns, the Jumper could serve well for general use. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Jumper 16" Laptop
The Jumper 16" Laptop has no clear advantages over the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i.
Advantages of the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i
Good for general use
Good for engineering and design
Good for software development
Good for content creation
Good overall build quality
Very good portability
Very good battery life
Good speakers
Very good keyboard
Key differences
General Use
5.7/10
7.7/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
250.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
340.0 nits
7.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
11.5 Hours
6.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
7.4/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.9/10
The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i is good for general use, while the Jumper 16" Laptop is poor.
The Jumper 16" Laptop has a less powerful CPU, less RAM, and lower screen quality compared to the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i, making it less suitable for general use; additionally, its heavier weight and poorer battery life make it less portable and convenient for day-to-day tasks. The IdeaPad Slim 7i, with a higher-quality CPU, more RAM, and superior screen quality, provides a smoother and more responsive user experience, coupled with better portability and longer battery life, making it good for general use.
Gaming and AI
5.6/10
6.2/10
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
9.5/10
The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i is only fair for gaming and AI, while the Jumper 16" Laptop is poor.
The Jumper 16" Laptop has a weaker Intel UHD Graphics 600 GPU and the same 60Hz screen refresh rate as the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i, but the IdeaPad features a significantly more capable Iris Xe graphics solution that allows for better performance in gaming and 3D applications. Alongside the graphics, the IdeaPad also boasts a higher-quality IPS screen, contributing to a slightly better gaming experience compared to the Jumper 16" Laptop, despite both having the same refresh rate.
Engineering and Design
5.6/10
7.1/10
3.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
5.5/10
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
4.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i is good for engineering and design, while the Jumper 16" Laptop is poor.
The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i outperforms the Jumper 16" Laptop in engineering and design tasks largely because of its more powerful Intel i7 processor, higher RAM capacity, and superior graphics with Intel Iris Xe, which are crucial for complex computations and visual renderings. Additionally, the IdeaPad Slim 7i offers better screen quality with higher brightness and wider color coverage, enhancing visual accuracy that is important for design work, whereas the Jumper's lower specifications in CPU, RAM, GPU, and screen quality make it ill-suited for such demanding applications.
Content Creation
5.9/10
7.7/10
3.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
5.5/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
4.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i 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
7.5/10
3.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
5.5/10
4.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
6.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i 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
6.9/10
16.0in
SIZE
14.0in
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
250.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
340.0 nits
The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i has a better screen than the Jumper 16" Laptop for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
The Jumper's screen is adequate for general use and engineering due to decent resolution and brightness but lacks the wide color gamut necessary for precise color work, while its lower refresh rate and resolution limit gaming and 3D experiences. The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i offers good resolution and brightness which benefits both general and engineering tasks, but like the Jumper, its standard refresh rate is not ideal for gaming and 3D applications. Both laptops will serve well for general use and casual design work, but professionals and gamers might find the screens underwhelming for their specialized needs.
Battery
7.0 Hours
11.5 Hours
The Jumper 16" Laptop has 7 hours of battery life. The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i has 11.5 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.
Portability
Good
Very Good
16.0in
SIZE
14.0in
4.1 lbs
WEIGHT
2.9 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.5in
The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i has very good portability, while the Jumper 16" Laptop has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
5.1/10
7.8/10
The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i 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
$260
$899
$0
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
The Jumper 16" Laptop has a price of $260 and the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i costs $899.
"Among Lenovo's multiple laptop brands, the IdeaPad family is decidedly the one designed for consumers: people who want decent performance at a reasonable price. Consider, then, this laptop a paragon for the pickier members of that crowd. With a 14-inch touch-enabled display, a comfortable keyboard, an Evo-certified Intel Core i7 11th Generation CPU, and the latest Windows 11 operating system, the IdeaPad Slim 7i Pro ultraportable ($1,199 as tested) is a slick mainstream machine at a bit of a premium price, and quite capable for everyday tasks."
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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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