Choosing between the Jumper 16" Laptop and the Lenovo ThinkPad Z13, consider your primary needs: if you're seeking a more budget-friendly option for basic tasks, the Jumper might suit you well, though it offers modest storage and memory, and its processor and graphics are lower-end, making it less suitable for demanding applications. On the other hand, the Lenovo ThinkPad Z13, while pricier, provides significantly more storage and memory, a much more powerful processor and integrated graphics, ideal for intensive tasks and multitasking. It's also lighter and more compact, enhancing portability, and includes premium add-ons like a higher-quality screen with touchscreen capability and better build quality. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Jumper 16" Laptop
The Jumper 16" Laptop has no clear advantages over the Lenovo ThinkPad Z13.
Advantages of the Lenovo ThinkPad Z13
Good for general use
Good for engineering and design
Good for software development
Good for content creation
Good overall display quality
Very good overall build quality
Excellent portability
Very good battery life
Very good speakers
Excellent keyboard
Key differences
General Use
5.7/10
7.8/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
250.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
379.0 nits
7.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
10.0 Hours
6.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
9.0/10
7.4/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
9.2/10
The Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 is good for general use, while the Jumper 16" Laptop is poor.
The Jumper 16" Laptop has less RAM and a weaker CPU, which may lead to slower performance for daily tasks, whereas the Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 offers a higher RAM capacity and a more powerful CPU, ensuring smoother operation for general use. Additionally, the ThinkPad's better screen quality, higher portability due to its smaller size and lighter weight, and longer battery life significantly enhance its suitability for everyday usage compared to the Jumper laptop.
Gaming and AI
5.6/10
6.3/10
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.9/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
9.1/10
The Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 is only fair for gaming and AI, while the Jumper 16" Laptop is poor.
The Jumper 16" Laptop is rated poorly for gaming and 3D because it has a basic Intel UHD Graphics 600 GPU and a standard 60Hz screen refresh rate, which are not optimal for high-performance tasks. On the other hand, the Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 is rated fair for these purposes due to its significantly better integrated AMD Radeon 680M graphics and the same 60Hz refresh rate, paired with a stronger CPU and higher screen quality, making it more suitable for gaming and 3D applications.
Engineering and Design
5.6/10
7.3/10
3.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.8/10
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.9/10
4.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 is good for engineering and design, while the Jumper 16" Laptop is poor.
The Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 outperforms the Jumper 16" Laptop for engineering and design use due to its more powerful AMD Ryzen processor, ample 16GB of RAM, and superior AMD Radeon GPU, which are crucial for demanding software, along with a high-quality screen. In contrast, the Jumper's Intel Celeron CPU, 4GB of RAM, and basic Intel UHD Graphics are less suitable for such tasks, and its screen quality falls short compared to the ThinkPad, even though it may be lighter and have a unique 16" form factor.
Content Creation
5.9/10
7.8/10
3.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.8/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
4.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 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
7.7/10
3.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.8/10
4.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
6.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
9.0/10
The Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 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
7.0/10
16.0in
SIZE
13.3in
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
250.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
379.0 nits
The Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 has a better screen than the Jumper 16" Laptop for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
For general use, the Lenovo ThinkPad Z13's higher resolution and better brightness, along with a high-quality panel type, provide clearer and more vibrant visuals, offering superior screen quality than the Jumper's fair resolution and brightness. In engineering and design, the ThinkPad's coverage of color gamuts ensures more accurate color reproduction, which is crucial for precision work, something that the Jumper doesn't deliver as effectively. However, when it comes to gaming and 3D applications, both laptops fall short due to their lower refresh rates, despite the ThinkPad's slightly better resolution and panel type that could offer more detail and stability in visuals.
Battery
7.0 Hours
10.0 Hours
The Jumper 16" Laptop has 7 hours of battery life. The Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 has 10 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
Excellent
16.0in
SIZE
13.3in
4.1 lbs
WEIGHT
2.7 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.5in
The Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 has excellent portability, while the Jumper 16" Laptop has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
5.1/10
8.5/10
The Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 has very 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
$1,000
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
The Jumper 16" Laptop has a price of $260 and the Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 costs $1,000.
"In the premium ultraportable space, the Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 competes with the best of the best, and still manages to shine. The design is an impressive departure from the bland bare-metal laptop that's become so popular in recent years, and the AMD-powered system has performance that's just as impressive. It's a stark alternative to the Intel-based majority, and it stands up well enough to the impressive Apple M2 processor."
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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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