If you prioritize saving money and mainly engage in everyday tasks like web browsing and document editing, the Jumper 16" Laptop can be an economical choice with sufficient functionality. However, if your work involves more demanding activities like video editing, 3D modeling, or running engineering simulations, investing in the MSI Creator M14 would provide better performance to handle these tasks efficiently, albeit at a higher cost. The MSI also typically offers higher build quality and better display, suitable for precision creative work, but its higher price reflects these enhancements. Keep in mind the MSI may also have a more robust support and warranty network, which could be beneficial for professional use. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Jumper 16" Laptop
Good battery life
Advantages of the MSI Creator M14
Very good for general use
Very good for engineering and design
Good for gaming and AI
Good for software development
Very good for content creation
Good overall display quality
Good overall build quality
Good speakers
Very good keyboard
Key differences
General Use
5.7/10
8.0/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
250.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
350.0 nits
7.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
4.5 Hours
6.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
7.4/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.8/10
The MSI Creator M14 is very good for general use, while the Jumper 16" Laptop is poor.
The Jumper 16" laptop falls short for general use due to its weaker CPU and RAM combination, which can lead to slower performance in everyday tasks, whereas the MSI Creator M14's superior screen quality, longer battery life, and better portability provide a more efficient and enjoyable user experience. While both laptops offer adequate storage and decent build quality, the MSI stands out with a more reliable keyboard, better heat management, and quieter operation, making it better suited for a variety of general use scenarios.
Gaming and AI
5.6/10
7.3/10
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
6.5/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.7/10
The MSI Creator M14 is good for gaming and AI, while the Jumper 16" Laptop is poor.
The Jumper 16" laptop lacks a high-performance GPU and a screen with a fast refresh rate which are crucial for smooth gaming and 3D rendering, while the MSI Creator M14 is equipped with a stronger GPU and higher screen refresh rate, ensuring better performance in these areas. Although both laptops have capable CPUs and good screen quality, the GPU and refresh rate give the MSI Creator M14 a distinct advantage for gaming and 3D applications.
Engineering and Design
5.6/10
8.4/10
3.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.9/10
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
6.5/10
4.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
The MSI Creator M14 is very good for engineering and design, while the Jumper 16" Laptop is poor.
The Jumper 16" Laptop has less powerful CPU, RAM, and GPU, which makes it less suited for demanding engineering and design applications that require high performance, whereas the MSI Creator M14 is equipped with superior CPU, RAM, and GPU, as well as a better screen quality for detailed work. While the Jumper may be more portable and have a quieter operating noise, these factors are less critical when the primary need is the processing power and display precision that the MSI Creator M14 provides.
Content Creation
5.9/10
8.0/10
3.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.9/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
4.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The MSI Creator M14 is very 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
7.8/10
3.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.9/10
4.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
6.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
The MSI Creator M14 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
7.5/10
16.0in
SIZE
14.0in
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
250.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
350.0 nits
The MSI Creator M14 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 Jumper 16" offers adequate resolution and brightness, but its panel type isn't as vibrant or sharp as the MSI Creator M14, which boasts a higher-quality panel with better resolution and brightness, enhancing readability and media consumption. Engineering and design work benefit from the MSI's superior color accuracy and broader color gamuts, providing more precise color representation critical for detailed projects, while the Jumper 16" falls short in this aspect. When it comes to 3D and gaming, neither laptop excels due to poor refresh rates, but their screen resolutions and panel types are acceptable, although not optimal for high-speed visuals these activities demand.
Battery
7.0 Hours
4.5 Hours
The Jumper 16" Laptop has 7 hours of battery life. The MSI Creator M14 has 4.5 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.
Build Quality
5.1/10
7.8/10
The MSI Creator M14 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
$1,500
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The Jumper 16" Laptop has a price of $260 and the MSI Creator M14 costs $1,500.
The MSI Creator M14 and Jumper 16" Laptop both have good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
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How the Jumper 16" Laptop and the MSI Creator M14 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
Jumper 16" Laptop
MSI Creator M14
GENERAL
Price
Price
$260
$1,500
Release Date
Release Date
January 1, 2023
March 1, 2024
Overall Dimensions
Overall Dimensions
16.4'' x 9.6'' x 0.7''
12.4'' x 9.2'' x 0.88''
Weight
Weight
4.19 lbs
3.53 lbs
Width
Width
16.4"
12.39"
Depth
Depth
9.56"
9.19"
INTERNAL
Processor
Processor
Intel Celeron J4105
Intel i7-13620H
RAM
RAM
4 GB
32 GB
DDR Memory Version
DDR Memory Version
4
5
RAM Slots
RAM Slots
0
2
Storage
Storage
128 GB
1024 GB
Storage Slots
Storage Slots
1
1
Graphics
Graphics
UHD Graphics 600
RTX 4060 (45 W)
Mux Switch / Advanced Optimus
Mux Switch / Advanced Optimus
No
No
GPU Type
GPU Type
Integrated
Dedicated
GPU Memory (VRAM)
GPU Memory (VRAM)
N/A
8 GB
Supports DLSS
Supports DLSS
No
Yes
Supports Ray Tracing
Supports Ray Tracing
No
Yes
BATTERY
Battery Life
Battery Life
7 Hours
4.5 Hours
Battery Capacity
Battery Capacity
38 Wh
53.5 Wh
SCREEN
Diagonal Size
Diagonal Size
16"
14"
Display Technology
Display Technology
IPS
IPS
Resolution
Resolution
1920 x 1200
2880 x 1800
Refresh Rate
Refresh Rate
60Hz
60Hz
Display Brightness
Display Brightness
250 nits
350 nits
Screen Aspect Ratio
Screen Aspect Ratio
16:10
16:10
Pixel Density
Pixel Density
141.51 PPI
242.59 PPI
Contrast
Contrast
Unknown
1019: 1
Display Response Time
Display Response Time
Unknown
12.9 ms
DCI-P3
DCI-P3
49 %
100 %
sRGB
sRGB
66 %
100 %
Adobe RGB
Adobe RGB
49 %
85 %
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS
Build Quality Score
Build Quality Score
5.1/10
7.8/10
Portability Score
Portability Score
7.5/10
7.8/10
Gaming Laptop Appearance
Gaming Laptop Appearance
No
No
Premium Business Laptop
Premium Business Laptop
No
No
Fan Noise Score
Fan Noise Score
7.5/10
7.8/10
Facial Recognition
Facial Recognition
No
No
Upper Side Temp (Max)
Upper Side Temp (Max)
Lower Side Temp (Max)
Lower Side Temp (Max)
Palm Rest Temp (Max)
Palm Rest Temp (Max)
Keyboard Lighting Color
Keyboard Lighting Color
N/A
White
Warranty Period
Warranty Period
1 year
1 year
HARDWARE FEATURES
Keyboard Quality Score
Keyboard Quality Score
6/10
8/10
Speaker Quality Score
Speaker Quality Score
4.8/10
7.5/10
Webcam
Webcam
720p
720p
Fingerprint Reader
Fingerprint Reader
No
Yes
Backlit Keyboard
Backlit Keyboard
No
Yes
Number Pad
Number Pad
Yes
No
CONNECTIVITY
USB Type-A
USB Type-A
2
3
USB-C ports
USB-C ports
1
1
USB-C Charging
USB-C Charging
No
No
Display Outputs
Display Outputs
1
2
Thunderbolt Ports
Thunderbolt Ports
0
0
DisplayPorts
DisplayPorts
0
0
HDMI Ports
HDMI Ports
1
1
Ethernet
Ethernet
No
Yes
Bluetooth Version
Bluetooth Version
4
5.3
WiFi Version
WiFi Version
5
6E
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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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