The choice between the Jumper 16" Laptop and the MSI Prestige 15 depends on what you prioritize. If looking for a cost-effective option, the Jumper is significantly less expensive, but offers lower performance with its Intel Celeron processor and basic integrated graphics, making it suitable for general use like browsing and office applications. On the other hand, the MSI Prestige 15 costs more but provides higher performance with an Intel i5 processor and dedicated graphics, suitable for more demanding tasks such as 3D work, machine learning, and gaming. The MSI Prestige also likely has better build quality and a higher resolution screen. In terms of portability, the MSI is lighter despite its powerful components. If battery life is a concern, the higher capacity battery in the MSI may translate to longer use between charges. Choose the Jumper for everyday tasks and saving money or the MSI for better performance and more intensive applications. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Jumper 16" Laptop
The Jumper 16" Laptop has no clear advantages over the MSI Prestige 15.
Advantages of the MSI Prestige 15
Good for general use
Good for engineering and design
Good for software development
Good for content creation
Good overall build quality
Very good speakers
Good keyboard
Key differences
General Use
5.7/10
7.5/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
250.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
298.0 nits
7.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
7.5 Hours
6.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
7.4/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.7/10
The MSI Prestige 15 is good for general use, while the Jumper 16" Laptop is poor.
The Jumper 16" Laptop, with its lower performance Intel Celeron CPU and 4GB RAM, may struggle with multitasking and more demanding applications, limiting its suitability for general use, compounded by its lesser screen brightness and lower color coverage which can affect visual experience.
Gaming and AI
5.6/10
6.3/10
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.2/10
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
7.0/10
The MSI Prestige 15 is only fair for gaming and AI, while the Jumper 16" Laptop is poor.
The Jumper 16" Laptop's poor performance for gaming and 3D tasks is largely due to its weaker Intel UHD Graphics 600 GPU, which is not suited for high-demand graphics, whereas the MSI Prestige 15, with its Nvidia GTX 1650 Max-Q GPU, provides fair gaming and 3D capabilities.
Engineering and Design
5.6/10
7.2/10
3.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.1/10
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.2/10
4.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The MSI Prestige 15 is good for engineering and design, while the Jumper 16" Laptop is poor.
PerfectRec’s Engineering and Design Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for graphic design and 3D rendering work.
Content Creation
5.9/10
7.5/10
3.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.1/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
4.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The MSI Prestige 15 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
7.2/10
3.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.1/10
4.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
6.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The MSI Prestige 15 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
6.8/10
16.0in
SIZE
15.6in
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
250.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
298.0 nits
The MSI Prestige 15 has a better screen than the Jumper 16" Laptop for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
General use favors the MSI Prestige 15 for its brighter display, sharper resolution, and vibrant panel which enhances visibility and clarity. For engineering and design tasks, the MSI Prestige outperforms the Jumper with better color accuracy, covering wider color gamuts, crucial for detailed and color-sensitive work. However, both laptops are less suitable for gaming and 3D applications as their screens have lower refresh rates, which might not provide as smooth visuals as models specifically designed for these purposes.
Build Quality
5.1/10
7.4/10
The MSI Prestige 15 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
$1,044
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
The Jumper 16" Laptop has a price of $260 and the MSI Prestige 15 costs $1,044.
"The MSI Prestige 15 offers a dazzling 4K image quality, and solid performance. The MSI Prestige 15 appears to consistently implement the guiding principle of throttling the solid and efficient hardware to such an extent that content creation succeeds perfectly. Performance-hungry tasks, on the other hand, are slowed down a little by the reduced power consumption. Conversely, this means that the case remains relatively cool and the dual fan subdued. The battery life also benefits somewhat. So the losses aren't really dramatic because full performance is still available for short bursts."
Get a great deal on the Jumper 16" Laptop or the MSI Prestige 15
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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