The Jumper 16" Laptop is a budget-friendly option with basic specs, suitable for everyday use like web browsing and office applications. In contrast, the MSI Stealth 14 Studio, while more expensive, offers high performance with advanced specs, ideal for intensive tasks like gaming, 3D rendering, or engineering software. The MSI is also more portable due to its smaller size and lower weight. Therefore, if cost is a primary concern and your needs are basic, the Jumper may suffice, but if you require greater power for demanding applications and value portability, the MSI is a better fit. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Jumper 16" Laptop
Good battery life
Advantages of the MSI Stealth 14 Studio
Good for general use
Very good for engineering and design
Good for gaming and AI
Good for software development
Good for content creation
Good overall display quality
Good overall build quality
Best in class speakers
Good 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
300.0 nits
7.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
5.0 Hours
6.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
7.4/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.8/10
The MSI Stealth 14 Studio is good for general use, while the Jumper 16" Laptop is poor.
The Jumper 16" Laptop is underpowered for general use due to its basic Intel Celeron processor, limited 4GB RAM, and inferior screen quality, which result in slower performance and less visual clarity compared to the MSI Stealth 14 Studio, which boasts a high-performance Intel i7 processor, ample 16GB RAM, and a superior screen, enhancing productivity and content viewing experiences. Additionally, the MSI model offers better portability and longer battery life, making it a more practical choice for users needing mobility without sacrificing performance.
Gaming and AI
5.6/10
7.8/10
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
9.1/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
165Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
Yes
7.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
6.5/10
The MSI Stealth 14 Studio is good for gaming and AI, while the Jumper 16" Laptop is poor.
PerfectRec’s Gaming and AI Score strongly emphasizes graphics processing capability, while also taking into account other factors that impact suitability for gaming and AI work.
Engineering and Design
5.6/10
8.5/10
3.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.0/10
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
9.1/10
4.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The MSI Stealth 14 Studio is very good for engineering and design, while the Jumper 16" Laptop is poor.
The Jumper 16" Laptop with its basic Intel Celeron processor and Intel UHD Graphics is underpowered for engineering tasks and design software compared to the MSI Stealth 14 Studio, which boasts a more robust Intel i7 processor and Nvidia RTX GPU suitable for more demanding applications.
Content Creation
5.9/10
7.9/10
3.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.0/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
4.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The MSI Stealth 14 Studio 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
7.4/10
3.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.0/10
4.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
6.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The MSI Stealth 14 Studio 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
7.6/10
16.0in
SIZE
14.0in
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
165Hz
250.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
300.0 nits
The MSI Stealth 14 Studio 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 fair screen quality in general use is due to a basic resolution and brightness that suffice for everyday tasks but doesn't stand out, while its fair rating in engineering and design is likely because it meets minimum requirements for color accuracy but doesn't excel in color gamuts. The MSI Stealth 14 Studio's good screen quality for general use and engineering design stems from its higher resolution and superior brightness, providing crisp visuals and better display of colors, which is crucial for detailed design work though both laptops fall short in gaming and 3D due to lower refresh rates that can't deliver the smooth visuals demanded by high-speed content.
Battery
7.0 Hours
5.0 Hours
The Jumper 16" Laptop has 7 hours of battery life. The MSI Stealth 14 Studio has 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
7.6/10
The MSI Stealth 14 Studio 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
$1,432
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The Jumper 16" Laptop has a price of $260 and the MSI Stealth 14 Studio costs $1,432.
"You'll find a versatility in the MSI Stealth 14 Studio that isn’t matched by many content-creator laptops we've tested of late. The small frame allows you to (potentially) work from anywhere with an outlet and, if noise isn’t a concern, run your most demanding of programs, thanks to some powerful hardware inside. The MSI Stealth 14 Studio is an attractive and powerful option if you want a portable laptop to be the center of your content work setup."
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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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