If you value performance and have a higher budget, the MSI Stealth GS66 offers advanced processing and graphics capabilities that cater to intensive tasks like 3D rendering, machine learning, and gaming. It typically has a higher-quality, faster display which enhances the gaming experience and has more ports for peripherals. On the other hand, the Jumper 16" Laptop is more wallet-friendly and might suit everyday tasks like web browsing, light productivity work, and media playback. However, its lower-end components will struggle with demanding software. The MSI Stealth GS66 also comes with a professional version of the OS and likely better build quality, whereas the Jumper 16" is more practical and lightweight, suitable for those who prioritize portability and basic function over high performance. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Jumper 16" Laptop
Good battery life
Advantages of the MSI Stealth GS66
Good for general use
Very good for engineering and design
Good for gaming and AI
Good for software development
Good for content creation
Very good overall display quality
Very good overall build quality
Very 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
280.0 nits
7.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
5.5 Hours
6.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.5/10
7.4/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.5/10
The MSI Stealth GS66 is good for general use, while the Jumper 16" Laptop is poor.
The Jumper 16" Laptop has a lower-end CPU and less RAM, which means it will struggle with multitasking and demanding applications compared to the MSI Stealth GS66, which has a powerful CPU and ample RAM for smooth operation. Additionally, the Jumper falls short in screen color accuracy and battery life, while the MSI offers a better viewing experience and longer usage times, making it more suitable for a variety of general-use scenarios.
Gaming and AI
5.6/10
7.8/10
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
7.8/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
360Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.5/10
The MSI Stealth GS66 is good for gaming and AI, while the Jumper 16" Laptop is poor.
The Jumper 16" Laptop has an Intel UHD Graphics 600 GPU and a maximum screen refresh rate of 60Hz, which are inadequate for smooth gaming and 3D applications, whereas the MSI Stealth GS66 is equipped with a Nvidia RTX 3070 Ti GPU and a higher refresh rate of 360Hz, delivering advanced graphics performance and smoother motion for gaming and 3D tasks.
Engineering and Design
5.6/10
8.2/10
3.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
7.8/10
4.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The MSI Stealth GS66 is very good for engineering and design, while the Jumper 16" Laptop is poor.
The Jumper 16" Laptop is less suitable for engineering and design due to its basic Intel Celeron processor, minimal RAM, and weaker integrated graphics, along with a lower screen quality characterized by its reduced colorspace coverage, which can hinder tasks that require detailed visuals and high performance.
Content Creation
5.9/10
7.7/10
3.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
4.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The MSI Stealth GS66 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
9.1/10
4.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
6.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.5/10
The MSI Stealth GS66 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
8.1/10
16.0in
SIZE
15.6in
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
360Hz
250.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
280.0 nits
The MSI Stealth GS66 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 16" laptop's screen may offer adequate resolution and brightness for tasks like browsing and video streaming, but for precise engineering and design work, its color accuracy may not be up to par due to limited color gamut coverage. The MSI Stealth GS66 provides a balance of high-resolution and bright display that satisfies both general users and professionals in engineering and design, with better color reproduction essential for detailed work. However, both laptops fall short for gaming and 3D applications since they lack high refresh rates, which are crucial for smooth motion and a responsive experience in fast-paced visual environments.
Battery
7.0 Hours
5.5 Hours
The Jumper 16" Laptop has 7 hours of battery life. The MSI Stealth GS66 has 5.5 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
8.0/10
The MSI Stealth GS66 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
$1,718
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
The Jumper 16" Laptop has a price of $260 and the MSI Stealth GS66 costs $1,718.
"The MSI Stealth GS66 is powerful enough for QHD. The Core i7-12700H and the GeForce RTX 3070 Ti found in the 12UGS model that we tested run all modern games smoothly in the native QHD resolution. The 15-inch display is very fast with its 240 Hz refresh rate, and it also offers a great color space (almost 100% DCI-P3) on top of that, which should please gamers as well as content creators, although we would have still wished for a higher brightness. Case, input devices, and connectivity (Thunderbolt 4) are at a good level. However, among other things, the GS66 loses points due to the high temperature development in 3D mode and its poor webcam."
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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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