If budget is a major consideration and you are looking for a less expensive laptop for basic tasks, the ASUS Vivobook Go 12 might suit your needs. However, you should be aware that it has less storage and memory, and a smaller, lower-resolution screen compared to the Jumper 14" Laptop. The Jumper offers a larger, higher resolution display, more storage, and potentially better performance, but at a higher cost. If these enhancements align with your needs for more intensive tasks such as multitasking or media consumption, and you can stretch your budget, the Jumper 14" may be worth the extra investment. Keep in mind that both feature similar graphics capabilities, so they're not designed for high-end gaming or demanding graphics work. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS Vivobook Go 12
Excellent portability
Very good battery life
Advantages of the Jumper 14" Laptop
The Jumper 14" Laptop has no clear advantages over the ASUS Vivobook Go 12.
Key differences
Software Development
5.7/10
6.2/10
3.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.4/10
4.0 GB
RAM
12.0 GB
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
5.3/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.0/10
The Jumper 14" Laptop is only fair for software development, while the ASUS Vivobook Go 12 is poor.
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
5.1/10
6.1/10
11.6in
SIZE
14.0in
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
200.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
220.0 nits
The Jumper 14" Laptop has a better screen than the ASUS Vivobook Go 12 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
For general use, the ASUS Vivobook Go 12's screen may be less satisfactory due to inferior panel quality, lower resolution, and dimmer brightness, which affects the clarity and comfort during everyday tasks. In engineering and design, the screen's limited color gamut coverage means less accurate color reproduction, which is crucial for detailed and color-critical work. Lastly, the Jumper's screen, while fair for everyday tasks, falls short for 3D applications where its lower refresh rate can lead to less smooth visuals, affecting the gaming and advanced graphical experiences.
Battery
10.0 Hours
7.0 Hours
The ASUS Vivobook Go 12 has 10 hours of battery life. The Jumper 14" Laptop has 7 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.
Cost
$267
$247
$100
$150
$200
$250
$300
$350
$400
The ASUS Vivobook Go 12 has a price of $267 and the Jumper 14" Laptop costs $247.
The Jumper 14" Laptop and ASUS Vivobook Go 12 are both poor for general use.
The ASUS Vivobook Go 12 has a smaller screen with lower resolution and less vibrant colors, less storage, and a less powerful processor compared to the Jumper 14" Laptop, which offers a larger, higher-resolution screen and more memory, making the Jumper better for general use. While the ASUS model might be slightly more portable due to its smaller size and weight, it falls short in terms of performance and screen quality, which are very important for a satisfactory general use experience.
Gaming and AI
5.4/10
5.7/10
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.5/10
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.5/10
The Jumper 14" Laptop and ASUS Vivobook Go 12 are both poor for gaming and AI.
The ASUS Vivobook Go 12 and the Jumper 14" Laptop both fall short for gaming and 3D because they come with Intel UHD Graphics 600, which provides lackluster gaming performance compared to dedicated gaming GPUs. Additionally, both laptops have a screen refresh rate limited to 60Hz which is lower than the higher refresh rates preferred for a smoother gaming experience.
Engineering and Design
5.3/10
5.8/10
3.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.4/10
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.5/10
4.0 GB
RAM
12.0 GB
The Jumper 14" Laptop and ASUS Vivobook Go 12 are both poor for engineering and design.
The ASUS Vivobook Go 12 and the Jumper 14" Laptop are unsuitable for engineering and design use mainly because of their weak CPUs, limited RAM, and basic GPUs, which are insufficient for demanding software used in these fields. Additionally, the screen quality of both laptops is compromised with low resolution and color coverage, hindering detailed visual work which is crucial for design tasks.
Content Creation
5.7/10
6.1/10
3.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.4/10
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
4.0 GB
RAM
12.0 GB
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Jumper 14" Laptop to be only fair for content creation, while the ASUS Vivobook Go 12 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.
Portability
Excellent
Very Good
11.6in
SIZE
14.0in
2.3 lbs
WEIGHT
2.7 lbs
0.6in
THICKNESS
0.6in
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers ASUS Vivobook Go 12 to have excellent portability, while the Jumper 14" Laptop has very good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
5.1/10
5.1/10
The ASUS Vivobook Go 12 and Jumper 14" Laptop both have poor build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
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How the ASUS Vivobook Go 12 and the Jumper 14" Laptop compare to other laptops
"For the vast majority of people looking for a beautiful, affordable, and portable laptop, the Jumper EZbook S5 is a perfect choice. It’s surprisingly capable of things like web browsing, Office, webmail, and beyond. The experience offers a few compromises when it comes to more intensive tasks, but for college students looking to save money, or someone looking to buy their kid a basic daily-use laptop, this is truly one great option."
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About ASUS
ASUS, a Taiwanese electronics brand, is one of the largest personal computer vendor by market share. The majority of their laptops are targeted towards personal use or gaming. Their most popular product lines include the budget-friendly VivoBook, more premium ZenBook, and their TUF and ROG gaming laptops, the latter of which has a reputation for excellent gaming performance.
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