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Updated January 10, 2024·
If portability and battery life are top priorities and you need a machine that will last longer on a single charge and is easier to carry around, the Apple MacBook Pro 13 (2022) is the superior choice. Its performance in general use and more demanding tasks like 3D rendering and engineering software outpaces the ASUS R410MA significantly. However, the MacBook Pro costs more than the ASUS. The ASUS R410MA is a more budget-friendly option, but it has a lower-resolution display and less powerful hardware, making it fine for basic tasks like browsing and office applications but less suited for intensive workloads. The ASUS's battery life is also shorter, which might require more frequent charging during the day. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Apple MacBook Pro 13 (2022)
- Good for general use
- Good for engineering and design
- Good for software development
- Good for content creation
- Good overall display quality
- Best in class overall build quality
- Best in class battery life
- Best in class speakers
- Best in class keyboard
Advantages of the ASUS R410MA
- The ASUS R410MA has no clear advantages over the Apple MacBook Pro 13 (2022).
Key differences
General Use
7.7
5.5
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
TN
497.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
200.0 nits
20.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
8.5 Hours
9.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
5.3/10
8.9/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.5/10
The Apple MacBook Pro 13 (2022) is good for general use, while the ASUS R410MA is poor.
The Apple MacBook Pro 13 (2022) offers a more powerful CPU, more RAM, and a higher quality display, making it better for general use compared to the ASUS R410MA which has a lower-end CPU, less RAM, and a lower resolution screen. Additionally, the MacBook Pro benefits from greater portability with its longer battery life and lighter design, whereas the ASUS, although lighter, falls short in battery longevity and also has a lower-quality keyboard and speakers.
Gaming and AI
6.5
5.4
4.3/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.5/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
10.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.0/10
The Apple MacBook Pro 13 (2022) is only fair for gaming and AI, while the ASUS R410MA is poor.
The Apple MacBook Pro 13 (2022) with its Apple M2 chip that includes a 10-core GPU and a higher-quality IPS display is better suited for 3D work than the ASUS R410MA, which has a less capable Intel Celeron N4020 CPU paired with Intel UHD Graphics 600, known for lower performance, and a lower-quality TN display.
Engineering and Design
7.5
5.3
6.7/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.3/10
4.3/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.5/10
8.0 GB
RAM
4.0 GB
The Apple MacBook Pro 13 (2022) is good for engineering and design, while the ASUS R410MA is poor.
The Apple MacBook Pro 13 (2022) excels in engineering and design with its powerful Apple M2 CPU, ample RAM, and robust GPU, alongside a high-resolution IPS screen offering excellent color accuracy. In contrast, the ASUS R410MA falls short due to its basic Intel Celeron CPU, lower RAM, inferior GPU, and a lower quality TN screen with limited resolution and color reproduction, making it less suited for demanding engineering software and detailed design work.
Content Creation
7.9
5.7
6.7/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.3/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
8.0 GB
RAM
4.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
TN
The Apple MacBook Pro 13 (2022) is good for content creation, while the ASUS R410MA 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
7.8
5.6
6.7/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.3/10
8.0 GB
RAM
4.0 GB
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
9.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
5.3/10
The Apple MacBook Pro 13 (2022) is good for software development, while the ASUS R410MA 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
7.6
5.1
13.3in
SIZE
14.0in
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
TN
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
497.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
200.0 nits
The Apple MacBook Pro 13 has a better screen than the ASUS R410MA for general use, AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
The Apple MacBook Pro 13 has a high-resolution display with bright and vibrant colors, providing a crisp and detailed view for general use and engineering tasks, while its wide color gamut supports professional design work. However, its refresh rate is not as high as specialized gaming laptops, making it less suitable for 3D applications where smooth motion is critical. The ASUS R410MA, on the other hand, may offer lower resolution and brightness, resulting in less clarity and vibrancy for both everyday and professional tasks, and its limited color range and refresh rate make it less ideal for demanding design software or fast-paced 3D gaming.
Battery
20.0 Hours
8.5 Hours
The Apple MacBook Pro 13 has 20 hours of battery life. The ASUS R410MA has 8.5 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
10.0
5.1
The Apple MacBook Pro 13 (2022) has best in class build quality, while the ASUS R410MA has poor build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$1,219
$111
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
The Apple MacBook Pro 13 (2022) has a price of $1,219 and the ASUS R410MA costs $111.
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Key similarities
Portability
Very Good
Very Good
13.3in
SIZE
14.0in
3.0 lbs
WEIGHT
2.8 lbs
0.6in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The Apple MacBook Pro 13 (2022) and ASUS R410MA both have very good portability.
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Spec Comparison
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| Apple MacBook Pro 13 (2022) | ASUS R410MA |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,219 | $111 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | June 1, 2022 | May 1, 2021 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 12'' x 8.4'' x 0.61'' | 12.8'' x 8.5'' x 0.71'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 3 lbs | 2.87 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 11.97" | 12.8" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 8.36" | 8.54" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Apple M2 | Intel Celeron N4020 | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 8 GB | 4 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 256 GB | 128 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 20 Hours | 8.5 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 58.2 Wh | 42 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 13.3" | 14" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | TN | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 2560 x 1600 | 1366 x 768 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 497 nits | 200 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 10/10 | 5.1/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 8.9/10 | 8.6/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | Yes | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 10/10 | 7/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 9.5/10 | 5.3/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 9.5/10 | 6/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 480p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | Yes | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | No | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | No | No | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 0 | 2 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 2 | 1 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | No | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 1 | 1 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | 3 | N/A | |
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Apple MacBook Pro 13 (2022)
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Andreas Osthoff | June 2022
"The MacBook Pro 13 is still a very good subnotebook. The 2022 MacBook Pro 13 might look like recycling at first, because the device is completely identical to the old model expect for the new M2 SoC. We have to admit that we were surprised to see another iteration of the MBP 13 as well. The laptop is obviously familiar, but this does not change the fact that it is still a very good subnotebook. You get an excellent chassis with good stability, a very good display, good input devices and the new M2 chip is very powerful and efficient."
ASUS R410MA
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Matthew Buzzi | August 2021
"The Asus Laptop L410 is a super-affordable PC, even among budget notebooks, compromising on the display and processing power to deliver a serviceable Windows machine with good battery life and useful ports. The build is reasonably solid, there’s a good mix of ports, battery life is long enough, and it can perform basic everyday tasks. On the flip side, the screen is poor, anything other than basic tasks is a tough ask, and it has little memory and even less storage."
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About Apple
Apple, an American technology company, is one of the world’s largest company in terms of market capitalization. Their MacBook laptops feature a slim, minimalistic design, class-leading battery life, and premium display and speaker quality. In 2020 Apple switched from using Intel processors to their own silicon chips which have excellent performance and efficiency. The macOS operating system is the second most widely used OS, after Windows.
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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