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Updated January 10, 2024·
The ASUS R410MA is a budget laptop that's less expensive with basic features suitable for general use, with less storage, lower processing power and graphics capability, which limits its performance in demanding tasks, gaming, or engineering software. It's lighter and smaller, so it's more portable but has a lower-quality TN display with a standard resolution, impacting screen clarity and color reproduction. Conversely, the ASUS TUF Gaming A16 is more expensive with higher-end components that provide better performance for intensive gaming, 3D modelling, machine learning, and engineering tasks. It includes more storage space, a faster processor, higher-quality graphics, and a better battery life. It has a larger, high-resolution IPS display that offers better colors and viewing angles, yet it's heavier and less portable. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS R410MA
- Very good portability
Advantages of the ASUS TUF Gaming A16
- Good for general use
- 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
- Very good battery life
- Good speakers
- Good keyboard
Key differences
General Use
5.5
7.6
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
200.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
294.0 nits
8.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
12.0 Hours
5.3/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
8.5/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.0/10
The ASUS TUF Gaming A16 is good for general use, while the ASUS R410MA is poor.
The ASUS R410MA has a much weaker CPU and less RAM, which makes it slower for handling multiple applications, and it features a lower quality screen, which leads to a less enjoyable viewing experience. On the other hand, the ASUS TUF Gaming A16 provides a more powerful CPU and more RAM, which ensures smooth operation for a variety of tasks, in addition to a higher quality screen with better colors and resolution, all of which are essential for a good general use experience, but this comes at the expense of being less portable and having a shorter battery life compared to the R410MA.
Gaming and AI
5.4
7.4
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
7.7/10
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
165Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
Yes
7.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
6.7/10
The ASUS TUF Gaming A16 is good for gaming and AI, while the ASUS R410MA is poor.
The ASUS R410MA is equipped with a basic Intel Celeron processor and Intel UHD Graphics, along with a lower-quality TN panel with a standard refresh rate, making it unsuitable for gaming and 3D applications. On the other hand, the ASUS TUF Gaming A16 boasts a much more powerful AMD Ryzen processor and AMD RX graphics, paired with a high-quality IPS display with a high refresh rate, which are features that greatly enhance gaming and 3D performance.
Engineering and Design
5.3
7.7
3.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
7.7/10
4.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The ASUS TUF Gaming A16 is good for engineering and design, while the ASUS R410MA is poor.
The ASUS R410MA has a lower-tier CPU and GPU and only 4GB of RAM, making it inadequate for engineering and design tasks, while the ASUS TUF Gaming A16 boasts a more powerful Ryzen CPU, AMD RX GPU, and 16GB of RAM suited for more demanding applications, alongside a higher quality screen which is crucial for design work. Additionally, the TUF Gaming A16's larger and more color-accurate display enhances visual work, although it is heavier and less portable than the R410MA.
Content Creation
5.7
7.6
3.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
4.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The ASUS TUF Gaming A16 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
5.6
7.3
3.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
4.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
5.3/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
The ASUS TUF Gaming A16 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
5.1
7.5
14.0in
SIZE
16.0in
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
165Hz
200.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
294.0 nits
The ASUS TUF Gaming A16 has a better screen than the ASUS R410MA for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
For general use, the ASUS TUF Gaming A16's better resolution and brighter display offer a more comfortable and crisp viewing experience compared to the ASUS R410MA's lower resolution and dimmer screen. In engineering and design, the TUF Gaming A16's wider color gamut support provides more accurate color reproduction which is crucial for detail-oriented tasks, unlike the R410MA's more limited color range. However, for gaming and 3D applications where a high refresh rate is key for smooth visuals, the TUF Gaming A16's lower refresh rate may not be as suitable as other laptops designed with faster screens.
Battery
8.5 Hours
12.0 Hours
The ASUS R410MA has 8.5 hours of battery life. The ASUS TUF Gaming A16 has 12 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.
Portability
Very Good
Good
14.0in
SIZE
16.0in
2.8 lbs
WEIGHT
4.8 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.9in
The ASUS R410MA has very good portability, while the ASUS TUF Gaming A16 has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
5.1
7.2
The ASUS TUF Gaming A16 has good 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
$111
$838
$0
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
The ASUS R410MA has a price of $111 and the ASUS TUF Gaming A16 costs $838.
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How the ASUS R410MA and the ASUS TUF Gaming A16 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| ASUS R410MA | ASUS TUF Gaming A16 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$111 | $838 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2021 | April 1, 2023 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 12.8'' x 8.5'' x 0.71'' | 14'' x 9.9'' x 0.97'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 2.87 lbs | 4.85 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 12.8" | 13.98" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 8.54" | 9.92" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel Celeron N4020 | AMD Ryzen 7 7735HS | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 4 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 128 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 8.5 Hours | 12 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 42 Wh | 90 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 14" | 16" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | TN | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1366 x 768 | 1920 x 1200 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 165Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 200 nits | 294 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 5.1/10 | 7.2/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 8.6/10 | 7/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | Yes | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 7/10 | 6.8/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 5.3/10 | 7/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 6/10 | 7/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 480p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | No | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | No | Yes | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 2 | 2 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 1 | 2 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | No | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 1 | 3 | |
Thunderbolt Ports | |||
Thunderbolt Ports | 0 | 0 | |
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PCMag
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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Dominic Bayley | May 2023
"The A16 makes an excellent case against more expensive laptops like the Asus ROG Zephyrus Duo 16 and the MSI Katana GF76, especially if you’re into 1080p gaming. However, although its affordable, it doesn’t skimp on performance or a robust chassis. But for me, the biggest factor that sets it apart from these options is its incredible battery life. In my time reviewing laptops, I can’t remember when I last saw a gaming laptop lasted 11 and a half hours on a single charge, which makes the A16, in my book, truly outstanding."
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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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