If you prioritize a more affordable option primarily for basic tasks like browsing and document editing, the ASUS R410MA can be suitable due to its lower price. However, for gaming, 3D rendering, or machine learning, the ASUS TUF Gaming A17, despite being more expensive, offers significantly better performance with its advanced processor and graphics card. The A17 also has a larger, higher-quality display with a faster refresh rate, which is great for gaming and multimedia. It's less portable due to its larger size and weight. The R410MA is lighter and easier to carry but has a smaller, lower-resolution screen, which might not be as enjoyable for media consumption or multitasking. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS R410MA
Very good portability
Advantages of the ASUS TUF Gaming A17
Very good for general use
Very good for engineering and design
Very good for gaming and AI
Good for software development
Very good for content creation
Good overall build quality
Very good battery life
Good speakers
Good keyboard
Key differences
General Use
5.5/10
8.0/10
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
200.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
253.0 nits
8.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
10.0 Hours
5.3/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
8.5/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
6.5/10
The ASUS TUF Gaming A17 is very good for general use, while the ASUS R410MA is poor.
The ASUS R410MA is less suited for general use because it has weaker processing capabilities with a low-powered CPU and less RAM, a lower quality TN screen with poor resolution, and limited storage, making it less responsive and less visually appealing for everyday tasks. In contrast, the ASUS TUF Gaming A17 boasts a powerful CPU, ample RAM, a high-quality IPS screen with better resolution for sharper visuals, more substantial storage for smooth multitasking, and superior build quality, although it is heavier and has less portability.
Gaming and AI
5.4/10
8.1/10
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.9/10
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
Yes
7.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.5/10
The ASUS TUF Gaming A17 is very good for gaming and AI, while the ASUS R410MA 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
5.3/10
8.3/10
3.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.2/10
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.9/10
4.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The ASUS TUF Gaming A17 is very good for engineering and design, while the ASUS R410MA is poor.
PerfectRec’s Engineering and Design Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for graphic design and 3D rendering work.
Content Creation
5.7/10
8.1/10
3.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.2/10
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
4.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The ASUS TUF Gaming A17 is very 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
5.6/10
7.7/10
3.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.2/10
4.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
5.3/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
The ASUS TUF Gaming A17 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
5.1/10
6.8/10
14.0in
SIZE
17.3in
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
200.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
253.0 nits
The ASUS TUF Gaming A17 has a better screen than the ASUS R410MA for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
The ASUS R410MA likely has a lower resolution and dimmer display, affecting its quality for any task, but especially for general use which relies heavily on clear and bright visuals. For engineering and design, the importance of accurate color representation means the R410MA's screen may not cover the necessary color gamuts, thus offering poor quality. As for the ASUS TUF Gaming A17, while it could be suitable for general use and engineering with an acceptable level of color accuracy and resolution, its lower refresh rate may not cater to the needs of 3D applications where smooth motion is crucial.
Battery
8.5 Hours
10.0 Hours
The ASUS R410MA has 8.5 hours of battery life. The ASUS TUF Gaming A17 has 10 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
Fair
14.0in
SIZE
17.3in
2.8 lbs
WEIGHT
5.7 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.9in
The ASUS R410MA has very good portability, while the ASUS TUF Gaming A17 has only fair portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
5.1/10
7.2/10
The ASUS TUF Gaming A17 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
$1,552
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The ASUS R410MA has a price of $111 and the ASUS TUF Gaming A17 costs $1,552.
"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."
"There is one big question that needs an answer. Is the TUF Gaming A17 FA707 a better purchase than the ROG Strix G17 G713R (2022)? Well, it depends. Undoubtedly, the Strix is the more premium product. Arguably the biggest advantage it has over its TUF fellow is in regards to the display. ASUS TUF Gaming A17 A707’s IPS panel has a Full HD resolution, comfortable viewing angles, and a very good contrast ratio."
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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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