If you prioritize a lower price and a more compact laptop, the ASUS R410MA could be suitable for you, though it has a smaller screen, less storage and memory, and less powerful processing capabilities compared to the ASUS Vivobook 17. The Vivobook 17 offers a larger and higher resolution screen for a better visual experience, more storage and memory for smoother multitasking and data management, and a newer processor for improved performance, which might make it worth the extra cost if you need a machine that's better equipped for demanding tasks. However, it's also heavier and less portable than the R410MA. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS R410MA
Very good portability
Advantages of the ASUS Vivobook 17
Good for general use
Good for content creation
Key differences
General Use
5.5/10
7.0/10
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
200.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
263.0 nits
8.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
6.0 Hours
5.3/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.0/10
8.5/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.2/10
The ASUS Vivobook 17 is good for general use, while the ASUS R410MA is poor.
The ASUS R410MA is rated lower for general use due to its weaker CPU, less RAM, and lower quality TN screen, which contribute to significantly lower performance and a less enjoyable viewing experience. The ASUS Vivobook 17 provides better usability with a more capable CPU, double the RAM, and a higher quality IPS screen, thus offering improved performance and screen quality, albeit at the expense of portability and shorter battery life.
Gaming and AI
5.4/10
6.0/10
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
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
9.5/10
The ASUS Vivobook 17 is only fair for gaming and AI, while the ASUS R410MA is poor.
The ASUS R410MA has a weaker Celeron processor and basic integrated graphics, making it poorly suited for gaming and 3D applications, whereas the ASUS Vivobook 17, with its more capable i3 processor and better integrated graphics, provides fair performance for such tasks. Additionally, the Vivobook 17's larger screen and higher resolution offer a better visual experience, although both laptops have the same screen refresh rate, which is a limiting factor for high-level gaming.
Engineering and Design
5.3/10
6.3/10
3.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.2/10
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
4.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
The ASUS Vivobook 17 is only fair for engineering and design, while the ASUS R410MA is poor.
The ASUS R410MA is less suitable for engineering and design due to its lower-grade CPU and GPU, minimal RAM, and poorer screen quality compared to the ASUS Vivobook 17, which has a more capable CPU, increased RAM, better GPU, and higher screen resolution that can somewhat handle such tasks. Additionally, the R410MA's smaller screen size and lower resolution contribute to its poor rating, whereas the Vivobook 17's larger and higher quality display is fair for engineering, despite both laptops lacking in portability and having only moderate keyboard and speaker quality.
Content Creation
5.7/10
7.0/10
3.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.2/10
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
4.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The ASUS Vivobook 17 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
5.6/10
6.9/10
3.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.2/10
4.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
5.3/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.0/10
The ASUS Vivobook 17 is only fair 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
6.2/10
14.0in
SIZE
17.3in
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
200.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
263.0 nits
The ASUS Vivobook 17 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 has a lower resolution and dimmer display which make it less suitable for tasks that require clarity and detail, like general use and engineering work. Its screen lacks the color gamut coverage needed for precise color work essential in engineering and design. For gaming and 3D applications, its screen does not offer the high refresh rates that contribute to smooth visuals, and the resolution and panel quality limitations could detract from an immersive experience.
Battery
8.5 Hours
6.0 Hours
The ASUS R410MA has 8.5 hours of battery life. The ASUS Vivobook 17 has 6 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
17.3in
2.8 lbs
WEIGHT
4.6 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The ASUS R410MA has very good portability, while the ASUS Vivobook 17 has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
5.1/10
6.5/10
The ASUS Vivobook 17 has only fair 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
$428
$0
$100
$200
$300
$400
$500
$600
$700
The ASUS R410MA has a price of $111 and the ASUS Vivobook 17 costs $428.
"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."
"The ASUS Vivobook 17 is an affordable 17-inch laptop with passive cooling. On one hand, you get a really quiet and cool work device with a good system performance, many connections, good maintenance options, speakers acceptable for multimedia enjoyment, and a sharp and clear matte FHD IPS display with the Asus VivoBook 17 (F712JA). On the other hand, the USB-C port lacks Power Delivery and DisplayPort, and the display, a higher brightness and better color space coverage."
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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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