The ASUS R410MA and the ASUS Vivobook Go 15 have the same processor and graphics capabilities, so performance should be comparable for general use, and they're not designed for intensive gaming, 3D rendering, or engineering tasks. The Vivobook Go 15 has a larger, higher resolution display, which can be better for watching videos and multitasking, but this also makes it slightly heavier and less portable. The R410MA is more portable due to its smaller size and weight, but it has less storage capacity. If screen real estate and a more modern look matter to you, go for the Vivobook Go 15. However, if portability and storage space are your priorities, the R410MA could be the better choice. Both are budget-friendly, with the Vivobook Go 15 being slightly less expensive. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS R410MA
Very good portability
Advantages of the ASUS Vivobook Go 15
Good overall build quality
Key differences
Screen Quality
5.1/10
5.2/10
14.0in
SIZE
15.6in
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
TN
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
200.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
200.0 nits
The ASUS Vivobook Go 15 has a better screen than the ASUS R410MA for content creation.
If you prioritize clear and sharp images for browsing, video streaming, or document work, both the ASUS R410MA and ASUS Vivobook Go 15 may disappoint due to their lower resolution and dimmer displays. For engineering, design, and art-related tasks that require true color representation, these laptops lack the wider color gamuts, meaning your work might not look as vibrant or accurate as it should. Gamers and those into 3D work will find the lower refresh rates on these laptops to be a downside as they can lead to less fluid visuals, which is critical for fast-paced games and smooth 3D rendering.
Battery
8.5 Hours
7.0 Hours
The ASUS R410MA has 8.5 hours of battery life. The ASUS Vivobook Go 15 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.
Portability
Very Good
Good
14.0in
SIZE
15.6in
2.8 lbs
WEIGHT
3.4 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The ASUS R410MA has very good portability, while the ASUS Vivobook Go 15 has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
5.1/10
7.0/10
The ASUS Vivobook Go 15 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
$260
$240
$100
$150
$200
$250
$300
$350
$400
The ASUS R410MA has a price of $260 and the ASUS Vivobook Go 15 costs $240.
The ASUS Vivobook Go 15 and ASUS R410MA are both poor for general use.
The ASUS R410MA is considered poor for general use because of its lower-end CPU, limited RAM, and insufficient screen quality, which may hinder daily tasks and multitasking; likewise, the ASUS Vivobook Go 15 struggles with general use because the same CPU and RAM constraints couple with subpar battery life, affecting productivity and portability. Both laptops, while lightweight and portable, offer suboptimal performance for routine applications because of their hardware limitations.
Gaming and AI
5.4/10
5.5/10
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 ASUS Vivobook Go 15 and ASUS R410MA are both poor for gaming and AI.
The ASUS R410MA and ASUS Vivobook Go 15 are poor choices for gaming and 3D applications because they both have the Intel UHD Graphics 600 integrated GPU, which is not powerful enough for such demanding tasks, and their screens are limited to a 60Hz refresh rate, which doesn't provide the smooth visuals required for high-end gaming and 3D rendering.
Engineering and Design
5.3/10
5.4/10
3.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.3/10
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.5/10
4.0 GB
RAM
4.0 GB
The ASUS Vivobook Go 15 and ASUS R410MA are both poor for engineering and design.
The ASUS R410MA and ASUS Vivobook Go 15 are poorly suited for engineering because both have low-performing Intel Celeron processors, limited RAM, and integrated graphics that struggle with demanding engineering software; with entry-level TN screens, screen quality is also not optimal for detailed design work. Although they are both highly portable with above-average keyboard and speaker quality for general use, their core specifications fall short for the intensive tasks required in engineering professions.
Content Creation
5.7/10
5.7/10
3.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.3/10
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
4.0 GB
RAM
4.0 GB
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
TN
The ASUS Vivobook Go 15 and ASUS R410MA are both poor for content creation.
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
5.9/10
3.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.3/10
4.0 GB
RAM
4.0 GB
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
5.3/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.7/10
The ASUS Vivobook Go 15 and ASUS R410MA are both poor for software development.
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.
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How the ASUS R410MA and the ASUS Vivobook Go 15 compare to other laptops
"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 Go 15 is a good option if you’re looking for one device to tackle a bunch of smaller problems. For simple school studies, portable evening entertainment or distractions, and getting household admin or light office workloads out of the way, it’s a great little package with respectable battery life, and a great contender for the advent of cloud gaming."
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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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