The ASUS R410MA is significantly less expensive, lighter, and more suitable for general use with moderate battery life, but it has lower performance specifications, making it less ideal for intensive engineering tasks and 3D/machine learning applications. On the other hand, the ASUS Vivobook S 15 offers better performance with a more powerful processor and graphics, more RAM and storage, and a higher-quality display, making it more suitable for demanding tasks and engineering software; however, it is heavier and costs more. Choose the ASUS R410MA for basic tasks and value, or opt for the Vivobook S 15 if you need higher performance and a better screen for more complex applications. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS R410MA
Very good portability
Advantages of the ASUS Vivobook S 15
Good for general use
Good for engineering and design
Good for software development
Good for content creation
Good overall build quality
Key differences
General Use
5.5/10
7.7/10
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
200.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
267.0 nits
8.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
9.0 Hours
5.3/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.7/10
8.5/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.7/10
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 is good for general use, while the ASUS R410MA is poor.
The ASUS R410MA has a lower-end CPU, less RAM, and a lower-resolution TN panel, which lead to sluggish performance and poorer screen quality for general use compared to the ASUS Vivobook S 15, which boasts a high-performance CPU, more RAM, and a higher-resolution IPS display for a smooth and visually impressive experience.
Gaming and AI
5.4/10
6.3/10
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
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 S 15 is only fair for gaming and AI, while the ASUS R410MA is poor.
The ASUS R410MA is not suited for gaming and 3D due to its basic Intel UHD Graphics 600, while the ASUS Vivobook S 15 offers better performance in those areas with its integrated AMD Ryzen 7 5800H Vega 8 graphics. Despite both screens having a similar refresh rate, the Ryzen 7's superior processing and graphic capabilities in the Vivobook S 15 make it a fair choice for gaming and 3D applications compared to the R410MA.
Engineering and Design
5.3/10
7.1/10
3.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.4/10
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
4.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 is good for engineering and design, while the ASUS R410MA is poor.
The ASUS R410MA has a basic Intel Celeron processor, lower RAM capacity, and a basic GPU, coupled with a lower-resolution TN screen, making it unsuitable for demanding engineering and design tasks which require more robust processing power and better visuals.
Content Creation
5.7/10
7.6/10
3.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.4/10
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
4.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 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
7.4/10
3.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.4/10
4.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
5.3/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.7/10
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 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
6.3/10
14.0in
SIZE
15.6in
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
200.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
267.0 nits
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 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 R410MA's screen might lack in resolution and brightness, leading to a less crisp and dimmer display, while the Asus Vivobook S 15 offers a fair balance with relatively better resolution and adequate brightness, providing a more comfortable viewing experience. When it comes to engineering and design, the Vivobook S 15 has a fair color accuracy that is vital for precise work, but both laptops don't excel in delivering the wide color gamuts professionals look for. For gaming and 3D, neither laptop is ideal as they both lack high refresh rates for smooth motion, though their resolutions and panel types may provide an average visual experience for less demanding graphics tasks.
Portability
Very Good
Good
14.0in
SIZE
15.6in
2.8 lbs
WEIGHT
3.9 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The ASUS R410MA has very good portability, while the ASUS Vivobook S 15 has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
5.1/10
7.0/10
The ASUS Vivobook S 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
$111
$908
$0
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
The ASUS R410MA has a price of $111 and the ASUS Vivobook S 15 costs $908.
"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."
"Internals make Asus VivoBook S15 laptop a compelling option. The Asus multimedia laptop may look rather below-average with its modest black chassis, lack of a dedicated GPU, limited RAM and meagre port selection without Thunderbolt support. But your impression of the device will start changing once you set your eyes on its high-contrast OLED capable of producing deep blacks and highly accurate colours. And your opinion will change completely when the VivoBook is switched on. The AMD CPU can effortlessly keep up with powerful rivals from Intel. The integrated Radeon graphics blows away Intel's iGPU when it comes to graphics workloads such as rendering and simpler games."
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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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