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Updated January 10, 2024·
The ASUS Zenbook 13 may be more expensive but it offers better performance, thanks to its faster processor and more memory, which are ideal for intensive engineering tasks and multitasking. Its high-resolution OLED screen provides superior color accuracy and contrast, better suited for creative work and entertainment. With a larger battery, you'll enjoy longer use between charges. The Zenbook is lighter and slimmer, enhancing portability. In contrast, the ASUS R410MA is more budget-friendly and may suffice for basic tasks, but it has a lower resolution screen, less powerful processor, less memory, and its screen may not be as vibrant for media consumption. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS R410MA
- The ASUS R410MA has no clear advantages over the ASUS Zenbook 13.
Advantages of the ASUS Zenbook 13
- Good for general use
- Good for engineering and design
- Good for software development
- Good for content creation
- Good overall display quality
- Good overall build quality
- Excellent portability
- Good speakers
- Good keyboard
Key differences
General Use
5.5
7.4
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
200.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
378.0 nits
8.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
9.0 Hours
5.3/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
8.5/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
9.2/10
The ASUS Zenbook 13 is good for general use, while the ASUS R410MA is poor.
The ASUS R410MA is deemed poor for general use because it has basic processing power with a lower-end CPU and RAM, an inferior screen quality with a TN panel and low resolution, and less portable due to a shorter battery life. Whereas, the ASUS Zenbook 13 is rated good for general use due to its powerful CPU and higher RAM that enhances performance, superior OLED screen quality with higher resolution, and increased portability with a longer battery life.
Gaming and AI
5.4
6.2
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
8.3/10
The ASUS Zenbook 13 is only fair 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
7.1
3.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
5.8/10
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
4.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
The ASUS Zenbook 13 is 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
7.6
3.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
5.8/10
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
4.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
The ASUS Zenbook 13 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
5.8/10
4.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
5.3/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
The ASUS Zenbook 13 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
7.8
14.0in
SIZE
13.3in
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
200.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
378.0 nits
The ASUS Zenbook 13 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's screen falls short due to its basic panel type, lower resolution, and dim brightness, making it less appealing for both day-to-day tasks and professional work that relies on sharp and accurate visuals. On the other hand, the ASUS Zenbook 13 boasts a higher-quality display with superior resolution and brightness, providing a vivid and crisp viewing experience suitable for general use and engineering applications, where precise colors and clear details are crucial. However, both laptops struggle in gaming and 3D contexts as their screens lack the high refresh rates needed for smooth motion rendering, which can be a key factor for an immersive experience in fast-paced visual environments.
Portability
Very Good
Excellent
14.0in
SIZE
13.3in
2.8 lbs
WEIGHT
2.5 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.5in
The ASUS Zenbook 13 has excellent portability, while the ASUS R410MA has very good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
5.1
7.4
The ASUS Zenbook 13 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
$890
$0
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
The ASUS R410MA has a price of $111 and the ASUS Zenbook 13 costs $890.
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Key similarities
Battery
8.5 Hours
9.0 Hours
The ASUS R410MA has 8.5 hours of battery life. The ASUS Zenbook 13 has 9 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.
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How the ASUS R410MA and the ASUS Zenbook 13 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| ASUS R410MA | ASUS Zenbook 13 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$111 | $890 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2021 | February 1, 2021 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 12.8'' x 8.5'' x 0.71'' | 12'' x 8'' x 0.55'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 2.87 lbs | 2.55 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 12.8" | 11.97" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 8.54" | 7.99" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel Celeron N4020 | AMD Ryzen 7 5700U | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 4 GB | 8 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 128 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 8.5 Hours | 9 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 42 Wh | 67 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 14" | 13.3" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | TN | OLED | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1366 x 768 | 1920 x 1080 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 200 nits | 378 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 5.1/10 | 7.4/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 8.6/10 | 9.3/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 7/10 | 8.4/10 | |
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 | 1 | |
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."
ASUS Zenbook 13
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Sebastian Bade | May 2021
"The Asus ZenBook 13 is a compact 13-inch laptop with a fast Ryzen 7 5800U and OLED display. The subnotebook is also light and the modern design is convincing. The selection of high-quality materials make the device not only light, but also very stable. In addition, the visuals and haptics of the device offers a high-quality impression. The AMD Ryzen 7 5800U is a very good fit for the ZenBook 13, ensuring a high performance in the test. However, in terms of the 3D performance, we also notice that the Vega architecture is beginning to hit its limits."
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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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