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Updated January 10, 2024·
The ASUS R410MA is a budget-friendly option that is lightweight and offers basic performance for general use with modest storage and lower-end graphics. It is not suited for intensive tasks and lacks a high-quality screen. In contrast, the ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 comes with a higher price but offers more power, better graphics, and a larger battery, making it suitable for demanding engineering work, 3D rendering, and design applications. It also features a touchscreen with better screen quality, but it is slightly heavier, which may affect portability. If cost is a concern and your tasks are light, the R410MA may suffice, but for demanding tasks and better overall performance and features, the Zenbook Duo 14 is the better option. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS R410MA
- The ASUS R410MA has no clear advantages over the ASUS Zenbook Duo 14.
Advantages of the ASUS Zenbook Duo 14
- Good for general use
- Good for software development
- Good for content creation
- Good overall build quality
- Good speakers
Key differences
General Use
5.5
7.1
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
200.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
314.0 nits
8.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
8.5 Hours
5.3/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.7/10
8.5/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.2/10
The ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 is good for general use, while the ASUS R410MA is poor.
The ASUS R410MA has a weaker CPU and less RAM which makes it slower for multitasking and demanding tasks, while its poorer screen quality and lesser storage limit user experience, overshadowing its better portability and battery life. On the other hand, the ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 offers a substantially better CPU and double the RAM for smoother performance, a higher-quality screen for a better viewing experience, and more storage, but is less portable due to increased weight and has similar battery performance despite having a higher capacity.
Gaming and AI
5.4
6.1
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
7.0/10
The ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 is only fair for gaming and AI, while the ASUS R410MA is poor.
The ASUS R410MA, with an Intel Celeron processor and UHD Graphics 600, is underpowered for gaming and 3D applications and is paired with a lower quality TN screen. In contrast, the ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 features a stronger Intel i7 processor and Iris Xe graphics, plus a higher quality IPS screen, making it more suitable for gaming and 3D, despite both having similar screen refresh rates.
Engineering and Design
5.3
6.6
3.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
5.5/10
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
4.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
The ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 is only fair 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
7.3
3.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
5.5/10
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
4.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 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
7.0
3.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
5.5/10
4.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
5.3/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.7/10
The ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 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
6.8
14.0in
SIZE
14.0in
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
200.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
314.0 nits
The ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 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 lacks the brightness and panel technology that make the ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 attractive for general use, which demands sharp, clear images and good visibility in various lighting conditions. For engineering and design tasks where precise color representation is vital, the Zenbook Duo 14 stands out with its wider color gamut, ensuring that designers see accurate colors, while the R410MA falls short in this aspect. When it comes to gaming and 3D applications, the Zenbook Duo 14's screen, despite its good resolution and panel quality, does not have the high refresh rates needed for smooth motion rendering, which are crucial for a good gaming experience.
Build Quality
5.1
7.8
The ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 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
$999
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
The ASUS R410MA has a price of $111 and the ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 costs $999.
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Key similarities
Battery
8.5 Hours
8.5 Hours
The ASUS R410MA has 8.5 hours of battery life. The ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 has 8.5 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
Very Good
14.0in
SIZE
14.0in
2.8 lbs
WEIGHT
3.6 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.6in
The ASUS R410MA and ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 both have very good portability.
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How the ASUS R410MA and the ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| ASUS R410MA | ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$111 | $999 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2021 | August 1, 2021 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 12.8'' x 8.5'' x 0.71'' | 12.8'' x 8.7'' x 0.67'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 2.87 lbs | 3.64 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 12.8" | 12.76" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 8.54" | 8.74" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel Celeron N4020 | Intel i7-1195G7 | |
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 | 8.5 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 42 Wh | 70 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 14" | 14" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | TN | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1366 x 768 | 1920 x 1080 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 200 nits | 314 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 5.1/10 | 7.8/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 8.6/10 | 8.2/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 7/10 | 7/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 5.3/10 | 6.8/10 | |
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 | No | |
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 Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | N/A | 4 | |
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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 Duo 14
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Allen Ngo | May 2020
"The Asus ZenBook Duo's second screen is like the Apple Touch Bar, but better. Most would agree that having two screens instead of one can really boost productivity and the ZenBook Duo is no different in this regard. It's tough going back to just one screen after becoming accustomed to spacious dual-screen setups. For a laptop form factor, however, users will have to accept some compromises. Firstly, weight is the most obvious drawback as the system is several hundred grams heavier than a regular ZenBook 14. Additionally, colors on the second screen will not be as vivid as the main display."
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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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