If you're looking for a laptop primarily for general use at a budget-friendly price, the ASUS R410MA might suit your needs. However, it has basic specifications which might not be adequate for more demanding tasks. On the other hand, the ASUS ZenBook Pro 14 Duo is a higher-end option, equipped with a more powerful processor, significantly better screen, and much higher capacity for storage and memory. It is better suited for tasks such as engineering, 3D rendering, and machine learning, but come at a higher cost. It's also slightly heavier, which could affect its portability. Keep in mind, though, that the improved performance and features of the ZenBook Pro 14 Duo might justify the extra expense if you require them for your work or hobbies. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS R410MA
Very good portability
Advantages of the ASUS ZenBook Pro 14 Duo
Very good for general use
Very good for engineering and design
Very good for software development
Very good for content creation
Very good overall display quality
Good overall build quality
Best in class speakers
Good keyboard
Key differences
General Use
5.5/10
8.6/10
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
200.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
357.0 nits
8.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
6.0 Hours
5.3/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
8.5/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.9/10
The ASUS ZenBook Pro 14 Duo is very good for general use, while the ASUS R410MA is poor.
The ASUS R410MA may fall short in general use due to its basic CPU, lower RAM, subpar screen quality with a TN panel and lower resolution, and weaker speaker and keyboard quality. In contrast, the ASUS ZenBook Pro 14 Duo excels with a high-performance CPU, ample RAM, superior OLED touch screen with high resolution and color accuracy, as well as better keyboard and speaker quality, albeit with a modest tradeoff in portability due to its slightly higher weight.
Gaming and AI
5.4/10
6.7/10
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.8/10
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
8.7/10
The ASUS ZenBook Pro 14 Duo is only fair for gaming and AI, while the ASUS R410MA is poor.
The ASUS R410MA is less capable for gaming and 3D applications due to its basic Intel UHD Graphics 600 and lower screen refresh rate of 60Hz, whereas the ASUS ZenBook Pro 14 Duo excels with the more powerful Intel Iris Xe graphics and a higher 120Hz refresh rate, providing smoother visuals and better rendering performance. The ZenBook's superior CPU and screen quality, including OLED technology and higher resolution, further enhance its gaming and 3D capabilities compared to the R410MA's more modest specs.
Engineering and Design
5.3/10
8.5/10
3.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.8/10
4.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
The ASUS ZenBook Pro 14 Duo is very good for engineering and design, while the ASUS R410MA is poor.
The ASUS R410MA is equipped with a basic Intel Celeron processor, limited RAM, and an entry-level integrated graphics card, which may not handle engineering and design software efficiently, while its screen quality is also lower with a TN panel and less color accuracy.
Content Creation
5.7/10
8.6/10
3.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
4.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
The ASUS ZenBook Pro 14 Duo is very 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
8.2/10
3.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
4.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
5.3/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The ASUS ZenBook Pro 14 Duo is very 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
8.6/10
14.0in
SIZE
14.5in
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
200.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
357.0 nits
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 14 Duo 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 likely has a lower resolution and dimmer display, making it less suitable for general use and tasks that require accurate color representation, such as engineering and design. In contrast, the ASUS ZenBook Pro 14 Duo probably boasts a high-resolution, bright screen with wide color gamuts, ensuring crisp images and vibrant colors for general use and professional design work. However, for gaming and 3D applications where high refresh rates are crucial, both may fall short, with the ZenBook perhaps offering a better overall visual experience except for the refresh rate needed for smooth motion in fast-paced games.
Battery
8.5 Hours
6.0 Hours
The ASUS R410MA has 8.5 hours of battery life. The ASUS Zenbook Pro 14 Duo 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
14.5in
2.8 lbs
WEIGHT
3.7 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The ASUS R410MA has very good portability, while the ASUS ZenBook Pro 14 Duo has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
5.1/10
7.6/10
The ASUS ZenBook Pro 14 Duo 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
$1,299
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
The ASUS R410MA has a price of $111 and the ASUS ZenBook Pro 14 Duo costs $1,299.
"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 Zenbook Pro 14 Duo OLED is a well-tuned instrument for content creators, excelling at a range of general office tasks as well as tasks that require a little more grunt like encoding and 3D rendering. The big attraction is the laptop’s dual displays. They’re the best ones we’ve used in an Asus Zenbook Duo laptop to date with a spate of year-on-year improvements that make the visuals more striking and the cross-screen integration easier than ever before."
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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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