The ASUS R410MA is a budget-friendly option with basic performance suitable for everyday tasks like browsing and document editing, but it has limited storage and memory, which may not be sufficient for intensive tasks. It also has a lower-quality display and less powerful graphics. On the other hand, the ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X offers high performance for demanding engineering applications and creative work, thanks to its powerful processor, ample storage and memory, and high-resolution OLED touchscreen. It is better for 3D rendering, machine learning, and gaming, but is significantly more expensive and heavier, which impacts portability. If you require top-tier performance and quality for professional use and can invest more, the Zenbook Pro 16X is an excellent pick, but if you're looking for an affordable, lightweight option for basic use, the R410MA serves well. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS R410MA
Very good portability
Advantages of the ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X
Very good for general use
Very good for engineering and design
Good for gaming and AI
Very good for software development
Very good for content creation
Very good overall display quality
Good overall build quality
Best in class speakers
Very good keyboard
Key differences
General Use
5.5/10
8.3/10
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2400
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
200.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
354.0 nits
8.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
7.0 Hours
5.3/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
8.5/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.3/10
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X is very good for general use, while the ASUS R410MA is poor.
The ASUS R410MA has a basic processor, less RAM, and lower-resolution TN screen which is not as vibrant as the ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X's OLED display, and these factors combined affect its general performance and user experience. In comparison, the Zenbook Pro 16X offers a high-end CPU, ample RAM, and a high-quality screen which provides a superior experience for a variety of tasks but comes with a higher price and less portability due to its larger size and weight.
Gaming and AI
5.4/10
7.5/10
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
6.6/10
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2400
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.5/10
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X is good 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
5.3/10
8.6/10
3.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
6.6/10
4.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X is very good for engineering and design, while the ASUS R410MA is poor.
The ASUS R410MA falls short for engineering and design due to its basic Intel Celeron processor, minimal RAM and GPU capabilities, and a lower-quality TN display with limited resolution, while the ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X excels with a high-performance Intel i7 processor, ample RAM and a superior Nvidia RTX GPU, coupled with an OLED screen that offers a high resolution and color accuracy, crucial for such demanding tasks. Furthermore, the Zenbook Pro 16X also features a superior keyboard, and while heavier, it still maintains a decent level of portability, making it a much better fit for engineering and design professionals.
Content Creation
5.7/10
8.5/10
3.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2400
4.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X 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
16.0 GB
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2400
5.3/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X 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
8.3/10
14.0in
SIZE
16.0in
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2400
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
200.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
354.0 nits
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X 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, which makes it less appealing for any activity where clarity and vibrancy are key, such as watching videos or working on documents. The ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X, with its high resolution and brightness, along with expansive color gamuts, offers a visually detailed and color-accurate experience for professional engineering and design work. However, for gaming and 3D applications where smooth motion is crucial, both models may fall short due to lower refresh rates, even though the Zenbook's superior resolution and panel type provide an advantage for image quality.
Battery
8.5 Hours
7.0 Hours
The ASUS R410MA has 8.5 hours of battery life. The ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X 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
16.0in
2.8 lbs
WEIGHT
5.2 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The ASUS R410MA has very good portability, while the ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
5.1/10
7.6/10
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X 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
$1,300
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
The ASUS R410MA has a price of $111 and the ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X costs $1,300.
"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 new Zenbook Pro 16X is more powerful, quieter and doesn't need to shy away from dedicated workstations and gamers. It is also comparatively compact, and our test device is the best Zenbook that we've reviewed so far. It seems equally suitable for content creators and gamers or anyone looking for a very powerful laptop that is still slim."
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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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