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Updated January 10, 2024·
The ASUS R410MA is significantly more affordable and offers better battery life, which makes it suitable for general use like browsing and office applications. It's lighter and easier to carry around, so it's a good option for those who need something portable for basic tasks. On the other hand, the Dell Alienware m15 R7 is more expensive but delivers much better performance for intensive tasks such as 3D rendering, machine learning, and gaming, thanks to its more powerful processor and graphics card. It also has a higher quality display and keyboard, but it is heavier and has a shorter battery life, making it less portable. Choose the ASUS if cost and portability are your main concerns, but opt for the Dell if you need high performance and are willing to compromise on price and ease of transport. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS R410MA
- Very good portability
- Good battery life
Advantages of the Dell Alienware m15 R7
- Good for general use
- Very good for engineering and design
- Good for gaming and AI
- Good for software development
- Good for content creation
- Very good overall display quality
- Very good overall build quality
- Good speakers
- Very good keyboard
Key differences
General Use
5.5
7.5
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
200.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
300.0 nits
8.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
5.0 Hours
5.3/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.5/10
8.5/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
6.4/10
The Dell Alienware m15 R7 is good for general use, while the ASUS R410MA is poor.
The ASUS R410MA's less powerful Intel Celeron processor and lower amount of RAM limit its ability to handle multiple tasks effectively, while its TN panel with a lower resolution provides a less vibrant and sharp display than desired for general use. In contrast, the Dell Alienware m15 R7's high-end AMD Ryzen processor and substantial RAM make multitasking seamless, and its higher-resolution IPS display delivers superior color and clarity; however, it's heavier and has a shorter battery life, making it less portable compared to the ASUS.
Gaming and AI
5.4
7.8
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.7/10
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
Yes
7.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.0/10
The Dell Alienware m15 R7 is good for gaming and AI, while the ASUS R410MA is poor.
The ASUS R410MA has a basic Intel UHD Graphics 600 GPU and a lower 60Hz screen refresh rate which aren't suitable for gaming or demanding 3D applications, whereas the Dell Alienware m15 R7 comes with a powerful Nvidia RTX 3070 Ti GPU and a much higher 240Hz screen refresh rate, enabling a smooth and high-quality gaming experience.
Engineering and Design
5.3
8.2
3.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.5/10
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.7/10
4.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Dell Alienware m15 R7 is very good for engineering and design, while the ASUS R410MA is poor.
The ASUS R410MA's lower-end Intel Celeron processor, basic integrated graphics, and lower RAM make it unsuited for demanding engineering and design tasks which require robust computations and rendering, whereas the Dell Alienware m15 R7's high-end AMD Ryzen processor, dedicated Nvidia graphics, and ample RAM make it very capable in handling those intensive applications, also offering a superior screen quality which is crucial for detailed work. Additionally, the Alienware's build is geared towards high performance at the cost of increased weight and reduced portability when compared to the lighter ASUS, which, albeit more portable, lacks the power and screen fidelity needed for engineering and design work.
Content Creation
5.7
7.5
3.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.5/10
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
4.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Dell Alienware m15 R7 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
8.5/10
4.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
5.3/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.5/10
The Dell Alienware m15 R7 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
8.2
14.0in
SIZE
15.6in
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
200.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
300.0 nits
The Dell Alienware m15 R7 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 may have lower resolution and dimmer display, affecting clarity and comfort, while the Dell Alienware m15 R7 offers a sharper and brighter image providing a more pleasant viewing experience. In engineering and design, the Dell's higher color accuracy covers a wider range of colors ensuring that designs are vivid and detailed, a feature the ASUS lacks, making it less suitable for color-critical work. When it comes to 3D, the Alienware’s superior refresh rate ensures smoother visuals crucial for interactive media, which the ASUS can't match, although both may not excel for the highest-end 3D applications due to screen limitations.
Battery
8.5 Hours
5.0 Hours
The ASUS R410MA has 8.5 hours of battery life. The Dell Alienware m15 R7 has 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
Fair
14.0in
SIZE
15.6in
2.8 lbs
WEIGHT
5.9 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.9in
The ASUS R410MA has very good portability, while the Dell Alienware m15 R7 has only fair portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
5.1
8.5
The Dell Alienware m15 R7 has very 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
$2,200
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
$3,500
The ASUS R410MA has a price of $111 and the Dell Alienware m15 R7 costs $2,200.
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How the ASUS R410MA and the Dell Alienware m15 R7 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| ASUS R410MA | Dell Alienware m15 R7 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$111 | $2,200 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2021 | May 1, 2022 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 12.8'' x 8.5'' x 0.71'' | 14'' x 10.7'' x 0.94'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 2.87 lbs | 5.93 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 12.8" | 14.02" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 8.54" | 10.73" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel Celeron N4020 | AMD Ryzen 9 6900HX | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 4 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 128 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 8.5 Hours | 5 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 42 Wh | 86 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 14" | 15.6" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | TN | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1366 x 768 | 2560 x 1440 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 240Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 200 nits | 300 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 5.1/10 | 8.5/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 8.6/10 | 6.5/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | Yes | |
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 | 8.5/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 6/10 | 7.5/10 | |
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 | 3 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 1 | 1 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | No | No | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 1 | 2 | |
Thunderbolt Ports | |||
Thunderbolt Ports | 0 | 0 | |
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ASUS R410MA
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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."
Dell Alienware m15 R7
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Tom's Hardware
Brandon Hill | October 2022
"The Alienware M15 offers solid gaming and leading endurance. It makes the most of its CPU and GPU while delivering stellar battery life for a gaming laptop. Opening the lid presents a full-size keyboard with honeycomb cutouts above it on the deck. An oblong RBG lightning element surrounds the entire rear panel and can be color-synced with the other lights on the laptop. There’s not a lot to dislike about the M15 Its productivity performance lagged in some areas, particularly in the storage benchmark, and it’s a bit heavy. Alienware has a clear winner here with the M15 based on its strong overall performance and endurance."
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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.
About Dell
Dell is a highly recognizable American technology company, and is one of the largest personal computer vendor by market share. Their laptops are very popular for both personal and professional use, and they also own the Alienware brand which makes mid to high end gaming laptops. Their premium XPS range of laptops offer great build quality and portability, while Latitude and Precision laptops are known for reliability, repairability and performance for business users.
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