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Updated January 10, 2024·
The ASUS R410MA is more budget-friendly and lighter, making it convenient for portability. However, its performance, with less RAM and a basic Intel Celeron processor, is suited for simple tasks like internet browsing and office applications. On the other hand, the Dell Inspiron 14 7435 costs more but offers a much higher performance with more RAM and a robust AMD Ryzen 7 processor, which is suitable for more demanding tasks such as photo editing, engineering software, or casual gaming. It also has better screen quality, a larger storage capacity, and a backlit keyboard. If you need a machine for general use and prioritizes saving money, go with the ASUS. If you're looking for higher performance for varied and more intensive tasks, the Dell Inspiron might be worth the extra expense. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS R410MA
- The ASUS R410MA has no clear advantages over the Dell Inpsiron 14 7435.
Advantages of the Dell Inpsiron 14 7435
- Good for general use
- Good for engineering and design
- Good for software development
- Good for content creation
- Good overall build quality
- Very good keyboard
Key differences
General Use
5.5
7.8
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
200.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
216.0 nits
8.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
8.0 Hours
5.3/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
8.5/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.1/10
The Dell Inpsiron 14 7435 is good for general use, while the ASUS R410MA is poor.
The Dell Inspiron 14 7435 offers better performance for general use with a much more powerful AMD Ryzen processor, more RAM, a higher quality IPS screen with a sharper resolution, and a more robust battery life compared to the ASUS R410MA, which has a basic Intel Celeron processor, less RAM, a lower resolution TN panel, and less overall storage, which may bottleneck multitasking and day-to-day tasks. While the Dell model is slightly heavier, affecting portability to a small extent, it compensates with a convertible design, superior keyboard, and better build quality, making it more versatile and durable for various types of use.
Gaming and AI
5.4
6.3
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.5/10
The Dell Inpsiron 14 7435 is only fair for gaming and AI, while the ASUS R410MA is poor.
The Asus R410MA has an Intel Celeron N4020 processor with Intel UHD Graphics 600, which is not as powerful for gaming or 3D applications compared to the Dell Inspiron 14 7435, which features an AMD Ryzen 7 7730U CPU with Vega 8 graphics, offering better performance for such tasks. Additionally, the Dell Inspiron's screen is of higher quality with better resolution, despite both having the same screen refresh rate, contributing to a more pleasant gaming and 3D experience.
Engineering and Design
5.3
7.1
3.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
4.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Dell Inpsiron 14 7435 is good for engineering and design, while the ASUS R410MA is poor.
The ASUS R410MA has a weaker CPU, less RAM, and a lower-quality GPU and screen, which makes it less suitable for demanding engineering and design tasks compared to the Dell Inspiron 14 7435, which has a more powerful CPU, more RAM, better GPU, and a higher-quality screen. Both offer portability, but the ASUS compromises on performance and screen quality which are crucial for engineering and design applications, whereas the Dell balances a better performance suite with a slightly heavier build, making it a better fit for such tasks.
Content Creation
5.7
7.6
3.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
4.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Dell Inpsiron 14 7435 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
7.4
3.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
4.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
5.3/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
The Dell Inpsiron 14 7435 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
6.1
14.0in
SIZE
14.0in
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
200.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
216.0 nits
The Dell Inpsiron 14 7435 has a better screen than the ASUS R410MA for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
The ASUS laptop's screen may not offer the sharpness, brightness, and vibrant colors you're looking for in everyday tasks, making it less ideal for both work and entertainment. For engineering and design work, its inability to accurately represent a wide range of colors can be limiting when precision is essential. While engaging in 3D applications and gaming, its display likely lacks the quick refresh rates necessary for smooth motion, alongside the resolution and panel quality needed for a truly immersive experience.
Build Quality
5.1
7.4
The Dell Inpsiron 14 7435 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
$779
$0
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
The ASUS R410MA has a price of $111 and the Dell Inpsiron 14 7435 costs $779.
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Key similarities
Battery
8.5 Hours
8.0 Hours
The ASUS R410MA has 8.5 hours of battery life. The Dell Inpsiron 14 7435 has 8 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
3.4 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The ASUS R410MA and Dell Inpsiron 14 7435 both have very good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
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How the ASUS R410MA and the Dell Inpsiron 14 7435 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| ASUS R410MA | Dell Inpsiron 14 7435 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$111 | $779 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2021 | May 1, 2023 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 12.8'' x 8.5'' x 0.71'' | 12.4'' x 8.9'' x 0.73'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 2.87 lbs | 3.48 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 12.8" | 12.36" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 8.54" | 8.92" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel Celeron N4020 | AMD Ryzen 7 7730U | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 4 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 128 GB | 1024 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 8.5 Hours | 8 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 42 Wh | 54 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 14" | 14" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | TN | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1366 x 768 | 1920 x 1200 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 200 nits | 216 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 5.1/10 | 7.4/10 | |
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 | 7.5/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 5.3/10 | 8/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 6/10 | 6.8/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 480p | 1080p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | Yes | |
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 Ports | |||
Thunderbolt Ports | 0 | 0 | |
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ASUS R410MA
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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 Inpsiron 14 7435
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Eric Grevstad | August 2023
"We see no shame in an economy laptop missing the four-star mark. Frankly, we considered giving the Inspiron 14 2-in-1 three-and-a-half stars for its low price, competitive performance, and long battery life. Unfortunately, working with a screen that can't deliver at least 300 nits of brightness is simply no fun to the point of detrimental. Still, if you're looking for a convertible laptop on a tight budget, it's worth keeping an eye on Dell's sales and discounts. That Lavender Blue model is fairly tempting."
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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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