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Updated January 10, 2024·
Choosing between the ASUS R410MA and the Gateway 15.6", consider your needs closely. The ASUS is considerably less expensive and more portable due to its lighter weight and smaller screen, suitable for general usage like browsing and document editing. However, the Gateway offers a more powerful Intel i5 processor, substantially more storage, and increased RAM, which is better for more demanding tasks such as programming and light photo editing. The Gateway also boasts a superior IPS display with better resolution, providing a nicer screen for media consumption and detailed work. If you require long battery life and ease of carrying, the ASUS might be preferable, but if performance and a quality screen are priorities, the Gateway is the better option, albeit at a higher cost. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS R410MA
- Very good portability
Advantages of the Gateway 15.6"
- Good for general use
- Good for content creation
Key differences
General Use
5.5
7.0
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
200.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
250.0 nits
8.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
8.0 Hours
5.3/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
5.3/10
8.5/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.3/10
The Gateway 15.6" is good for general use, while the ASUS R410MA is poor.
The ASUS R410MA's lower-end processor, less RAM, and lower-resolution TN display screen contribute to its poor performance for general use, while the Gateway 15.6" having a more powerful processor, more RAM, and higher-resolution IPS display makes it better suited for such tasks, along with a bigger storage space and better keyboard quality which enhances the overall user experience.
Gaming and AI
5.4
6.0
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
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 Gateway 15.6" is only fair 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
6.2
3.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.9/10
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
4.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Gateway 15.6" is only fair for engineering and design, while the ASUS R410MA is poor.
The ASUS R410MA's limited RAM and less capable Intel Celeron CPU, combined with low screen resolution and quality, make it less suited for demanding engineering tasks, while the Gateway 15.6" features a stronger Intel i5 CPU and more RAM, in addition to a higher resolution IPS screen, which together provide better performance and display for engineering work.
Content Creation
5.7
7.0
3.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.9/10
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
4.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Gateway 15.6" 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
6.7
3.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.9/10
4.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
5.3/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
5.3/10
The Gateway 15.6" is only fair 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
15.6in
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
200.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
250.0 nits
The Gateway 15.6" 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's screen may provide a less satisfactory experience for general activities due to lower resolution and dimmer display, which can strain the eyes over time. For engineering and design, the lack of wide color gamuts like DCI-P3 and Adobe RGB means it doesn't accurately portray colors, which is crucial for detailed graphics work. When it comes to gaming and 3D applications, the ASUS's screen is not optimal as it likely has a lower refresh rate, making it less smooth than desired and lacking in detail due to lower resolution, while the Gateway 15.6" fares a bit better in general use and engineering with a fair display but still falls short for gaming and 3D due to a similar limitation on refresh rate.
Portability
Very Good
Good
14.0in
SIZE
15.6in
2.8 lbs
WEIGHT
4.8 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The ASUS R410MA has very good portability, while the Gateway 15.6" has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$111
$380
$0
$100
$200
$300
$400
$500
$600
The ASUS R410MA has a price of $111 and the Gateway 15.6" costs $380.
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Key similarities
Battery
8.5 Hours
8.0 Hours
The ASUS R410MA has 8.5 hours of battery life. The Gateway 15.6" 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.
Build Quality
5.1
5.1
The ASUS R410MA and Gateway 15.6" both have poor build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
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How the ASUS R410MA and the Gateway 15.6" compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| ASUS R410MA | Gateway 15.6" |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$111 | $380 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2021 | August 1, 2021 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 12.8'' x 8.5'' x 0.71'' | 14.8'' x 9.5'' x 0.77'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 2.87 lbs | 4.8 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 12.8" | 14.75" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 8.54" | 9.5" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel Celeron N4020 | Intel i5-1135G7 | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 4 GB | 16 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 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 42 Wh | Unknown | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 14" | 15.6" | |
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 | 250 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 5.1/10 | 5.1/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 8.6/10 | 7.3/10 | |
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 | 5.3/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 6/10 | 6/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 480p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | Yes | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | No | No | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | No | Yes | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 2 | 2 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 1 | 1 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | No | No | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 1 | 1 | |
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."
Gateway 15.6"
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Francisco Lahoz | July 2022
"Some concessions have to be made when shopping for a budget laptop. Walmart's Gateway Ultra Slim laptops succeeds on the affordability front and delivers serviceable specs and good battery life, though it's hard to claim it's the best (or even particularly good) at any particular aspect. Its build quality, especially the touchpad, is mediocre, and its performance is decent but doesn't lead the way. The Gateway does undercut the cost of some competitors and offers ample storage with good connectivity, so it's not to be ignored."
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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 Gateway
Gateway is a laptop and tablet brand owned by Acer which sells budget-friendly laptops exclusively through Walmart. It was previously an American computer company until its acquisition by Acer in 2007, who then revived the brand in 2020. Gateway laptops are manufactured by Chinese company Shenzhen Bmorn Technology, which also makes EVOO-branded models.
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