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Updated January 10, 2024·
If you're looking for higher performance with a better processor and graphics, the HP 14" Laptop offers an AMD Ryzen 5 and double the storage and RAM compared to the ASUS R410MA, which makes it better for more demanding tasks and engineering. However, the ASUS is lighter and slightly more portable. If cost is a critical factor, the ASUS tends to be less expensive but comes with a less powerful Intel Celeron processor and has a lower resolution screen. The HP, with its higher resolution IPS display, will offer a clearer and more vibrant viewing experience, especially for engineering and multimedia use. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS R410MA
- The ASUS R410MA has no clear advantages over the HP 14" Laptop.
Advantages of the HP 14" Laptop
- Good for content creation
Key differences
General Use
5.5
6.7
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
200.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
265.0 nits
8.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
8.5 Hours
5.3/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.0/10
8.5/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.3/10
The HP 14" Laptop is only fair for general use, while the ASUS R410MA is poor.
The ASUS R410MA is considered poor for general use since it has a low-resolution TN screen, limited RAM, and a weaker CPU which slows down multitasking and daily tasks. In contrast, the HP 14" Laptop fares better due to its higher resolution IPS screen, ample RAM, and stronger CPU that support smoother operation and better viewing angles.
Engineering and Design
5.3
6.0
3.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.6/10
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
4.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
The HP 14" Laptop is only fair for engineering and design, while the ASUS R410MA is poor.
The ASUS R410MA is not suited for engineering and design due to its lower-end CPU and graphics, minimal RAM, and lower resolution TN panel which results in poor screen quality. Meanwhile, the HP 14" Laptop comes with a more powerful Ryzen CPU, better integrated graphics, double the RAM of the ASUS and a higher quality IPS display, making it more capable for such tasks, albeit still with limitations compared to higher-end notebooks designed specifically for engineering and design work.
Content Creation
5.7
7.0
3.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.6/10
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
4.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The HP 14" Laptop 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
6.8
3.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.6/10
4.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
5.3/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.0/10
The HP 14" Laptop 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
6.3
14.0in
SIZE
14.0in
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
200.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
265.0 nits
The HP 14" Laptop has a better screen than the ASUS R410MA for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
If you're focused on everyday tasks like browsing the web and watching videos, the HP 14" offers a better experience as it has a higher resolution and brighter display than the ASUS R410MA. For engineering and design work where color accuracy is crucial, the HP's broader color range will be an advantage, though neither laptop excels in this regard. Gamers and those into 3D applications will find both laptops lacking, but the ASUS is especially limited due to lower refresh rates, which make motion less smooth compared to what is typically desired in this area.
Build Quality
5.1
6.0
The HP 14" Laptop has only fair 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
$260
$414
$100
$200
$300
$400
$500
$600
The ASUS R410MA has a price of $260 and the HP 14" Laptop costs $414.
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Key similarities
Gaming and AI
5.4
5.8
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
8.7/10
The HP 14" Laptop and ASUS R410MA are both poor for gaming and AI.
The ASUS R410MA's gaming and 3D performance is limited by its basic Intel UHD Graphics 600, leading to a noticeable difference in handling gaming and 3D tasks despite both having similar screen refresh rates. Additionally, the HP model's better CPU and higher screen quality contribute to its fair performance in these areas compared to the ASUS model.
Battery
8.5 Hours
8.5 Hours
The ASUS R410MA has 8.5 hours of battery life. The HP 14" Laptop has 8.5 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
Very Good
14.0in
SIZE
14.0in
2.8 lbs
WEIGHT
3.2 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The ASUS R410MA and HP 14" Laptop both have very good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
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How the ASUS R410MA and the HP 14" Laptop compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| ASUS R410MA | HP 14" Laptop |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$260 | $414 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2021 | October 1, 2021 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 12.8'' x 8.5'' x 0.71'' | 12.8'' x 8.9'' x 0.7'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 2.87 lbs | 3.22 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 12.8" | 12.76" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 8.54" | 8.86" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel Celeron N4020 | AMD Ryzen 5 5500U | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 4 GB | 8 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 128 GB | 256 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 8.5 Hours | 8.5 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 42 Wh | 41 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 14" | 14" | |
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 | 265 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 5.1/10 | 6/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 8.6/10 | 8.3/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 7/10 | 8.8/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 5.3/10 | 6/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 6/10 | 6.5/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 480p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | No | No | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | No | No | |
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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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."
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Nicholas De Leon | October 2022
"This feels like an ideal laptop for someone who doesn’t want to spend a lot of money on a laptop and isn’t too bothered by things like build quality or construction. It’s a laptop that will be used to pay bills, keep track of expenses, do some online shopping, and will be tucked away in a spare bedroom/home office. It’s an appliance designed to do a job without fuss. It’s not a premium experience—the materials do feel a little cheap, the display won’t exactly wow you, and the battery life is nothing to write home about, especially if you’ve used more expensive devices. But overall it’s not too shabby, especially for the price."
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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 HP
HP, also known as Hewlett-Packard, is an American technology company that develops personal computers and computer peripherals. In the laptop industry, HP is known for its entry level Essential series laptops, its mid-range Pavilion, Envy, and Victus series, and high-end Omen and Spectre series, in addition to its business-oriented EliteBook, ProBook, and Dragonfly series laptops. HP laptops generally undercut other mainstream competitors in terms of price, placing itself as the value-oriented mainstream brand.
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