The HP 250 G10 has no clear advantages over the ASUS R410MA.
Key differences
General Use
5.5/10
6.3/10
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
TN
200.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
250.0 nits
8.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
6.0 Hours
5.3/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.0/10
8.5/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.8/10
The HP 250 G10 is only fair for general use, while the ASUS R410MA is poor.
The ASUS R410MA has less RAM and a weaker CPU in the Intel Celeron N4020 compared to the HP 250 G10 which has a higher RAM capacity and an Intel N200 CPU, making it more capable of handling general use tasks. Additionally, the screen quality and battery life are lower on the ASUS, with its TN panel and shorter battery duration, while the HP offers a brighter screen and fair battery life, contributing to a more satisfactory general use experience.
Content Creation
5.7/10
6.2/10
3.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.8/10
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
4.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
TN
The HP 250 G10 is only fair 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
6.4/10
3.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.8/10
4.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
5.3/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.0/10
The HP 250 G10 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
5.1/10
5.3/10
14.0in
SIZE
15.6in
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
TN
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
200.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
250.0 nits
The HP 250 G10 has a better screen than the ASUS R410MA for gaming and AI, content creation, and software development.
For general use, both the ASUS R410MA and HP 250 G10 have screens that may not deliver the crispness, clarity, or brightness that users often desire, making prolonged usage or working in well-lit environments less satisfying. Engineers and designers may find these laptops' displays lacking in color accuracy and range, which are essential for precise visual work and color-critical tasks. In terms of gaming and running 3D applications, the refresh rates on these laptops are not ideal for the smooth visuals that enhance the gaming experience, and while resolution and panel quality are also important, they might not compensate for the limited refresh rate.
Battery
8.5 Hours
6.0 Hours
The ASUS R410MA has 8.5 hours of battery life. The HP 250 G10 has 6 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
15.6in
2.8 lbs
WEIGHT
3.5 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The ASUS R410MA has very good portability, while the HP 250 G10 has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
5.1/10
6.0/10
The HP 250 G10 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
$111
$349
$0
$100
$200
$300
$400
$500
The ASUS R410MA has a price of $111 and the HP 250 G10 costs $349.
The HP 250 G10 and ASUS R410MA are both poor for gaming and AI.
The ASUS R410MA and HP 250 G10 have lower-tier integrated graphics and a basic 60Hz screen refresh rate, which are not suitable for high-performance gaming or demanding 3D tasks. Plus, their screen resolutions and qualities are low, contributing further to subpar gaming and 3D experiences.
Engineering and Design
5.3/10
5.8/10
3.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.8/10
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.5/10
4.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The HP 250 G10 and ASUS R410MA are both poor for engineering and design.
The ASUS R410MA and HP 250 G10 are both unsuitable for engineering and design tasks mainly because they have low-powered CPUs and insufficient RAM for such demanding work, while their integrated GPUs lack the necessary performance for rendering and complex computations. Additionally, both feature lower quality TN screens with resolutions that may not provide the clarity needed for detailed designs, making them less than ideal for high-resolution engineering graphics or intricate design work.
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How the ASUS R410MA and the HP 250 G10 compare to other laptops
"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 HP 250 G10 is a decent budget device that surprises us with its high CPU frequencies under load. Still, our configuration has a Core i5-1335U which doesn’t require significant cooling, if choose a 28W P-series processor, maybe the situation with the clocks could be different. If you want to play some casual game after work, a memory in dual-channel is a must because it increases greatly the iGPU performance."
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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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