The ASUS R410MA is more budget-friendly, making it a good choice if cost is a major factor for you. It's lighter and could be more portable than the HP Pavilion 15. However, it comes with lower storage capacity, less memory, a less powerful processor, and potentially a lower quality display. The HP Pavilion 15, while more expensive, offers more storage, more memory, and a better processor, which could make it a superior option for more intensive tasks like video editing or running complex software. It's slightly heavier, which could impact portability. If you need a laptop for general use and portability with a tight budget, consider the ASUS R410MA. For better performance in demanding applications, the HP Pavilion 15 could be a more suitable choice despite its higher price and lesser portability. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS R410MA
Very good portability
Good battery life
Advantages of the HP Pavilion 15
Good for general use
Good for content creation
Key differences
General Use
5.5/10
7.0/10
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
TN
200.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
220.0 nits
8.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
3.0 Hours
5.3/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.2/10
8.5/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.7/10
The HP Pavilion 15 is good for general use, while the ASUS R410MA is poor.
PerfectRec’s General Use Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for general productivity, web browsing, streaming, video calls, and running a wide variety of apps and programs.
Gaming and AI
5.4/10
6.0/10
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
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 Pavilion 15 is only fair for gaming and AI, while the ASUS R410MA is poor.
The ASUS R410MA's gaming and 3D capabilities are considered poor due to its basic Intel UHD Graphics 600, less suitable for graphic-intensive tasks, and standard screen refresh rate, which doesn't support smooth visual transitions needed for gaming.
Engineering and Design
5.3/10
6.2/10
3.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.2/10
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
4.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The HP Pavilion 15 is only fair for engineering and design, while the ASUS R410MA is poor.
The ASUS R410MA has a lower-end CPU and graphics, less RAM, and a less vivid display, making it less capable of handling the complexities of engineering and design software. In contrast, the HP Pavilion 15 offers a more powerful CPU and improved integrated graphics, greater memory, as well as better screen brightness, which together better support the demands of engineering applications, although both may still struggle with highly demanding tasks due to limitations such as non-dedicated graphics cards.
Content Creation
5.7/10
7.1/10
3.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.2/10
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
4.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
TN
The HP Pavilion 15 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
5.6/10
6.6/10
3.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.2/10
4.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
5.3/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.2/10
The HP Pavilion 15 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
220.0 nits
The HP Pavilion 15 has a better screen than the ASUS R410MA for content creation, and software development.
If you prioritize a clear and vivid display for everyday tasks, you may find both the ASUS R410MA and the HP Pavilion 15 lacking due to their lower resolution and brightness, which can make text less crisp and colors less vibrant. For engineering and design work, accurate color reproduction is crucial, but these laptops may not meet professional standards as they don't cover a wide range of color gamuts, leading to less precise colors in your projects. Gamers and those into 3D will notice that the refresh rates on these models are not ideal for fast-paced visuals, and while resolution and panel type are important, their moderate performance might not deliver the smoothest gaming or 3D modeling experience.
Battery
8.5 Hours
3.0 Hours
The ASUS R410MA has 8.5 hours of battery life. The HP Pavilion 15 has 3 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
3.7 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The ASUS R410MA has very good portability, while the HP Pavilion 15 has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
5.1/10
6.2/10
The HP Pavilion 15 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
$600
$0
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
The ASUS R410MA has a price of $111 and the HP Pavilion 15 costs $600.
"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 Pavilion 15 carries a fair amount of power and a sharp display in its handsome slimline shell. It's not perfect, but it's a hard worker. This is wonderfully designed and totes a heck of a lot of desktop power, with the added benefit of a decent webcam and a full-sized keyboard. If you're getting down to business on a budget, it's a great fit."
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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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