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Advantages of the ASUS R410MA
- The ASUS R410MA has no clear advantages over the HP Stream 14".
Advantages of the HP Stream 14"
- The HP Stream 14" has no clear advantages over the ASUS R410MA.
Key differences
General Use
5.5
6.5
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
TN
200.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
220.0 nits
8.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
7.5 Hours
5.3/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.0/10
8.5/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.1/10
The HP Stream 14" is only fair for general use, while the ASUS R410MA is poor.
The ASUS R410MA, with its lower-end Intel Celeron N4020 processor and 4GB of RAM, is not as well-suited for multitasking or demanding tasks, contributing to its poor general use standing; additionally, its limited storage and non-backlit, lower-quality keyboard impacts user experience negatively.
Content Creation
5.7
6.7
3.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.4/10
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
4.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
TN
The HP Stream 14" 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
6.5
3.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.4/10
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 Stream 14" 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
5.2
14.0in
SIZE
14.0in
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
TN
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
200.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
220.0 nits
The HP Stream 14" 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 the screen quality on both the ASUS and HP laptops lacking due to their lower resolution and brightness, which can result in less sharp and dimmer visuals. For engineering and design work, accurate color representation is crucial, but these laptops do not cover professional color spaces thoroughly, leading to less precise color quality for detailed projects. When it comes to gaming and 3D work, the screens on these laptops may not keep up with fast-paced visuals due to their limited refresh rates, while also having less impact on the overall experience due to moderate screen resolution and panel quality.
Cost
$111
$299
$0
$100
$200
$300
$400
$500
The ASUS R410MA has a price of $111 and the HP Stream 14" costs $299.
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Key similarities
Gaming and AI
5.4
5.7
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.5/10
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 Stream 14" and ASUS R410MA are both poor for gaming and AI.
The ASUS R410MA and HP Stream 14" perform poorly for gaming and 3D applications because they both have Intel UHD Graphics 600 GPUs and 60Hz screen refresh rates, which are not suitable for demanding graphics tasks. Additionally, their Intel Celeron processors contribute to the limited performance capabilities for such intensive activities.
Engineering and Design
5.3
5.7
3.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.4/10
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.5/10
4.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The HP Stream 14" and ASUS R410MA are both poor for engineering and design.
The ASUS R410MA and HP Stream 14" have limited performance for engineering and design due to the entry-level Intel Celeron processors, minimal RAM, and basic integrated graphics, leading to slow multitasking and poor handling of complex software; additionally, their screen quality is low, with TN panels and lower resolution which is not ideal for detail-oriented work. Although both laptops are portable with respectable battery life, their performance shortcomings and screen inadequacies are significant hurdles for engineering and design tasks where power and visual fidelity are paramount.
Battery
8.5 Hours
7.5 Hours
The ASUS R410MA has 8.5 hours of battery life. The HP Stream 14" has 7.5 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
3.5 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The ASUS R410MA and HP Stream 14" both have very good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
5.1
5.5
The HP Stream 14" and ASUS R410MA 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 HP Stream 14" compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| ASUS R410MA | HP Stream 14" |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$111 | $299 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2021 | January 1, 2022 | |
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 | 3.5 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 12.8" | 12.76" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 8.54" | 8.86" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel Celeron N4020 | Intel Celeron N4120 | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 4 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 128 GB | 320 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 8.5 Hours | 7.5 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 42 Wh | 41 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 14" | 14" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | TN | TN | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1366 x 768 | 1366 x 768 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 200 nits | 220 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 5.1/10 | 5.6/10 | |
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 | 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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ASUS R410MA
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PCMag
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."
HP Stream 14"
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PCMag
Zachary Cuevas | November 2021
"With half of the main system memory and a fraction of the storage that we recommend in any budget Windows laptop, the HP Stream 14 does not impress. Perhaps it doesn't need to, depending on your reference point. For the price, you're getting a functional laptop with Windows 10, which already places the HP Stream 14 above most Chromebooks on that merit alone. Still, in this price range, you can't do much worse, but you can do better. In fact, for just $100 more, you can grab the much superior budget option, the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14."
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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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