The ASUS R410MA is a budget-friendly option with basic performance suitable for tasks like web browsing and word processing; however, its lesser storage and RAM may hinder multitasking and data-heavy tasks. The Intel Celeron processor and lower resolution display may not be suitable for intensive applications. In contrast, the LG Gram 17, with a higher price, offers a substantial increase in performance with a powerful Intel i7 processor, significantly more RAM, and higher storage, ideal for engineering, 3D rendering, or machine learning projects. It also boasts a larger, higher-resolution screen suited for detailed work, albeit with reduced portability due to its larger size. The LG Gram's better battery life allows for longer use without charging, and its overall build quality, speaker, webcam, and display are superior to the ASUS R410MA. If your needs are primarily basic computing tasks and price is a major consideration, the ASUS might suffice. For demanding tasks and a longer-lasting, higher-quality experience, the LG Gram is the better choice, as long as you're okay with a less portable and more expensive device. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS R410MA
Very good portability
Advantages of the LG Gram 17
Very good for general use
Very good for engineering and design
Very good for software development
Very good for content creation
Good overall display quality
Good overall build quality
Very good battery life
Good speakers
Good keyboard
Key differences
General Use
5.5/10
8.5/10
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
200.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
353.0 nits
8.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
11.0 Hours
5.3/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
8.5/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.9/10
The LG Gram 17 is very good for general use, while the ASUS R410MA is poor.
The LG Gram 17 outperforms the ASUS R410MA notably with a significantly more powerful CPU, ample RAM for multitasking, a superior IPS screen with higher resolution and brightness, longer battery life, and a lighter build, enhancing both portability and user experience. While the ASUS R410MA provides basic computing needs with a modest processor, limited RAM, and a lower resolution TN panel that all contribute to its classification as poor for general use, the LG Gram 17's premium features justify its very good standing for such tasks.
Gaming and AI
5.4/10
6.5/10
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.8/10
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
8.7/10
The LG Gram 17 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
5.3/10
8.0/10
3.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.8/10
4.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
The LG Gram 17 is very good for engineering and design, while the ASUS R410MA is poor.
The ASUS R410MA, with its basic Intel Celeron processor, limited RAM, and low-quality screen, lacks the computing power and display necessary for demanding engineering and design tasks, in contrast to the LG Gram 17, which offers a high-performance Intel i7 processor, abundant RAM, advanced integrated graphics, and a high-resolution IPS screen, better supporting such intensive workloads.
Content Creation
5.7/10
8.4/10
3.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
4.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The LG Gram 17 is very 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
8.2/10
3.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
4.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
5.3/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The LG Gram 17 is very good 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
7.4/10
14.0in
SIZE
17.0in
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
200.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
353.0 nits
The LG Gram 17 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 likely has a lower resolution and less vibrant display, which means while it would be adequate for simple tasks, its limitations in sharpness and color accuracy hamper both detailed engineering work and immersive gaming experiences. Conversely, the LG Gram 17's display offers higher resolution and better brightness, providing a clearer and more comfortable view for general and professional design tasks; however, its potentially lower refresh rate makes it less ideal for the fast-paced action required in high-end gaming and 3D applications. Hence, the LG Gram 17 sits in a sweet spot for productivity and general consumption, whereas the ASUS R410MA, despite its shortcomings in display quality, may still be considered for those with basic needs and a tighter budget.
Battery
8.5 Hours
11.0 Hours
The ASUS R410MA has 8.5 hours of battery life. The LG Gram 17 has 11 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
17.0in
2.8 lbs
WEIGHT
2.9 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The ASUS R410MA has very good portability, while the LG Gram 17 has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
5.1/10
7.0/10
The LG Gram 17 has good 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
$1,699
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
The ASUS R410MA has a price of $111 and the LG Gram 17 costs $1,699.
"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 LG Gram 17 is a light office laptop with a large display and great battery life. The newest incarnation of the Gram 17 can be classified as a model update. LG uses the predecessor's compact, light magnesium case along with an identical port configuration (including 2x Thunderbolt 4) and keyboard. Changes can be found in the hardware. With the Gram 17 (2022), LG offers a light (approx. 1,350 g), mobile work device - and finally with a matte display."
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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 LG
LG is a South Korean conglomerate company. While LG is mainly known for various products outside of technology, LG also develops laptops. Within the laptop industry, they are known for their thin-and-light Gram series, as well as their value-oriented Ultra series. LG laptops offer very thin and light laptops with phenomenal battery life, and are often on sale.
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