The Asus R410MA is a more budget-friendly option that is lighter, which may be a better choice for portability. However, the Maypug 15" Laptop, although more expensive, offers a larger screen, better display technology with an IPS panel, more storage, double the RAM, and a newer processor. The tradeoff here is between cost and basic features of the Asus versus the improved performance and display quality of the Maypug. Consider the Maypug if you need better multitasking and a more pleasant screen for extended viewing, whereas the Asus is suitable for more casual use and carrying around easily. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS R410MA
Very good portability
Advantages of the Maypug 15" Laptop
The Maypug 15" Laptop has no clear advantages over the ASUS R410MA.
Key differences
Screen Quality
5.1/10
5.7/10
14.0in
SIZE
15.6in
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
200.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
200.0 nits
The Maypug 15" Laptop has a better screen than the ASUS R410MA for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
When choosing a laptop for general use, a high-quality screen with good resolution and brightness makes for a more comfortable and clear viewing experience; both the ASUS R410MA and the Maypug 15" laptops have screens that don't deliver well in these aspects, which could make for less vivid and less sharp visuals. For engineers and designers, accurate color representation is key for precision work, and lacking a wide color gamut means that the ASUS and Maypug may not display colors as accurately as needed. Finally, for a smooth 3D or gaming experience, a higher refresh rate is essential to avoid lag and motion blur, and with these laptops not prioritizing fast refresh rates, users may see noticeable stutter during fast-paced actions.
Battery
8.5 Hours
7.0 Hours
The ASUS R410MA has 8.5 hours of battery life. The Maypug 15" Laptop has 7 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
3.6 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The ASUS R410MA has very good portability, while the Maypug 15" Laptop has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$111
$600
$0
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
The ASUS R410MA has a price of $111 and the Maypug 15" Laptop costs $600.
The Maypug 15" Laptop and ASUS R410MA are both poor for general use.
The ASUS R410MA offers a modest CPU and RAM, making it unsuitable for demanding applications, and its TN panel with low brightness and color coverage provides a poor screen quality experience. Conversely, the Maypug 15" Laptop, while offering more RAM and better screen size with an IPS panel, still falls behind in performance due to its basic processor, and both suffer from limited battery life which hampers portability.
Gaming and AI
5.4/10
5.6/10
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
7.5/10
The Maypug 15" Laptop and ASUS R410MA are both poor for gaming and AI.
The ASUS R410MA and the Maypug 15" Laptop are both limited for gaming and 3D applications due to their underpowered Intel Celeron processors and basic Intel UHD Graphics, which lack the performance necessary for such demanding tasks. Additionally, they have standard screen refresh rates that do not provide the smooth visuals needed for an optimal gaming experience.
Engineering and Design
5.3/10
5.6/10
3.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.4/10
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.5/10
4.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
The Maypug 15" Laptop and ASUS R410MA are both poor for engineering and design.
The ASUS R410MA and Maypug 15" Laptop are both poor choices for engineering and design use because they sport low-powered Intel Celeron processors, minimal RAM, and basic Intel UHD Graphics not suited for demanding tasks or rendering. Additionally, both have low-resolution screens which compromise detailed work in design applications, further limiting their effectiveness in engineering and design roles.
Content Creation
5.7/10
5.9/10
3.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.4/10
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
4.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Maypug 15" Laptop and ASUS R410MA are both poor for content creation.
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
5.9/10
3.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.4/10
4.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
5.3/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.0/10
The Maypug 15" Laptop and ASUS R410MA are both poor for software development.
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.
Build Quality
5.1/10
5.1/10
The ASUS R410MA and Maypug 15" Laptop 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 Maypug 15" Laptop 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."
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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.
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