If you prioritize a high-resolution touchscreen, superior processor, and graphics performance for 3D rendering, machine learning, or gaming, the MSI Creator Z16P is a better choice but comes at a higher price. Conversely, the ASUS R410MA offers basic functionality for general use at a budget-friendly price, but it won’t meet the demands of intensive tasks or deliver a high-quality display experience due to its less powerful processor, minimal storage, and lower screen quality. The Z16P also has a larger screen and higher battery capacity, which translates to more workspace and longer use between charges, but this also means it will be heavier and less portable than the lighter, smaller ASUS R410MA. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS R410MA
Very good portability
Good battery life
Advantages of the MSI Creator Z16P
Good for general use
Very good for engineering and design
Good for gaming and AI
Good for software development
Good for content creation
Very good overall display quality
Very good overall build quality
Very good speakers
Very good keyboard
Key differences
General Use
5.5/10
7.8/10
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
200.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
394.0 nits
8.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
5.0 Hours
5.3/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
8.5/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.2/10
The MSI Creator Z16P is good for general use, while the ASUS R410MA is poor.
The ASUS R410MA's less powerful Intel Celeron processor and 4GB of RAM contribute to its poor performance for general use, alongside a basic TN display with lower resolution, which affects screen quality. In contrast, the MSI Creator Z16P offers a robust Intel i9 processor with 16GB of RAM for smooth multitasking and a high-resolution IPS touchscreen, ensuring better performance and visual experience, though it is heavier and has a shorter battery life, impacting portability.
Gaming and AI
5.4/10
7.6/10
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
7.4/10
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
165Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.7/10
The MSI Creator Z16P is good 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
8.3/10
3.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.2/10
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
7.4/10
4.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The MSI Creator Z16P is very good for engineering and design, while the ASUS R410MA is poor.
The ASUS R410MA has an underpowered CPU and minimal RAM, making it ill-suited for demanding engineering and design tasks, while the MSI Creator Z16P boasts a high-performance CPU, abundant RAM, a powerful GPU, and a high-quality screen which is essential for such intensive work. Additionally, the MSI has a larger, higher-resolution screen that offers better color accuracy and contrast, further enhancing its suitability for engineering and design compared to the ASUS R410MA, which has a lower resolution and less color-accurate display.
Content Creation
5.7/10
7.9/10
3.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.2/10
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
4.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The MSI Creator Z16P 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
7.6/10
3.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.2/10
4.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
5.3/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
The MSI Creator Z16P is 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
8.3/10
14.0in
SIZE
16.0in
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
165Hz
200.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
394.0 nits
The MSI Creator Z16P 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's screen may lack the sharpness, brightness, and vibrant colors expected for everyday tasks, making it less appealing for general use, engineering, or design where clarity and color accuracy are key. On the other hand, the MSI Creator Z16P's display provides a more vivid and accurate color experience, beneficial for tasks requiring precision like engineering and design. However, for gaming and 3D applications where fast-paced visuals are vital, the MSI's lower refresh rate could make it less optimal despite its great resolution and panel technology.
Battery
8.5 Hours
5.0 Hours
The ASUS R410MA has 8.5 hours of battery life. The MSI Creator Z16P has 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
Good
14.0in
SIZE
16.0in
2.8 lbs
WEIGHT
5.2 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The ASUS R410MA has very good portability, while the MSI Creator Z16P has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
5.1/10
8.0/10
The MSI Creator Z16P has very 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
$1,300
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
The ASUS R410MA has a price of $111 and the MSI Creator Z16P costs $1,300.
"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."
"There's almost nothing left to be desired with the MSI Z16P. The creator laptop offers enormous performance resources for image editing, video editing, rendering, and more. All this is presented on a precalibrated, adequately sized, and high-resolution display. Its color space, refresh rate, and panel technology are also perfectly suited for a device that specializes in video reproduction and editing."
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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 MSI
MSI, also known as Micro-Star International, is a Taiwanese technology corporation. MSI is known for their wide range of gaming devices. Their series include the entry-level Cyborg/Thin and Sword/Katana series, the mid-range Bravo/Delta and Crosshair/Pulse series, and their high-end Vector, Raider, Stealth, and Titan GT series. At every performance level, MSI offers a variety of devices with varying balances between performance, battery life, weight, and price, making them a solid option to consider at every price point.
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