The ASUS R410MA is a budget-friendly option with basic performance suitable for everyday tasks like browsing and document editing, but it has limited storage and a lower quality TN display panel. On the other hand, the MSI Prestige 14 is pricier but offers more storage, better performance for engineering and 3D tasks, and superior screen quality with its IPS panel. The Prestige also has a backlit keyboard and a more powerful processor, making it well-suited for intensive tasks. However, both laptops have similar portability and battery life. Decide based on whether your priority is saving money or requiring higher performance and a better display. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS R410MA
The ASUS R410MA has no clear advantages over the MSI Prestige 14.
Advantages of the MSI Prestige 14
Good for general use
Good for engineering and design
Good for software development
Good for content creation
Good overall build quality
Good speakers
Good keyboard
Key differences
General Use
5.5/10
7.5/10
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
200.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
313.0 nits
8.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
8.5 Hours
5.3/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
8.5/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.8/10
The MSI Prestige 14 is good for general use, while the ASUS R410MA is poor.
The ASUS R410MA's modest CPU and 4GB RAM limit its overall performance for general use, while the MSI Prestige 14, with its more capable CPU and 16GB RAM, handles everyday tasks with greater ease. The MSI also boasts superior screen quality, better battery life, and improved portability due to its lighter weight and compact design, enhancing its suitability for general use.
Gaming and AI
5.4/10
6.2/10
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.5/10
The MSI Prestige 14 is only fair for gaming and AI, while the ASUS R410MA is poor.
The ASUS R410MA has a lower-end GPU and CPU, suitable for basic tasks but not for gaming or 3D applications, whereas the MSI Prestige 14 offers a more powerful Iris Xe graphics and better CPU, allowing for fair gaming and 3D performance. Both laptops have similar screen refresh rates which are adequate for casual use but may not be optimal for high-level gaming that benefits from higher refresh rates.
Engineering and Design
5.3/10
7.1/10
3.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.1/10
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
4.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The MSI Prestige 14 is good for engineering and design, while the ASUS R410MA is poor.
The ASUS R410MA, with its Intel Celeron processor and integrated UHD Graphics, less RAM, and a lower-quality TN screen, falls short for demanding engineering and design tasks, unlike the MSI Prestige 14 which is equipped with a higher-end Intel i5 processor, more capable Iris Xe graphics, more RAM, and a higher-quality IPS screen. Additionally, the Prestige 14 improves on attributes that are somewhat important, such as having a better keyboard and quieter operation, further making it a better fit for engineering and design professionals.
Content Creation
5.7/10
7.5/10
3.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.1/10
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
4.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The MSI Prestige 14 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
7.3/10
3.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.1/10
4.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
5.3/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The MSI Prestige 14 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
6.9/10
14.0in
SIZE
14.0in
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
200.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
313.0 nits
The MSI Prestige 14 has a better screen than the ASUS R410MA for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
For general use, the ASUS R410MA may have a lower resolution and less vivid display than the MSI Prestige 14, which likely offers sharper images and better brightness, enhancing your everyday viewing experience. The MSI Prestige 14 likely covers a wider range of color gamuts, important for precision in engineering and design tasks, providing more accurate color representation compared to the ASUS R410MA. However, both laptops may not be ideal for 3D gaming due to lower refresh rates, but the MSI Prestige 14 still offers a better resolution and panel type, which ensures a somewhat more satisfactory gaming and 3D experience than the ASUS R410MA despite the refresh rate limitation.
Build Quality
5.1/10
7.4/10
The MSI Prestige 14 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
$1,040
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
The ASUS R410MA has a price of $111 and the MSI Prestige 14 costs $1,040.
"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 MSI Prestige 14” is excellent for productivity and business use cases, but it is not ideal for creators or visual content editors. The Prestige was able to power through days of email, spreadsheets, and text documents without breaking a sweat and was a joy to use. The additional ports were a breath of fresh air, as most laptops seem to be moving towards just Thunderbolt ports. The security options made signing in effortless, with two quick, more secure, and faster options than even the most complex alphanumeric passcode."
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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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