Considering the ASUS R410MA and the MSI Raider GE67Hx, they cater to different needs. The ASUS is more budget-friendly, suitable for general use with modest processing power, and offers good portability. In contrast, the MSI, with a higher price, delivers superior performance for 3D, machine learning, gaming, and engineering tasks but is less portable due to its larger size and weight. The MSI also boasts a higher-quality display and build. If cost is a primary concern and you need a laptop for everyday tasks, ASUS might suit you. However, if performance, display quality, and gaming are priorities, the MSI is a better fit. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS R410MA
Very good portability
Good battery life
Advantages of the MSI Raider GE67Hx
Very good for general use
Very good for engineering and design
Very good for gaming and AI
Good for software development
Very good for content creation
Excellent overall display quality
Very good overall build quality
Good speakers
Excellent keyboard
Key differences
General Use
5.5/10
8.0/10
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
200.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
344.0 nits
8.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
5.5 Hours
5.3/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
9.0/10
8.5/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
6.8/10
The MSI Raider GE67Hx is very good for general use, while the ASUS R410MA is poor.
The ASUS R410MA falls short for general use due to limited RAM, a basic CPU, and a low-resolution TN screen, which together may lead to sluggish performance and subpar visual experience. In contrast, the MSI Raider GE67Hx excels with a powerful CPU, ample RAM, and a high-resolution OLED display, ensuring smooth operation and superior image quality, albeit at the cost of less portability and shorter battery life.
Gaming and AI
5.4/10
8.7/10
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.8/10
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
Yes
7.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
6.2/10
The MSI Raider GE67Hx is very 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
8.9/10
3.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.6/10
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.8/10
4.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The MSI Raider GE67Hx is very good for engineering and design, while the ASUS R410MA is poor.
PerfectRec’s Engineering and Design Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for graphic design and 3D rendering work.
Content Creation
5.7/10
8.3/10
3.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.6/10
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
4.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
The MSI Raider GE67Hx 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
7.9/10
3.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.6/10
4.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
5.3/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
9.0/10
The MSI Raider GE67Hx 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
9.1/10
14.0in
SIZE
15.6in
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
200.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
344.0 nits
The MSI Raider GE67Hx 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 dimmer display, which affects its clarity and visibility for all users, and its narrow color gamut falls short for engineering tasks requiring precise color work. On the other hand, the MSI Raider GE67Hx offers a high-resolution, bright screen with a wide color gamut, making it ideal for both general use and demanding engineering applications. However, its screen may have a lower refresh rate, which can affect the smoothness of visuals during fast-paced 3D gaming and rendering tasks.
Battery
8.5 Hours
5.5 Hours
The ASUS R410MA has 8.5 hours of battery life. The MSI Raider GE67Hx has 5.5 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
Fair
14.0in
SIZE
15.6in
2.8 lbs
WEIGHT
5.2 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.9in
The ASUS R410MA has very good portability, while the MSI Raider GE67Hx has only fair portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
5.1/10
8.5/10
The MSI Raider GE67Hx 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
$2,349
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
$3,500
The ASUS R410MA has a price of $111 and the MSI Raider GE67Hx costs $2,349.
"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."
"If you've wanted to dip your toes into PC gaming but can't let go of your console roots, the MSI Raider GE67 HX stakes out an attractive middle ground between the speed and versatility of PC gaming and the comfort and ease of a console. If you can overlook its noisy fans and chintzy touchpad, the Raider provides a powerhouse entertainment experience with an OLED screen that tops most household TVs. It's not cheap, but this gaming machine is more than the sum of its parts."
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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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