The ASUS R410MA is a budget-friendly option with a basic processor and graphics suited for everyday tasks like web browsing and document editing; it is lightweight and portable. In contrast, the MSI Raider GE78 is a premium, high-end laptop designed for intensive gaming, 3D work, and engineering, featuring a powerful processor, top-tier graphics, and a high-quality display, but it is heavier and less portable. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS R410MA
Very good portability
Advantages of the MSI Raider GE78
Very good for general use
Excellent for engineering and design
Best in class for gaming and AI
Very good for software development
Very good for content creation
Very good overall display quality
Very good overall build quality
Best in class speakers
Best in class keyboard
Key differences
General Use
5.5/10
8.7/10
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
200.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
384.0 nits
8.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
6.0 Hours
5.3/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
9.5/10
8.5/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
5.5/10
The MSI Raider GE78 is very good for general use, while the ASUS R410MA is poor.
The ASUS R410MA has a lower-end CPU and minimal RAM, which makes it insufficient for demanding tasks, and its inferior screen quality offers a less enjoyable viewing experience. In contrast, the MSI Raider GE78 boasts a top-tier CPU and plentiful RAM, enhancing performance significantly for a variety of uses, while its superior screen ensures crisp and vibrant displays, but it is less portable and has a shorter battery life.
Gaming and AI
5.4/10
9.5/10
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
9.9/10
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
Yes
7.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
6.5/10
The MSI Raider GE78 is best in class for gaming and AI, while the ASUS R410MA is poor.
The ASUS R410MA is unsuitable for gaming and 3D applications due to its basic Intel Celeron processor and entry-level Intel UHD Graphics 600, coupled with a standard 60Hz TN screen, which translates to less fluid visuals and lower performance for demanding tasks. On the other hand, the MSI Raider GE78 excels in these areas with its high-end Intel i9 processor and powerful Nvidia RTX 4090 GPU, alongside a high-refresh IPS display for smoother gameplay and better color reproduction.
Engineering and Design
5.3/10
9.4/10
3.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.9/10
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
9.9/10
4.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
The MSI Raider GE78 is excellent for engineering and design, while the ASUS R410MA is poor.
The ASUS R410MA is less suitable for engineering and design because it has a basic CPU, limited RAM, and an entry-level integrated GPU, which may struggle with demanding applications and multitasking; its screen quality is also lower, affecting the clarity and color accuracy needed for design work. In contrast, the MSI Raider GE78 offers a high-end CPU, ample RAM, and a powerful discrete GPU, ensuring smooth performance in resource-intensive tasks, and its superior screen quality provides better visual detail and color representation, which is essential for engineering and design, although it's less portable and has louder operating noise.
Content Creation
5.7/10
8.8/10
3.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.9/10
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
4.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The MSI Raider GE78 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
8.5/10
3.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.9/10
4.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
5.3/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
9.5/10
The MSI Raider GE78 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
8.6/10
14.0in
SIZE
17.3in
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
200.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
384.0 nits
The MSI Raider GE78 has a better screen than the ASUS R410MA for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
If you prioritize screen crispness and color accuracy for tasks like web browsing, document editing, or video streaming, the ASUS R410MA falls short with its below-average display, while the MSI Raider GE78 offers a superior visual experience. For engineering and design work, where precise colors are crucial, the ASUS R410MA's limited color range will disappoint, yet the MSI Raider GE78's better coverage of professional color spaces will provide a more accurate and vibrant workspace. However, the MSI Raider GE78's lower refresh rate might not be ideal for smooth 3D animations or gaming, areas where a high refresh rate is vital, acknowledging that the ASUS R410MA isn't designed for such demanding visual tasks either.
Battery
8.5 Hours
6.0 Hours
The ASUS R410MA has 8.5 hours of battery life. The MSI Raider GE78 has 6 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
Poor
14.0in
SIZE
17.3in
2.8 lbs
WEIGHT
6.8 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
1.1in
The ASUS R410MA has very good portability, while the MSI Raider GE78 has poor portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
5.1/10
8.5/10
The MSI Raider GE78 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
$4,386
$0
$1,000
$2,000
$3,000
$4,000
The ASUS R410MA has a price of $111 and the MSI Raider GE78 costs $4,386.
"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."
"Performance-wise, the GE78 offers a significant boost over the GE77 for just slightly higher power consumption. You'll have to get the RTX 4080 or 4090 configurations to see the performance advantages, however, as the RTX 4070 is closer in performance to the older RTX 3080 Ti. In terms of design, some users might prefer the 16:9 minimalistic look of the older GE77 over the 16:10 retro-inspired GE78 and vice versa. We wouldn't call one better than the other in terms of aesthetics, but we'll give the edge to the GE78 for its stronger hinges and larger keys and clickpad."
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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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