When choosing between the ASUS R410MA and the MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio, consider the primary use for the laptop. The ASUS is more budget-friendly and suitable for everyday tasks like web browsing, light productivity tasks, and watching videos. However, the MSI offers considerably higher performance, suitable for demanding tasks such as 3D modeling, machine learning and gaming; it also likely has a more robust build and better display but at a higher cost. The ASUS will be lighter and possibly have longer battery life, making it more portable, whereas the MSI's high performance may lead to a shorter battery life and a heavier build. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS R410MA
Very good portability
Advantages of the MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio
Very good for general use
Excellent for engineering and design
Very good for gaming and AI
Very good for software development
Very 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
8.4/10
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
200.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
305.0 nits
8.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
6.0 Hours
5.3/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.5/10
8.5/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
6.0/10
The MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio is very good for general use, while the ASUS R410MA is poor.
The ASUS R410MA might struggle with multitasking and demanding applications due to its less powerful CPU and lower RAM, compromising the experience in general use, while its screen quality and battery life are not designed to meet higher expectations. On the other hand, the MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio offers a high-performance CPU, ample RAM, superior screen quality, and longer battery life, providing a smoother, more enjoyable general use experience, albeit at the expense of being less portable and possibly having a higher price.
Gaming and AI
5.4/10
8.9/10
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
9.7/10
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
7.5/10
The MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio is very good for gaming and AI, while the ASUS R410MA is poor.
The ASUS R410MA lacks a powerful GPU and has a lower screen refresh rate, which hinders performance in gaming and 3D applications, whereas the MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio is equipped with a high-end GPU and a higher refresh rate display, ensuring smoother visuals and better performance in these tasks. Additionally, while both have adequate CPUs and screen quality, the superior GPU in the MSI makes it a preferable option for demanding graphics work.
Engineering and Design
5.3/10
9.1/10
3.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.6/10
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
9.7/10
4.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
The MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio is excellent for engineering and design, while the ASUS R410MA is poor.
The ASUS R410MA typically has more modest CPU, RAM and lacks a dedicated GPU, affecting its ability to handle demanding engineering software, while its screen quality may not be ideal for design work. In contrast, the MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio is designed with a powerful CPU, ample RAM, high-end GPU, and superior screen quality, crucial for engineering and design tasks, but this also results in a less portable device with more substantial weight and possibly louder operating noise.
Content Creation
5.7/10
8.5/10
3.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.6/10
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
4.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio 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
8.2/10
3.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.6/10
4.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
5.3/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.5/10
The MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio 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
8.4/10
14.0in
SIZE
18.0in
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
200.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
305.0 nits
The MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio 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 display offers lower resolution and brightness which makes it less appealing for general use, and its limited color gamut reduces its effectiveness for tasks in engineering and design, where precise colors are essential. The MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio's high-resolution, bright panel and wide color coverage make it excellent for both day-to-day tasks and professional design work. However, for gaming and 3D applications, the MSI's lower refresh rate compared to specialized gaming laptops may lead to less smooth visuals, which is why it might not be the best option for those specific uses.
Battery
8.5 Hours
6.0 Hours
The ASUS R410MA has 8.5 hours of battery life. The MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio 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
Fair
14.0in
SIZE
18.0in
2.8 lbs
WEIGHT
6.1 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.9in
The ASUS R410MA has very good portability, while the MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio has only fair portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
5.1/10
8.0/10
The MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio 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
$2,900
$0
$1,000
$2,000
$3,000
$4,000
The ASUS R410MA has a price of $111 and the MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio costs $2,900.
"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."
Get a great deal on the ASUS R410MA or the MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio
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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