If you're looking for a less expensive option for basic tasks, the ASUS R410MA, with its more modest processing capabilities, could be suitable; however, for high-performance needs, such as intensive gaming or engineering work, the Razer Blade 17 offers a significant step up in power and features at a higher price. The Razer Blade 17 is less portable due to its larger size and heavier weight but excels in display quality and battery life. Choose the ASUS for everyday activities and portability on a budget, or invest in the Razer for top-tier performance and a premium build at a higher cost. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS R410MA
Very good portability
Good battery life
Advantages of the Razer Blade 17
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
Excellent speakers
Excellent keyboard
Key differences
General Use
5.5/10
8.5/10
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2160
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
200.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
486.0 nits
8.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
5.5 Hours
5.3/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
9.0/10
8.5/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
6.7/10
The Razer Blade 17 is very good for general use, while the ASUS R410MA is poor.
The ASUS R410MA has limited performance due to its less powerful CPU and low amount of RAM, paired with a lower resolution TN panel, resulting in subpar screen quality, which makes it less ideal for general use. On the other hand, the Razer Blade 17 boasts a high-end CPU, ample RAM, and a superior 4K IPS display that offers excellent screen quality, but it is less portable and has a shorter battery life due to its more powerful components.
Gaming and AI
5.4/10
8.6/10
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
9.2/10
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2160
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
Yes
7.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.2/10
The Razer Blade 17 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
9.1/10
3.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.2/10
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
9.2/10
4.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
The Razer Blade 17 is excellent for engineering and design, while the ASUS R410MA is poor.
The ASUS R410MA has a basic Intel Celeron processor, minimal RAM, and an entry-level GPU which are not suitable for demanding engineering and design tasks which require high processing power and sophisticated graphics handling, along with its lower screen resolution and quality indicating a less crisp and color-accurate display. In contrast, the Razer Blade 17 is equipped with a high-end Intel i9 processor, ample RAM, and a top-tier GPU, offering powerful performance for complex calculations and high-fidelity rendering, supported by a superior, high-resolution screen that enhances visual details and accuracy for design work.
Content Creation
5.7/10
8.5/10
3.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.2/10
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2160
4.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Razer Blade 17 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
9.2/10
4.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2160
5.3/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
9.0/10
The Razer Blade 17 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
3840 x 2160
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
200.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
486.0 nits
The Razer Blade 17 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 may offer lower resolution and brightness, which can make text less sharp and details harder to see, leading to a less satisfying experience for all types of use. For engineering and design tasks, where accurate color representation is critical, the Razer Blade 17 provides a much better screen with higher color gamut coverage, ensuring that colors are rich and true to life. However, despite its high-quality display for static images, the Razer Blade 17's lower refresh rate may not be ideal for gaming and 3D applications, where a higher refresh rate is essential for smooth motion and an immersive experience.
Battery
8.5 Hours
5.5 Hours
The ASUS R410MA has 8.5 hours of battery life. The Razer Blade 17 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
17.3in
2.8 lbs
WEIGHT
6.0 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The ASUS R410MA has very good portability, while the Razer Blade 17 has only fair portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
5.1/10
8.5/10
The Razer Blade 17 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
$4,300
$0
$1,000
$2,000
$3,000
$4,000
The ASUS R410MA has a price of $111 and the Razer Blade 17 costs $4,300.
"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."
"Our test configuration of the Blade 17 targets gamers and creative professionals. A Core i9-12900H processor, GeForce RTX 3080 Ti Laptop GPU (175 watts TGP after the BIOS update, 16 GB of VRAM), and 32 GB of working memory equip the laptop for video processing, rending, and 4k gaming at the highest level. In addition, a fast PCIe-4 SSD (1 TB) ensures short load and storage times. With the Blade 17 (Early 2022), Razer delivers a successful and powerful work device for creative professionals. But this also has its price."
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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 Razer
Razer is an American-Singaporean technology company. Razer is best known for their Blade series laptops, well known for their strong performance and sleek design. Although Razer charges a premium price tag for their laptops, buyers can expect a stealthy laptop with clean fit and finish and strong performance. All of their models offer great portability and build quality compared to other gaming laptops.
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