The ASUS R410MA is more budget-friendly and offers basic performance suitable for general tasks with a passable battery life, making it practical for daily use without heavy computing needs. Conversely, the Samsung Galaxy Book2 360, while more expensive, provides a much better performance with its higher-quality processor and more RAM, which is advantageous for intensive engineering tasks, 3D work, or machine learning. It also includes a high-quality OLED touchscreen and a sleek design that enhances portability and usability. Its superior battery capacity and improved screen characteristics make it ideal for professionals or students who require a powerful and versatile device. For gaming, neither of these laptops is optimal due to their integrated graphics. Choose the ASUS if you're on a tight budget and have modest computing needs, or the Samsung if you need a high-performance laptop with a premium display and can afford to spend extra. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS R410MA
The ASUS R410MA has no clear advantages over the Samsung Galaxy Book2 360.
Advantages of the Samsung Galaxy Book2 360
Good for general use
Good for engineering and design
Good for software development
Good for content creation
Good overall display quality
Good overall build quality
Excellent portability
Good keyboard
Key differences
General Use
5.5/10
7.6/10
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
200.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
375.0 nits
8.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
8.0 Hours
5.3/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
8.5/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
9.3/10
The Samsung Galaxy Book2 360 is good for general use, while the ASUS R410MA is poor.
The ASUS R410MA offers less advanced specs, such as a lower-tier CPU, less RAM, a lower-resolution TN screen, and limited battery life, making it less suitable for everyday tasks, whereas the Samsung Galaxy Book2 360 features a high-end CPU, abundant RAM, a high-resolution OLED touchscreen, and longer battery life, enhancing its performance and user experience for general use. The Galaxy Book2 also has higher quality in portability, keyboard, and speaker aspects, further solidifying its standing as a good choice 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
9.5/10
The Samsung Galaxy Book2 360 is only fair for gaming and AI, while the ASUS R410MA is poor.
The ASUS R410MA has a basic GPU and a lower-quality TN panel, which makes it less suitable for gaming and 3D applications. In contrast, the Samsung Galaxy Book2 360 includes a superior Iris Xe GPU and a high-quality OLED display, providing better performance and visual quality for such tasks.
Engineering and Design
5.3/10
7.3/10
3.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
4.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Samsung Galaxy Book2 360 is good for engineering and design, while the ASUS R410MA is poor.
The ASUS R410MA has a weaker CPU, less RAM, and a lower quality screen, making it less suitable for engineering and design tasks that require powerful processing and detailed visuals. In contrast, the Samsung Galaxy Book2 360, with a more capable CPU, more RAM, better GPU, and higher quality OLED screen, provides smoother and more efficient performance for such demanding activities.
Content Creation
5.7/10
7.6/10
3.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
4.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
The Samsung Galaxy Book2 360 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
7.4/10
3.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
4.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
5.3/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The Samsung Galaxy Book2 360 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
7.8/10
14.0in
SIZE
13.3in
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
200.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
375.0 nits
The Samsung Galaxy Book2 360 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 screen may not offer the clarity and vibrancy needed for tasks that demand fine detail and color accuracy, such as engineering and design work, due to its lower resolution and limited color gamut. The Samsung Galaxy Book2 360 provides a much better visual experience for both general use and professional design tasks because of its higher resolution, brighter display, and wider color gamut. However, the Galaxy Book2 360's lack of a high refresh rate makes it less suitable for 3D applications and gaming, where smoother motion is crucial for an immersive experience.
Portability
Very Good
Excellent
14.0in
SIZE
13.3in
2.8 lbs
WEIGHT
2.5 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.5in
The Samsung Galaxy Book2 360 has excellent portability, while the ASUS R410MA has very good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
5.1/10
7.8/10
The Samsung Galaxy Book2 360 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
$800
$0
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
The ASUS R410MA has a price of $111 and the Samsung Galaxy Book2 360 costs $800.
"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."
"Samsung gets all the basics right with the Book2 360. Its convertible design works well in both laptop and tablet modes, yet still manages to be highly portable, with impressive battery life and eye-catching AMOLED display. The Samsung Galaxy Book2 360 measures just 12.9mm thick and weighs 1.16kg, making it one of the most affordable ultra-portables currently available. It’s sturdily built too, so it can cope with life on the road."
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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 Samsung
Samsung Electronics is one of the largest technology corporation by revenue. Based in South Korea, they are very well known for their wide range of phones, tablets, TVs and appliances. Their main line of laptops is the Galaxy Book series, launched in 2017. This range includes 2-in-1 convertible devices and standard notebooks, with a focus on portability and value for money.
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