If you're on a tight budget and mainly engage in basic tasks like web browsing, document editing, and streaming, the ASUS R410MA can suffice; it's also lighter on the wallet. However, if you require a laptop with higher performance for demanding applications such as 3D modelling, machine learning, or gaming, and you're ready to invest more, the Lenovo ThinkBook 13x offers stronger capabilities. The ThinkBook 13x also typically has better build quality and longer battery life, making it more suitable for on-the-go use and professional environments, but these benefits come at a higher price point. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS R410MA
The ASUS R410MA has no clear advantages over the Lenovo ThinkBook 13x.
Advantages of the Lenovo ThinkBook 13x
Good for general use
Good for engineering and design
Good for software development
Very good for content creation
Very good overall display quality
Good overall build quality
Excellent portability
Very good speakers
Good keyboard
Key differences
General Use
5.5/10
7.9/10
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1920
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
200.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
500.0 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 Lenovo ThinkBook 13x is good for general use, while the ASUS R410MA is poor.
The ASUS R410MA has a less powerful CPU and less RAM than the Lenovo ThinkBook 13x, making it slower in operation and less capable of multitasking, which detracts from its general use effectiveness. Additionally, the ThinkBook 13x provides a higher quality screen, better battery life, and enhanced portability, further distinguishing it as a more suitable choice for everyday tasks and on-the-go use.
Gaming and AI
5.4/10
6.6/10
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1920
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
8.3/10
The Lenovo ThinkBook 13x is only fair for gaming and AI, while the ASUS R410MA is poor.
The ASUS R410MA has a basic integrated graphics setup and a standard screen refresh rate, making it less suitable for gaming and 3D applications where a dedicated GPU and a higher refresh rate, like those found in the Lenovo ThinkBook 13x, significantly improve performance and visual smoothness. Additionally, the ThinkBook's superior CPU and screen quality also contribute to a better experience in these demanding tasks compared to the ASUS R410MA.
Engineering and Design
5.3/10
7.9/10
3.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.6/10
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
4.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Lenovo ThinkBook 13x is good for engineering and design, while the ASUS R410MA is poor.
The ASUS R410MA typically has less powerful CPU, less RAM, and a less capable GPU compared to the Lenovo ThinkBook 13x, making the latter better equipped for demanding engineering and design software that requires strong processing power and graphics capabilities. Additionally, the ThinkBook 13x offers superior screen quality for detailed work, while maintaining a balance of portability and build quality that includes a better keyboard, which is essential for long coding or design sessions.
Content Creation
5.7/10
8.0/10
3.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.6/10
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1920
4.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Lenovo ThinkBook 13x 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
8.6/10
4.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1920
5.3/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The Lenovo ThinkBook 13x 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
8.2/10
14.0in
SIZE
13.5in
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1920
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
200.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
500.0 nits
The Lenovo ThinkBook 13x has a better screen than the ASUS R410MA for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
For general use, the Lenovo ThinkBook 13x provides a high-resolution, bright display with a panel type that offers clear, vivid colors, making it superior to the ASUS R410MA's lower resolution and brightness. When it comes to engineering and design, the ThinkBook 13x stands out with its wider color gamut, ensuring more accurate color representation, which is essential for professional design work, unlike the ASUS with its limited color range. However, for gaming and 3D applications, while both laptops fall short on refresh rates for optimal gaming performance, the Lenovo's higher resolution still outperforms the ASUS, although neither is ideal for demanding gaming scenarios.
Portability
Very Good
Excellent
14.0in
SIZE
13.5in
2.8 lbs
WEIGHT
2.7 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.5in
The Lenovo ThinkBook 13x 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
7.6/10
The Lenovo ThinkBook 13x 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
$1,399
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The ASUS R410MA has a price of $111 and the Lenovo ThinkBook 13x costs $1,399.
"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."
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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 Lenovo
Lenovo is a Chinese technology company, and one of the largest personal computer vendor. They are well known for a variety of technology products, including laptops. Their consumer series include their entry level IdeaPad and LOQ series and mid-to-high-end Yoga and Legion series. On the business-oriented side, their series include their entry-level ThinkBook series and mid-to-high-end ThinkPad series. Lenovo laptops offer strong performance for reasonable prices, and are often on sale.
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