| Feature | Python | Assembly |
| Language level | High-level language | Low-level language |
| Readability | Easy to read, uses structured English | Hard to read, works almost directly with machine code |
| Development | Faster | Slower |
| Memory | Memory management handled by interpreter | Direct manipulation of memory |
| Debugging | Easier debugging with high-level constructs | Debugging often involves examining memory directly |
| Performance | Slower execution speed | Faster execution speed (typically) |
| Usage | Used mostly to write programs, games, AI and mobile apps | Used mostly to write scripts for machines |