ASUS ZenDrive U8M

DVD drive
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Zen-inspired, ultra-slim design The ASUS ZenDrive U8M packs powerful features into a sturdy, ultra-slim 13.9mm chassis. Finished with an elegant Zen-inspired look of concentric circles, the drive easily combines outstanding design, robust build quality and sophisticated style.

The perfect companion for ASUS ZenBooks or other cutting-edge notebooks USB-C is a feature that comes with just about all new notebooks - including all new ASUS ZenBook models. Once plugged in, the ASUS ZenDrive U8M is immediately ready for use. This smart slot is not only small and compact, but also supports easy plug-in for greater convenience. Connected via USB-C, the U8M powers your Windows or Mac computer in seconds with multimedia playback and backup capabilities. Store your precious photos, videos and data for generations to come The ASUS ZenDrive U8M supports.

Key specifications

Hardware interface
USB-C
Connection location
External
Supported media formats
CD-RCD-RWDVD-RDVD-R DLDVD-RWDVD+RDVD+R DLDVD+RW
Item number
16215077

General information

Manufacturer
ASUS
Category
Optical disc drive
Manufacturer no.
90DD0295-M29000
Release date
6.7.2021
Sales rank in Category Optical disc drive
56 of 479

Colour

Colour
Black

Optical drive properties

Connection location
External
Type
DVD drive
Supported media formats
CD-RCD-RWDVD-RDVD-R DLDVD-RWDVD+RDVD+R DLDVD+RW
Read formats
CD-RCD-RWDVD-RDVD-R DLDVD-RWDVD+RDVD+R DLDVD+RW
Write formats
CD-RCD-RWDVD-RDVD-R DLDVD-RWDVD+RDVD+R DLDVD+RW
Hardware interface
USB-C

Reading speed

BD-R
8 x
CD-ROM
24 x
CD-R
24 x
CD-RW
24 x
DVD-ROM
8 x
DVD+R
8 x
DVD+R DL
6 x
DVD+RW
6 x
DVD-R
8 x
DVD-R DL
6 x
DVD-RW
6 x
DVD-RW DL
6 x

Writing speed

BD-R
8 x
CD-R
24 x
CD-RW
24 x
DVD+R
8 x
DVD+R DL
6 x
DVD+RW
6 x
DVD+RW DL
6 x
DVD-R
8 x
DVD-R DL
6 x
DVD-RW
6 x
DVD-RW DL
6 x

Packaging

Packaging type
Retail

Origin

Country of origin
China

Sustainability

Manufacturer commitment
RE100SBTi

Voluntary climate contribution

Manufacturer compensation
According to RE100, the manufacturer ASUS fully compensates for its energy consumption, leading to a reduction in emissions.
CO₂-Emission
Climate contribution

Scope of delivery

software bundle
Cyberlink PowerBackupPower2Go 8
Scope of delivery
1 piece

Product dimensions

Length
14.25 cm
Width
13.55 cm
Height
1.39 cm
Weight
235 g

Package dimensions

Length
17.50 cm
Width
16.90 cm
Height
5.30 cm
Weight
378 g

30-day right of return
24 Months Warranty (Bring-in)
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Reviews & Ratings

Warranty score

How often does a product of this brand in the «Optical disc drive» category have a defect within the first 24 months?

Source: Digitec Galaxus
  • 4.HP
    0.4 %
  • 4.LG
    0.4 %
  • 6.ASUS
    0.5 %
  • 7.Deltalabs
    0.6 %
  • 7.Lenovo
    0.6 %

Warranty case duration

How many working days on average does it take to process a warranty claim from when it arrives at the service centre until it’s back with the customer?

Source: Digitec Galaxus
  • 1.Amicool
    0 days
  • 1.ASUS
    0 days
  • 1.Gembird
    0 days
  • 1.HP
    0 days
  • 1.iBox
    0 days

Return rate

How often is a product of this brand in the «Optical disc drive» category returned?

Source: Digitec Galaxus
  • 1.Krux
    0.7 %
  • 2.Sandberg
    1.3 %
  • 3.ASUS
    1.5 %
  • 3.HP
    1.5 %
  • 5.Acer
    2 %
Source: Digitec Galaxus

Translation: machine translated
Very good96/100
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Rank 1 out of 8Computer Bild8 EXTERNE DVD-BRENNER IM TESTReleaseApril 2024
  • PositiveVery fast reading and writing speed
  • PositiveElegant aluminium housing
  • NegativeAudible during firing
  • Negativesomewhat short USB connection cable

That was close: the Transcend TS8XDVDS-K came out on top. It was one of the fastest burners tested and its noise level was kept within limits. The Asus Zendrive U8M and Verbatim Slimline CD/DVD Writer 43886 models tested were exactly as good. However, as they are both more expensive than the test winner, they had to make do with second and third place...