Best selling Optical disc drives from ASUS

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1. ASUS ZenDrive U9M

The Asus ZenDrive U9M is an ultra-slim, external DVD burner with support for USB Type-C and USB Type-A. Two cables are included for data transfer with PC and Mac. The high-quality, Zen-inspired design with its fine, concentric circles shows how beautiful technology can be. Compared to hard drives, flash drives and other recordable media, which have a lifespan of around 8 years, M-DISC writing technology engraves the data in a patented, stone-like layer that can withstand extreme environmental conditions and enables the storage of lifelong memories and important data for more than 1,000 years. Compatible with Windows and Mac OS. 

What our customers think

Pro

  • Small and handy
  • USB-C port is worth its weight in gold with Intel NUCs
  • Very quiet

Contra

  • Somewhat loud in operation
  • Cables too short
  • slightly short cable
ASUS ZenDrive U9M (CD burner, CD drive, DVD drive, DVD writer)
Optical disc drive
−15%
CHF30.70 was CHF36.–

ASUS ZenDrive U9M

CD burner, CD drive, DVD drive, DVD writer

2. ASUS SBW-06D5H-U BLACK USB3.1

The ASUS SBW-06D5H-U is a portable USB 3.1 Gen 1 Blu-ray burner that supports both USB Type C and USB Type A. It comes with two cables for data transfer with PC and Mac. It supports the M-DISC format for lifetime data backups. The ultra-slim design in glossy black with a blue LED ring showcases technology at its finest. This makes it the perfect companion for compact and slim notebooks. 

What our customers think

Pro

  • USB C
  • Very compact
  • Plug and play works

Contra

  • housing is unstable "cheap plastic"
  • Supplied software not optimal
  • Somewhat thin housing
ASUS SBW-06D5H-U BLACK USB3.1 (Blu-ray burner, Blu-ray drive, CD burner, CD drive, DVD drive, DVD writer)
Optical disc drive
CHF108.–

ASUS SBW-06D5H-U BLACK USB3.1

Blu-ray burner, Blu-ray drive, CD burner, CD drive, DVD drive, DVD writer

3. ASUS BW-16D1X-U

The ASUS BW-16D1X-U is a powerful Blu-ray disc drive that can write BD-R media at 16x speed. USB 3.0 enables high burning speeds, and with BDXL support, up to 128 GB of data can be stored on a single disc. The professional backup software Nero BackItUp, Power Backup, provides an extremely reliable backup solution.

With USB 3.0, data can be transferred up to ten times faster than with USB 2.0. Thanks to the extremely fast 16x writing speed, it only takes 10 minutes to create a backup of 25 GB of data. The ASUS BW-16D1X-U supports Mac OS X and Windows without the need for additional software installation and is ready to use immediately after being connected to the USB port of a laptop or PC. The ASUS BW-16D1X-U offers a complete, easy-to-use backup solution.
 

What our customers think

Pro

  • With 3 software
  • Works immediately

4. ASUS ZenDrive V1M

Enjoy playing audio CDs and DVDs, burning discs, installing software and more with the ASUS ZenDrive V1M, the high-quality external DVD drive and burner. With its slim, self-storing USB-C cable, the ZenDrive V1M is the perfect addition to laptops - in the office or on the go.

The ASUS ZenDrive V1M combines functionality and convenience in a sleek, modern design. The 24cm long connection cable is housed in a corner cover so it won't get lost. The ZenDrive V1M is an indispensable companion that you can take with you wherever you go as it is both smart and stylish. The ASUS ZenDrive V1M supports both Windows and macOS.
 

What our customers think

Pro

  • USB-C cable can be stowed away

5. ASUS ZenDrive U8M SDRW-08U8M-U

The ASUS ZenDrive U8M offers a lot of functionality in a robust, ultra-thin 13.9 mm frame. With its beautiful, Zen-inspired concentric circle aesthetic, it effortlessly combines great design, solid construction, and sophisticated style.

USB-C is a feature of virtually all new laptops, including all new ASUS ZenBook models - so the ASUS ZenDrive U8M is ready to use right away. The clever little connector allows for convenient connection in any direction. Simply connect the U8M via USB-C to instantly add multimedia playback or backup capabilities to your Windows or Mac computer.

The ASUS ZenDrive U8M supports M-DISC, an archival-quality storage solution designed to help users protect their most valuable digital memories, such as family photos and home videos. Compared to hard drives, flash drives, and other writable media that have a storage lifespan of about 8 years, M-DISC burning technology engraves recorded data into a patented stone-like layer that withstands extreme conditions, allowing you to store your lifelong memories and important data for 1,000 years or more.
 

What our customers think

Pro

  • Small, light
  • Very quiet

Contra

  • No USB-C port on the device
  • Lots of packaging

6. ASUS Sbc-06d2x-U

BDXL 8482 - Support - Enhanced Disc Compatibility

- Supports BDXL format
- Extreme 6x Blu-ray reading speed
- Blu-ray 3D support, 2D-to-3D DVD conversion, DVD upscaling
to HD 1080p
- Dolby EX and DTS-HD (5.1 channel)
- IF Design Award 2011
- Taiwan Excellence Award 2012

Thanks to the BDXL format, massive amounts of data can be burned onto a single Blu-ray disc; that is, up to 100 GB on a BD-R (TL) and 128 GB on a BD-R (QL).

The Auto Tuning Power technology provides optimized performance, allowing a disc to be burned in the best quality.

Safety comes first, whether in a professional or private setting. It is important to protect sensitive information from unauthorized access. The Disc Encryption II feature offers double protection for the data to be secured.
 

ASUS Sbc-06d2x-U (Blu-ray drive, CD burner, CD drive, DVD drive, DVD writer)
Optical disc drive
CHF93.90

ASUS Sbc-06d2x-U

Blu-ray drive, CD burner, CD drive, DVD drive, DVD writer

7. ASUS Sdrw-08u1mt

The Asus SDRW-08U1MT is a slim, external DVD burner that offers a simple solution for writing DVDs with its extremely high 8X writing speed, all in a lightweight, ultra-compact package. The E-Green technology can automatically close drive applications when not in use, reducing power consumption by up to 50%. The E-Media technology provides a quiet operating environment and delivers an optimal multimedia experience. Personal memories and other data can be securely stored for up to 1,000 years thanks to M-Disk support. With OTS technology, the drive performs a test before the actual burning process to determine the optimal burning method, ensuring that data is burned extremely quickly and always in the best quality. 

What our customers think

Pro

  • Installed vertically, works perfectly
  • Very compact
  • Slim line

8. ASUS SDRW-08D2S-U Lite

The elegant DVD burner SDRW-08D2S-U from ASUS achieves up to 8x burning speed for DVDs and up to 24x speed for CDs. It is designed for both horizontal and vertical operation and supports not only standard 12 cm but also 8 cm CDs and DVDs. The burner is equipped with Asus E-Green technology. The E-Green mode is activated when the burner remains in idle state for more than two minutes. Unnecessary applications are closed to save energy. Additionally, detailed information about the energy saved is displayed. 

What our customers think

Pro

  • Good design
  • Works perfectly
  • Very small/handy

Contra

  • Two USB cables and still quite short
  • A little noisy in places
  • Attention: requires 2 USB ports

9. ASUS DRW-08D6MT/BLK/B/AS intern

140 mm depth makes the difference

Compact size for optimal airflow and compatibility

DIY-friendly, modular design
- Fits existing 5.25" drive bays.

Improves CPU
cooling
- 30 mm shorter than most 5.25" HH DVD burners for better airflow and reduced thermal interference between ODD and CPU for stable performance under load.

Better suited for fans and AIO
- Compatible with 120/140 mm fans and 280 mm AIO coolers.

SATA 15-pin to 6-pin power cable included
- Includes a SATA 15-pin to 6-pin Slimline power cable for easy connection to the power supply.

Superior burning quality at 8X
At 8x writing speed, lower PIE values mean better burning quality and more stable disc performance.

Green focus
The most energy-efficient drive
E-Green automatically closes the drive application when not in use, saving the user over 50% power.

M-DISC support
1,000-year storage solution
Store your priceless memories or data for up to 1,000 years.
 

10. ASUS Sbw-06d2x-U

The SBW-06D2X-U from ASUS is a slim Blu-ray burner that you can connect to your PC via USB 2.0. The device supports not only all common burning formats but also BDXL up to 120 gigabytes. The burner achieves a 16x writing speed for CD-RWs, an 8x speed for DVD±R/DVD+RW, and a 6x speed for BD-R Blu-ray discs. 

What our customers think

Pro

  • Works perfectly
  • Small, easy to put into operation (double USB cable included).
  • Easy to install

Contra

  • Has 2 USB ports that you have to use
  • No playback software available
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