Buffalo
Buffalo BRXL-16U3 External Blu-ray Writer
Archive and back up your important data with the Buffalo MediaStation 16x Desktop BDXL Blu-Ray Writer. This external drive offers high-capacity storage, supporting BDXL discs for up to 128 GB on a single four-layer disc. It ensures fast performance for reading and writing Blu-ray, DVD, and CD media. Enhance your viewing experience with DVD upscaling to near HD quality. The included CyberLink Media Suite provides comprehensive tools, including Blu-ray 3D playback support for Windows users. Connect effortlessly via USB 3.0 for quick data transfer.
$159.00
Owner Satisfaction
4.5
/ 5
Category Rank
12
/ 167
#12 in Optical Drives
Price vs Category Average
+23%
Above average
Interface
3.213.11
/ USB Gen ( Gen )
Who it's for
- High-Speed Blu-ray Writing
- M-DISC Support and Archival Quality
- USB 3.0 Interface
Who should skip it
- Bulky Form Factor
- Premium Price Point
- Operational Noise
Key Specs
Interface
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1)
BD-R Write Speed
16x
DVD+R Write Speed
16x
CD Read/Write Speed
48x
BD-ROM Read Speed
12x
DVD-ROM Read Speed
16x
Dimensions
160 mm (W) x 50 mm (D) x 220 mm (H)
Weight
1.2 kg
Features
- Supports high-capacity BDXL discs up to 128 GB
- Upscales DVD content to near HD quality
- Includes comprehensive CyberLink Media Suite software
- Fast data transfer with USB 3.0 connectivity
- Reads and writes Blu-ray, DVD, and CD media
- Bundled software supports Blu-ray 3D playback
- TAA compliant and Made in Japan
What customers say
Users highly value the Buffalo BRXL-16U3 for its exceptional reliability and high performance across Blu-ray, DVD, and CD media. The drive is frequently praised for its robust build quality and impressive read and write speeds, making it excellent for archiving and backups. A key strength is its straightforward plug and play functionality, ensuring seamless compatibility with both Windows and macOS systems with minimal setup. While some users find the bundled software less intuitive, this rarely impacts the core functionality. The drive’s consistent, dependable performance in handling optical media solidifies its reputation as a highly recommended, durable solution for frequent media users.
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