ASUS
ASUS BW-16D1X-U Blu-Ray RW optical disc drive
The ASUS BW-16D1X-U is a high-performance external Blu-ray RW optical drive featuring a fast USB 3.0 interface, delivering up to 10 times the speed of USB 2.0 connections. It supports 16X writing speeds for BD-R discs and BDXL media, enabling storage of up to 128 GB on a single disc. Designed for both desktop and notebook use, this drive offers plug-and-play compatibility across Mac OS X and Windows systems. It simplifies data protection with bundled software like CyberLink Power2Go 8 and supports M-DISC technology for archival storage lasting over 1,000 years.
$199.99
Owner Satisfaction
4.3
/ 5
Category Rank
82
/ 167
#82 in Optical Drives
Price vs Category Average
+55%
Above average
Optical drive type
Blu-Ray RW
/ Blu-Ray RW
Who it's for
- Ultra-Fast 16X Blu-Ray Burning
- Extensive BDXL Capacity Support
- Flexible External USB 3.0 Design
Who should skip it
- Bulky Desktop Form Factor
- High Cost of Entry
- Reliance on External Power and Software
Key Specs
Optical drive type
Blu-Ray RW
Interface
USB 3.0
BD-R write speed
16x
BD-ROM read speed
16x
Design
Internal/External (Desktop/Notebook use)
Compatibility
Windows operating systems supported
Compatibility
Mac operating systems supported
Supported Formats
BDXL
Features
- 16x accelerated Blu-ray writing performance
- USB 3.0 interface for rapid data transfer
- Supports M-DISC for 1,000+ year archival storage
- Complete backup solution with bundled software
- Disc encryption with password control available
- Plug-and-play compatibility for Mac and Windows
- Includes 12 months of free ASUS Webstorage
What customers say
This drive earns praise primarily for its high performance and archival reliability. Users value the exceptional 16X BD-R writing speed, which greatly shortens project times for large data sets. The inclusion of M-DISC support is a key feature for those prioritizing long term data preservation. Setup is generally straightforward across various disc formats. The main drawback noted by customers is operational noise; the drive can be quite loud during high speed burns, which impacts the experience in quiet settings. While the hardware is strong, the bundled software sometimes requires users to find third party alternatives for optimal playback or advanced burning features.
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