Typical price: £45
What is it: Internal DVD±R/±RW Double/Dual Layer, Dual Format DVD/CD recorder
What we think: A decent performer in a small package
What you need to know
Reviewed on: 12 September 2005
Tags: Sony, Sony DRU-800A, hard drive, ripping, discs
We like:
Good overall performance; supports dual-layer DVD-R; reliable; short-profile body; good online support
We don't like:
Limited Nero software bundle
You might also need:
Blank media
CNET UK judgement:
The Sony DRU-800A is an overall decent performer in a small package
Full review:
Though it can't write double-layer DVD+R media as fast as Plextor's PX-716A or Memorex's 16x16x DL IDE drive, Sony's reliable DRU-800A DVD burner is a very good all-round performer. While many drives choke on certain brands or types of media, or produce errors on the outside edge of the disk at top speed, the Sony just works. We love stuff that you don't have to worry about or fuss over when you use it, and the Sony DRU-800A definitely fits in that category. Continue Reading...
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