CyberDrive 16 x 12 x 40 CDR/W

Author : Martyn Date : 11th October 2001

3DVelocity would like to thank Cyberdrive and especially Bianca Giesers for their help and courtesy in providing this CD drive for review.

 

Part Seven: Final Thoughts

This drive has 'burned' quite a little place in my heart since I started testing it. I felt it would be like any other drive but I was somewhat wrong. First of all it shows great value. This is marketed as a budget solution yet with it's turn of speed and range of features you could be forgiven for thinking it was a much more expensive version. It supports RAW writing and reading, it's quick, relatively cheap and has a great retail package. What more could you want out of a CD-writer? The only downside I feel is some people's need for the fastest product available may not be satisfied here. If you are willing to sacrifice 'bleeding edge' hardware in favor of a product that offers great value for money then this is the drive for you.

This is a drive that comes with a huge recommenced stamp from me, great value, great performance and, for once, a nice bundle.

Pros: -

1. Very good price tag.
2. 'Burnproof' Exaclink features.
3. Very fast burning speeds.
4. Wide range of compatible media available.

Cons: -

1. Not the fastest solution available
2. Lack of a 'proven brand' name
3. Some 16x media may still be expensive.

 

--Cyberdrive 16 x 12 x 40 CDR/W--

 

I hope you have enjoyed this review, as usual questions, comments etc welcomed - Martyn

 

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