CDRW Drive Opinions?

[jp22382]

well my old generic burner is spitting out coasters left and right in nero lately... its time to replace the beast. im looking at these two burners, any bad experiences/opinions/concerns?

Asus CRW-5224A
52x24x52

Liteon LTR-52246S
52x24x52

and also if anyone has any experience in over-burning cds with these drives, most likely using nero.

thanks a bunch-

[AMD2400]

I have been using the Liteon LTR-52246S for a couple months now and have had no problems with it. I got it for $20 after mail in rebates at Best Buy. I also use Nero Burning Rom software and burn audio, data, vcd, and svcd cd-r's without any problems.

I have never used any ASUS cd burners, so I can't give you any comments on their brand.

[dunbar]

Looking at the model numbers which are posted

Asus CRW-5224A

and

Liteon LTR-52246S

I'd say there is an excellent possibility that the Asus is a rebadged Lite-On.

[Bruneau]

Lite On? Yea, liteon makes most of them for a lot o' different names.

[JPMiller]

The Asus is not a rebadged Liteon but both are quality drives!
http://www.anandtech.com/storage/showdoc.html?i=1772

[Bruneau]

My theory is:

The faster they make 'em spin, the faster they wear out.

[jp22382]

well its not just speed im concerned with, more like features, i can be patient. all i care about is not making coasters my current burner is a couple years old, and truthfully i dont even know what it is. well ive read some reviews, and im leaning towards the asus, plus a friend has one and loves it. already own asus mobo and videocard, no complaints there.

[thegladiatorgy]

We have about six Liteon's in office for the past year. All of them are still going strong. From my experience with them I recommend the Liteon.