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Black tray-load Blu-ray burner with matte front panel

Pioneer

Pioneer BDR-209DBK 16X BD-R 2X BD-RE SATA blu-ray burner

SKU CH-GVWM-EQDHD MPN BDR-209DBK

A SATA Blu-ray burner writing BD-R at 16X, BD-R DL at 14X and DVD+R at 16X with a 4 MB cache

  • Interface typeSATA
  • Cache memory4 MB
  • BD-R speed16X
  • BD-RE speed2X
  • DVD+R write speed16X
  • DVD+RW rewrite speed8X
  • 16× BD-R write speed for fast backups
  • 14× BD-R DL support stores more per disc
  • SATA interface fits standard desktop builds
  • 4 MB buffer reduces write errors
  • 3D Blu-ray playback ready for compatible displays

Internal Blu-ray writer for desktop builds

The Pioneer BDR-209DBK is a SATA Blu-ray burner designed for desktop systems that need to read and write optical media. It supports BD-R at 16X and BD-RE at 2X, along with DVD and CD formats. A 4 MB buffer helps sustain write operations during disc creation.

SATA interface limits sustained throughput

The drive connects via SATA, which caps real-world transfer rates below the interface’s theoretical maximum. Peak write speeds of 16X on BD-R and 14X on BD-R DL are only reached on compatible media under optimal conditions. Random access and smaller files will run slower than the rated maximums.

Replaces slower DVD-only or older Blu-ray drives

Users moving from a DVD writer or an earlier Blu-ray model such as the BDR-208DBK gain faster BD-R writing and quicker movie disc readiness. The upgrade is worthwhile when archiving large projects to BD-R media or watching 3D Blu-ray titles. It does not suit builds that lack a 5.25-inch bay or a free SATA port.

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Specifications

Product
Brand namePioneer
Model nameBDR-209DBK
Panel colorBlack
Product typeInternal Blu-ray Burner
Storage
Cache memory4 MB
BD-R speed16X
BD-RE speed2X
DVD+R write speed16X
DVD+RW rewrite speed8X
DVD-R write speed16X
DVD-RW rewrite speed6X
CD-R write speed40X
CD-RW rewrite speed24X
DVD+R DL write speed8X
DVD-R DL write speed8X
DVD-ROM speed16X
CD-ROM speed40X
Loading mechanismTray
Ports & slots
Interface typeSATA
Size & build
Overall dimensions1.67 in × 5.83 in × 7.09 in
Shipping weight0.91 kg
Package size244 × 216 × 112 mm
Compatibility
Supported operating systemsWindows XP SP3 / Windows Vista / Windows 7 / Windows 8 / Windows 8.1 / Windows 10
More details
BD-R DL14X
BD-RE DL2X
BD-ROM12X

Questions about this item

Is 16X BD-R the highest write speed this model offers?

Yes, 16X BD-R is the peak write speed; BD-R dual layer reaches 14X while BD-RE and BD-RE dual layer both write at 2X.

What does 16X BD-R mean for actual disc writing time?

The drive writes single-layer BD-R media at its maximum 16X rating, while dual-layer BD-R discs are written at up to 14X.

Which SATA standard does the BDR-209DBK use and what throughput does it provide?

The drive uses a SATA interface with a 4 MB buffer to sustain high-speed writing across Blu-ray, DVD and CD formats.

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