As 2026 approaches, Fujitsu seems determined to keep the spirit of optical drives alive. The Japanese tech company has just unveiled the FMV Note A77-K3, a 16-inch productivity laptop that proudly includes a built-in DVD drive—something almost extinct in today’s ultra-thin, cloud-focused laptop market.
The A77-K3 is part of Fujitsu’s latest FMV lineup, which also includes the A75-K3 and A53-K3 models. But unlike most modern notebooks that chase minimalism and portability, this one takes a bold step back toward practicality.
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Classic Functionality Meets Modern Hardware
Under the hood, the A77-K3 packs a 13th-generation Intel Core i5-1335U processor, 16GB of DDR5 RAM, and a 256GB SSD. While those specs are solid for everyday work, what truly sets it apart is the integrated DVD drive—a rare feature in 2025-era laptops.
The display is a 16-inch WUXGA panel with a 16:10 aspect ratio and slim bezels, aimed at long-hour productivity users who prefer ample screen space. Its sturdy 1.9-kilogram chassis reflects Fujitsu’s focus on comfort and durability over lightweight competition.
Connectivity and Practical Design
Fujitsu hasn’t cut corners on connectivity either. The A77-K3 includes USB4 and multiple USB 3.2 ports, HDMI, a full-size SD card slot, Gigabit LAN, and even Wi-Fi 7 support.
Its webcam supports Windows Hello facial recognition and features a physical privacy shutter, showing Fujitsu’s continued emphasis on user security. The keyboard retains a full numeric keypad and one-touch shortcut buttons—a nod to the brand’s legacy design philosophy.
Holding On to the Optical Era
While most major laptop brands have long abandoned optical drives, Fujitsu’s choice to include one acknowledges that some users still rely on DVDs for software, archives, or secure offline storage.
In a world where laptops are judged by how thin or light they can be, the FMV Note A77-K3 stands out for exactly the opposite reason—it values functionality and flexibility over fleeting design trends.
