Asus ZenDrive V1M
Score: 75/100
Wbacon External CD DVD Drive
Score: 74/100Rankings
ASUS ZenDrive V1M is a slim USB-C external DVD writer that supports M-DISC archival media and includes a retractable 24 cm cable for cable-free portability. It provides solid 24× CD and 8× DVD speeds, though it is heavier than some rivals and comes with only a one-year warranty. Suited for professionals needing reliable long-term storage and cross-platform compatibility.
The Wbacon External CD/DVD Drive combines 8× DVD/24× CD speeds with a 7-in-1 hub offering USB-C, SD and TF slots in a portable package. Its trade-off is a heavier, bulkier chassis and a modest 0.5 MB buffer that can limit sustained performance. Ideal for users who need both optical media capability and extra connectivity on laptops and tablets.
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| ↓ lower better | 340 gbest | 357 g |
| ↓ lower better | 15.24 mmbest | 28.96 mm |
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Connectivity(1) | ||
Interface | USB Type-C | USB 3.0/2.0/Type-C |
Features(1) | ||
Supported Media | DVD±R, DVD±RW, DVD±R DL, CD‑R, CD‑RW | CD, DVD, optional BD |
Power(1) | ||
Power Source | Bus-powered via USB-C | USB-powered |
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Weight (g) | 340 g | 357 g |
Thickness (mm) | 15.24 mm | 28.96 mm |
Form Factor | slim | External |
General(1) | ||
Operating System Compatibility | Windows 11, Windows 10, Windows 8/8.1, macOS | Windows 11,10,8,7,XP,Vista,98,SE,ME,2000,Mac OS 10.6+,Linux |
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Professional reviewers and editors, primarily from retailer listings, praise the Wbacon drive for its dependable 8× DVD/24× CD performance and the added value of a built-in 7-in-1 hub that consolidates multiple ports and card readers. They also commend its wide-range OS support, positioning it as a practical, budget-friendly accessory for users needing occasional optical media access.
The Wbacon 7-in-1 External CD/DVD Drive is a lightweight, plug-and-play optical drive that adds DVD/CD read/write capability plus a USB hub with card readers to laptops and desktops. It offers 8× DVD and 24× CD speeds, USB 3.0 transfer up to 5 Gbps, and works across Windows, macOS and Linux.
