Dell DW316
Score: 67/100
Origbelie BT668
Score: 72/100Rankings
The Origbelie BT668 is a slim, USB-bus-powered external DVD drive offering dual USB-A/C connectivity, card readers and a retractable cable at a low price. It delivers solid performance for CD/DVD tasks but falls short on build quality and lacks Blu-ray capability.
The Dell DW316 is a compact, bus-powered external DVD±RW drive offering plug-and-play USB 2.0 connectivity and broad OS support, but its older interface and lack of modern features like M-DISC and USB-C limit its appeal for newer systems.
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60 MB/s | 625 MB/sbest | |
8 Xbest | 8 Xbest | |
8 Xbest | 8 Xbest | |
24 Xbest | 24 Xbest | |
24 Xbest | 24 Xbest | |
12 monthsbest | 12 monthsbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 8 Wbest | — |
| ↓ lower better | 200 gbest | 350 g |
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Compatibility(2) | ||
Supported Disc Formats | DVD‑R, DVD+R, DVD‑RW, DVD+RW, DVD‑R DL, DVD+R DL, DVD‑RAM, CD‑R, CD‑RW, CD‑ROM | CD±R/RW, CD‑ROM, DVD±R/RW, DVD‑RAM, VCD, SVCD |
Operating System Compatibility | Windows 7, 8, 8.1, 10, 11; macOS | Windows 11/10/8/7/XP/Vista, Linux, macOS 10.6+ |
Build & Design(1) | ||
Weight (g) | 200 g | 350 g |
Accessories(1) | ||
Included Accessories | Retractable USB cable (Type‑A & Type‑C), Carrying case | |
Power & Energy(1) | ||
Power Source | Bus-powered | USB |
Performance(1) | ||
Data Transfer Rate (MB/s) | 60 MB/s | 625 MB/s |
Connectivity(1) | ||
Interface Type | USB 2.0 | USB 3.0 |
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Professional reviewers at B&H highlight the DW316's straightforward plug-and-play design, solid USB 2.0 transfer rates, and the added value of CyberLink Media Suite, positioning it as a reliable, no-frills solution for users needing external optical media access.
Everyday users praise the drive for its immediate plug-and-play operation, dependable read/write results, and solid Dell build quality, while recurring complaints focus on outdated bundled software, vibration during high-speed burns, and the lack of a USB-C adapter or M-DISC support.
Professional reviewers note that the Origbelie drive delivers solid performance and broad OS compatibility at a low price, but the cheap plastic construction and absence of Blu-ray limit its appeal for power users.
Everyday users praise its plug-and-play ease, dual-connector cable and quiet operation, while complaining about occasional ejection failures, macOS detection issues and the flimsy build.
“Plug and play, just plug it in and go.”
“Works wonderfully, as good as a built-in drive.”
“Ease of setup, especially on Windows 11 and MacBook systems.”
