HP DVD-RW Drive
Score: 85/100
Roofull External CD DVD Drive USB-C
Score: 86/100Rankings
The Roofull External CD/DVD Drive provides USB 3.0 connectivity, dual USB-A/C ports and built-in noise reduction for quiet, fast disc operations. However, it lacks Blu-ray support and may require an extra power cable on low-power devices. Best suited for travelers and professionals who need versatile connectivity for legacy media.
The HP Office DVD-RW Drive provides solid CD/DVD read/write performance with M-Disc support in a lightweight 9.5 mm, 204 g package. Its main limitation is the modest 8× DVD write speed and reliance on host USB power for optimal performance. Best for mobile professionals needing reliable archival capability without bulk.
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| ↓ lower better | 204.1 gbest | 300 g |
| ↓ lower better | 9.5 mmbest | 17.7 mm |
1 years | 2 yearsbest | |
70,000 hoursbest | — |
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Connectivity(2) | ||
Interface | USB 2.0/3.0 | USB 3.0 |
USB Standard | USB 2.0/3.0 | USB 3.0 |
Features(1) | ||
Supported Media | DVD±RW, DVD±R, CD-RW, CD-R, M-Disc compatible | CD/DVD |
Power(1) | ||
Power Source | USB-powered | USB |
Build & Design(2) | ||
Weight (g) | 204.1 g | 300 g |
Thickness (mm) | 9.5 mm | 17.7 mm |
General(2) | ||
Warranty (years) | 1 years | 2 years |
Operating System Compatibility | Windows 11,10,8,7,Vista,XP,2008,2003,Mac OS X | Windows, Mac, Linux |
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Professional reviewers view the HP external DVD-RW drive as a convenience-focused device that trades raw speed for true portability. They acknowledge its adequate multi-format support and USB-only power as strengths, but criticize the modest 8× DVD write speed and the lack of detailed performance documentation, making it unsuitable for demanding media-creation tasks.
Everyday users praise the drive's plug-and-play simplicity, lack of an external power brick, and compact size that fits travel needs. Common themes include appreciation for broad OS compatibility and lightweight design, while recurring complaints center on slower write speeds and performance variability tied to USB power delivery.
“No power adapter required, making it truly portable”
