HP DVD-RW Drive
Score: 85/100
Suidek External CD DVD Drive
Score: 83/100Rankings
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.
The SUIDEK External CD/DVD Drive is an ultra-slim portable optical drive that adds a high-speed USB 3.0/Type-C hub and SD/microSD readers, delivering 24× CD and 8× DVD speeds. Its short, marginally non-compliant USB cable and reliance on bus power can be limiting on low-power ports. Ideal for laptop users needing versatile connectivity on the go.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
24 xbest | 24 xbest | |
8 xbest | 8 xbest | |
48 xbest | 24 x | |
16 xbest | 8 x | |
| ↓ lower better | 204.1 gbest | — |
| ↓ lower better | 9.5 mmbest | 18 mm |
1 years | 2 yearsbest | |
70,000 hoursbest | — |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Connectivity(2) | ||
Interface | USB 2.0/3.0 | M.2 NVMe |
USB Standard | USB 2.0/3.0 | USB 3.0 |
Performance(2) | ||
CD Read Speed (x) | 48 x | 24 x |
DVD Read Speed (x) | 16 x | 8 x |
Features(1) | ||
Supported Media | DVD±RW, DVD±R, CD-RW, CD-R, M-Disc compatible | CD±R/RW, DVD±R/RW, DVD-RAM, CD-ROM, VCD, SVCD |
Power(1) | ||
Power Source | USB-powered | Bus-powered |
Build & Design(1) | ||
Thickness (mm) | 9.5 mm | 18 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, macOS, 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.
Professional editors praise the SUIDEK drive for its versatility, noting that the combination of high-speed USB 3.0, Type-C, and SD/TF readers turns a simple optical burner into a compact expansion hub, while its broad OS support makes it a convenient solution for legacy media access and quick peripheral connections.
General consumer feedback is positive, emphasizing seamless cross-platform compatibility, easy setup, and the convenience of having a built-in hub and card reader.
“No power adapter required, making it truly portable”
“Attached USB cable is too short and has a slightly out-of-spec USB Type-A connector, requiring an extender”
