HP External DVD Drive
Score: 81/100
Origbelie External DVD Drive 13mm USB-C Black
Score: 83/100Rankings
The ORIGBELIE Ultra-Slim USB 3.0 CD/DVD Drive combines a feather-light 13 mm chassis with a 6-in-1 hub, Lightscribe and noise-reduction technology. Its reliance on USB-C power and optional RGB lighting are the main compromises. Ideal for travelers and creators who need a compact, feature-rich optical drive for legacy media.
The HP External Portable Slim CD/DVD RW Drive offers fast 24X CD and 8X DVD speeds in a ultra-compact 9.5 mm, 200 g package with M-Disc support. Its main trade-off is the legacy USB mini connector and lack of USB-C. Ideal for travelers and students needing occasional optical media access.
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| ↓ lower better | 200 gbest | 207 g |
| ↓ lower better | 9.5 mmbest | 13 mm |
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Connectivity(2) | ||
Interface | USB 2.0/3.0 mini-USB | USB 3.0 |
USB Standard | USB 2.0/3.0 | USB 3.0 |
Features(1) | ||
Supported Media | CD, DVD, DVD-R, DVD+R, DVD-RW, DVD+RW, DVD-R DL, DVD+R DL, DVD-RAM, M-DISC | CD±R/RW, CD-ROM, VCD, SVCD, DVD±R/RW, DVD-ROM, DVD-RAM, DVD+R DL, DVD-R DL |
Power(1) | ||
Power Source | Bus-powered | USB-C |
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Weight (g) | 200 g | 207 g |
Thickness (mm) | 9.5 mm | 13 mm |
General(1) | ||
Operating System Compatibility | Windows 10,8,7,Vista,XP,2008,2003,Windows 11,Mac OS X 10.4+,Chrome OS | Windows 11/10/8/7/XP/Vista; Linux; Mac OS 10.6+ |
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Professional reviewers and editors are scarce, but manufacturer and retailer descriptions stress the drive's portability, plug-and-play ease, and broad OS compatibility. They point out the advantage of M-DISC support and buffer protection while noting the lack of a modern USB-C connector.
Everyday users consistently praise the drive's compact size, lightweight feel, and straightforward plug-and-play operation on Windows, macOS and Chrome OS devices. Common compliments focus on reliable Windows 11 compatibility and fast DVD/CD speeds, while recurring complaints revolve around the outdated USB mini cable and occasional need for manual disc ejection.
“Small and lightweight and easy to plug in... It does both [watch and create DVDs] with ease.”
Professional reviewers regard the ORIGBELIE drive as a versatile all-rounder that bridges the gap between modern USB-C laptops and legacy optical media. They commend its fast USB 3.0 throughput, integrated hub that cuts down on extra adapters, and its travel-friendly slim chassis, while noting the convenience of plug-and-play operation across major operating systems.
Everyday users praise the drive's portability, quiet operation, and the convenience of having a built-in USB hub and card readers in a single compact unit. Common positive themes revolve around its ease of use, cross-platform compatibility, and the ability to burn and read legacy discs without bulky equipment.
