HP F6V97AA
Score: 86/100
Origbelie BT668
Score: 72/100Rankings
The HP USB External DVDRW Drive is a compact, bus-powered optical drive that offers reliable CD/DVD read/write capability across a wide range of operating systems. Its ultra-slim design and 2-year warranty make it a solid choice for travelers and professionals who need occasional optical media access.
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.
| Attribute | | |
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— | 625 MB/sbest | |
8 Xbest | 8 Xbest | |
8 Xbest | 8 Xbest | |
24 Xbest | 24 Xbest | |
24 Xbest | 24 Xbest | |
24 monthsbest | 12 months | |
| ↓ lower better | 200 gbest | 350 g |
1 ports | 3 portsbest |
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Compatibility(2) | ||
Supported Disc Formats | CD‑ROM, CD‑R, CD‑RW, DVD‑ROM, DVD±R, DVD±RW | CD±R/RW, CD‑ROM, DVD±R/RW, DVD‑RAM, VCD, SVCD |
Operating System Compatibility | Windows XP, Vista, 7, 8, 8.1, 10, 11, Server 2003, Server 2008; macOS 10.0+, Chrome OS, Linux | Windows 11/10/8/7/XP/Vista, Linux, macOS 10.6+ |
General(1) | ||
Warranty Period (months) | 24 months | 12 months |
Build & Design(2) | ||
Weight (g) | 200 g | 350 g |
Form Factor | Slim external | Slim |
Accessories(1) | ||
Included Accessories | USB Type‑A cable, Quick start guide, Warranty card | Retractable USB cable (Type‑A & Type‑C), Carrying case |
Power & Energy(1) | ||
Power Source | Bus-powered | USB |
Connectivity(2) | ||
Interface Type | USB 2.0 | USB 3.0 |
USB Ports (ports) | 1 ports | 3 ports |
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Professional reviewers highlight the HP drive's reputation for reliability, its truly plug-and-play simplicity, and its broad compatibility with both modern and legacy operating systems. While they note the DVD write speed isn't cutting-edge, they consider it more than adequate for occasional use.
Everyday users consistently praise the drive's ease of use, compact form factor, and dependable disc burning, especially on Mac and Windows 11 systems. Common complaints revolve around insufficient power from low-current USB ports, occasional detection glitches after sleep, and the short USB-A cable.
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.
“Works perfectly with my new MacBook Air - installed Windows drivers in seconds.”
“Takes up almost no space and burns DVDs reliably.”
“Plug-and-play made it easy to install legacy software on a modern laptop.”
