HP F6V97AA
Score: 86/100
Roofull ECD829-Y
Score: 85/100Rankings
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 ROOFULL external CD/DVD drive offers fast USB-3.0 connectivity with both Type-A and Type-C plugs, plug-and-play operation and a protective case. It handles all common CD and DVD formats and includes a power-assist cable for low-power hosts. Minor drawbacks include occasional detection hiccups and lack of support for Chromebooks or Blu-ray discs.
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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 | 18 months | |
| ↓ lower better | 200 gbest | 300 g |
1 ports | 2 portsbest |
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Compatibility(2) | ||
Supported Disc Formats | CD‑ROM, CD‑R, CD‑RW, DVD‑ROM, DVD±R, DVD±RW | CD±R, CD±RW, CD-ROM, VCD, SVCD, DVD±R, DVD±RW, DVD‑RAM, dual‑layer DVD±R DL |
Operating System Compatibility | Windows XP, Vista, 7, 8, 8.1, 10, 11, Server 2003, Server 2008; macOS 10.0+, Chrome OS, Linux | Windows 11/10/8.1/7/XP/Vista/98/SE/ME/2000, macOS 10.16+ (including M1/M2), Linux |
General(1) | ||
Warranty Period (months) | 24 months | 18 months |
Build & Design(1) | ||
Weight (g) | 200 g | 300 g |
Accessories(1) | ||
Included Accessories | USB Type‑A cable, Quick start guide, Warranty card | Built‑in cable storage, protective case, supplemental power cable |
Power & Energy(1) | ||
Power Source | Bus-powered | USB bus power |
Connectivity(2) | ||
Interface Type | USB 2.0 | USB 3.0 |
USB Ports (ports) | 1 ports | 2 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 highlight the drive's future-proof connectivity (USB-3.0 with both Type-A and Type-C), the inclusion of a power-assist cable for low-power hosts, and its driver-free plug-and-play operation as key strengths, while noting that its feature set surpasses typical budget models.
Everyday users praise the immediate recognition on Windows and Mac, the included protective case, and the ease of use for legacy media. Common complaints revolve around occasional power or detection hiccups on certain devices and a modest amount of operational noise.
“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.”
