Laurensory External DVD Drive
Score: 69/100
Asus ZenDrive V1M
Score: 75/100Rankings
ASUS ZenDrive V1M is a slim USB-C external DVD writer that supports M-DISC archival media and includes a retractable 24 cm cable for cable-free portability. It provides solid 24× CD and 8× DVD speeds, though it is heavier than some rivals and comes with only a one-year warranty. Suited for professionals needing reliable long-term storage and cross-platform compatibility.
The Laurensory External DVD Drive offers fast USB 3.0 connectivity and dual USB-A/C ports, delivering solid CD/DVD speeds. Its larger size and limited compatibility with newer devices are notable trade-offs. Ideal for users who need a portable optical drive for laptops or desktops without built-in burners.
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| ↓ lower better | 385.6 g | 340 gbest |
| ↓ lower better | 27.9 mm | 15.24 mmbest |
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Connectivity(1) | ||
Interface | USB 3.0 | USB Type-C |
Features(1) | ||
Supported Media | CD-ROM, CD-R, CD-RW, DVD-ROM, DVD-R, DVD-RW, DVD-R DL, VCD-ROM | DVD±R, DVD±RW, DVD±R DL, CD‑R, CD‑RW |
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Weight (g) | 385.6 g | 340 g |
Thickness (mm) | 27.9 mm | 15.24 mm |
General(1) | ||
Operating System Compatibility | Windows 98/SE/ME/2000/2003/XP/Vista/7/8/10; Mac OS 8.6-10.14; Linux (limited) | Windows 11, Windows 10, Windows 8/8.1, macOS |
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