LG GP65NB60
Score: 78/100
Rioddas BT638
Score: 69/100Rankings
LG's GP65NB60 is a compact, bus-powered USB-2.0 external DVD writer offering solid CD/DVD performance, M-DISC support, and broad OS compatibility, though its older interface and plastic build limit speed and durability.
The Rioddas External CD/DVD Drive is a compact USB 3.0 optical drive that reads and writes all common CD and DVD formats without an external power brick. It offers fast data rates, broad OS support, and a sleek brushed-metal finish, but lacks a warranty and Blu-ray capability.
| Attribute | | |
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60 MB/s | 625 MB/sbest | |
8 Xbest | 8 Xbest | |
8 Xbest | 8 Xbest | |
24 Xbest | 24 Xbest | |
24 Xbest | 24 Xbest | |
12 monthsbest | 0 months | |
| ↓ lower better | — | 2.5 Wbest |
| ↓ lower better | 194 gbest | 199 g |
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Compatibility(2) | ||
Supported Disc Formats | CD-ROM, CD-R, CD-RW, DVD-ROM (SL/DL), DVD-R (SL/DL), DVD+R (SL/DL), DVD-RW, DVD+RW, DVD-RAM, M‑DISC | CD-ROM, CD-R, CD-RW, DVD-ROM, DVD-R, DVD-RW, DVD+R, DVD+RW, DVD+R DL, DVD-R DL, DVD-RAM |
Operating System Compatibility | Windows XP, Vista, 7, 8, 8.1, 10, 11, Server 2003, Server 2008; macOS X 10.7.5+ | Windows, macOS, Linux |
General(1) | ||
Warranty Period (months) | 12 months | 0 months |
Build & Design(2) | ||
Weight (g) | 194 g | 199 g |
Form Factor | Ultra-slim | Portable external |
Accessories(1) | ||
Included Accessories | USB cable, CyberLink Power2Go, PowerBackup, YouCam, LabelPrint, Norton trial | USB drive, User manual, Type-C adapter |
Power & Energy(1) | ||
Power Source | Bus-powered | USB bus powered |
Performance(2) | ||
Data Transfer Rate (MB/s) | 60 MB/s | 625 MB/s |
Buffer Memory (MB) | 0.75 MB | 2 MB |
Connectivity(1) | ||
Interface Type | USB 2.0 | USB 3.0 |
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Reviewers commend its plug-and-play ease, reliable read/write, and M-DISC support, but note the cheap plastic feel and USB-2.0 speed lag behind newer models.
Users love the immediate recognition on Windows and macOS and the lightweight design, but complain about the flimsy feel, need for two-hand loading, and noisy high-speed burns.
Professional reviewers praise the USB 3.0 interface, copper-mesh heat-dissipation and brushed-metal chassis, noting the Type-C adapter as a forward-looking feature while calling it a budget-tier solution due to the lack of Blu-ray.
Everyday users appreciate the instant plug-and-play experience, sleek look and reliable eject button, though some report occasional recognition issues and the need to keep the laptop plugged in.
“Worked perfectly right out of the box on my Windows 11 laptop.”
“Recognized immediately by macOS 13.5 and plays DVDs flawlessly with VLC.”
“Great for college students-fits in my laptop sleeve and burns installation discs easily.”
Rioddas offers faster USB 3.0 performance and modern connectivity; LG is lighter and cheaper if USB 2.0 is sufficient.
