LG GP65NB60
Score: 78/100
Roofull ECD819-SU3
Score: 80/100Rankings
The ROOFULL RF40-SU is a versatile USB-3.0 external CD/DVD drive that adds a USB hub and card readers, making it a handy all-in-one solution for modern laptops, though it lacks Blu-ray capability and macOS hardware eject.
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.
| 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 months | 18 monthsbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 194 gbest | 300 g |
0.75 MBbest | — |
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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, VCD, SVCD, DVD‑ROM, DVD±R, DVD±RW, DVD‑RAM, DVD±R DL |
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 | 18 months |
Build & Design(2) | ||
Weight (g) | 194 g | 300 g |
Form Factor | Ultra-slim | Portable external |
Accessories(1) | ||
Included Accessories | USB cable, CyberLink Power2Go, PowerBackup, YouCam, LabelPrint, Norton trial | Protective carrying case; removable 2‑in‑1 USB cable (Type‑A & Type‑C); auxiliary USB‑to‑micro USB power cable |
Power & Energy(1) | ||
Power Source | Bus-powered | USB-powered |
Performance(1) | ||
Data Transfer Rate (MB/s) | 60 MB/s | 625 MB/s |
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.
Reviewers praise the rare combination of a disc drive, USB hub and card readers, noting the dual connectors and auxiliary power cable as smart design choices for ultrabooks.
Users love the instant plug-and-play performance, fast speeds, and built-in SD reader, while complaints focus on power requirements for low-power devices and lack of Chrome OS support.
“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.”
Choose ROOFULL if you need USB-C and extra ports; LG is a simpler drive for USB-A only setups.
