
LG GP65NB60
Score: 78/100
Roofull UL41-Y with Case
Score: 81/100Rankings

The ROOFULL External CD/DVD Drive with USB hub is a portable, plug-and-play optical drive featuring dual USB-A/C connectors, an integrated 4-port USB hub and a supplemental power cable. It reads and writes a wide range of CD/DVD formats, includes a protective case, but lacks Blu-ray support.

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.
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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 | 24 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 | 24 months |
Build & Design(2) | ||
Weight (g) | 194 g | 300 g |
Form Factor | Ultra-slim | External, portable |
Accessories(1) | ||
Included Accessories | USB cable, CyberLink Power2Go, PowerBackup, YouCam, LabelPrint, Norton trial | Protective carrying case; supplemental power cable; built-in 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.

Aggregated expert analysis praises the ROOFULL drive for its dual USB-A/USB-C connectivity, fast 5 Gbps USB 3.0 interface and solid plug-and-play performance across major operating systems. Reviewers note that while the drive's optical speeds are limited to 8× for DVDs, using the recommended lower burning speeds (4-8×) ensures reliable data integrity. The main drawback cited by professionals is the absence of Blu-ray support, which confines the product to CD/DVD use cases.
Everyday users consistently highlight the drive's ease of use, especially the hassle-free plug-and-play experience on Windows and macOS, and the convenience of the built-in dual-connector cable. Positive remarks focus on reading legacy media, installing old software, and the protective case for travel. Recurring complaints revolve around incompatibility with Chromebooks, the non-functional eject button on macOS, occasional power issues on thin laptops, and a slightly higher noise level during burning.
“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.”


