LG GP65NW60
Score: 60/100
Origbelie BT524
Score: 85/100Rankings
A portable external CD/DVD drive that adds a USB hub and card reader, delivering fast USB 3.0 speeds and broad OS compatibility, though it lacks Blu-ray support and has limited region-change capability.
The LG GP65NW60 is an ultra-slim, USB-powered external DVD writer with M-DISC support and noise-reduction features. It offers solid read/write speeds for CD/DVD but is limited by its USB 2.0 interface and lack of Blu-ray capability.
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60 MB/s | 625 MB/sbest | |
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24 Xbest | 24 Xbest | |
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12 monthsbest | 12 monthsbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 195 gbest | 250 g |
0.75 MBbest | — |
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Compatibility(2) | ||
Supported Disc Formats | DVD±R, DVD±RW, DVD±R DL, DVD‑RAM, CD‑R, CD‑RW, DVD‑ROM, DVD‑Video, CD‑ROM, CD‑DA | CD‑R, CD‑RW, DVD‑R, DVD+R, DVD‑RW, DVD+RW, DVD‑R DL, DVD+R DL, DVD‑RAM, M‑DISC |
Operating System Compatibility | Windows XP, Vista, 7, 8, 8.1, 10; macOS 10.7.5+ | Windows 11/10/8/7/Vista/XP, macOS 10.6+, Linux |
Build & Design(2) | ||
Weight (g) | 195 g | 250 g |
Form Factor | Ultra Slim Portable | External Portable |
Accessories(1) | ||
Included Accessories | USB 2.0 cable, CyberLink software suite | Integrated USB cable, storage bag, power supply cable, USB-A to USB-C adapter |
Power & Energy(1) | ||
Power Source | USB | USB Bus-powered |
Performance(1) | ||
Data Transfer Rate (MB/s) | 60 MB/s | 625 MB/s |
Connectivity(2) | ||
Interface Type | USB 2.0 | USB 3.0 |
USB Ports (ports) | 1 ports | 4 ports |
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Professional reviewers commend the LG drive for its rock-solid reliability, ultra-slim design, and features like M-DISC, Silent Play and Jamless Play, while noting the outdated USB 2.0 interface and absence of Blu-ray as drawbacks.
Everyday users love its portability, plug-and-play ease and quiet operation, but report occasional sleep-wake recognition problems, a fragile tray and the limited speed of USB 2.0.
Professional reviewers highlight the ORIGBELIE drive's versatility, noting the built-in USB hub and card reader as valuable additions that set it apart from standard external optical drives. The USB-C support is praised as forward-looking, and the plug-and-play experience is lauded for its simplicity. The primary criticism from editors is the absence of Blu-ray capability, which limits its appeal to users needing that format.
Everyday users appreciate the drive's reliable performance on Windows and macOS, its fast USB 3.0 speeds, and the convenience of extra USB ports and card slots. Common praise centers on easy setup, portability, and usefulness for digitizing old media. Recurring complaints involve incompatibility with Chromebooks and other non-PC devices, occasional power-draw issues, a flimsy tray mechanism, and the limited DVD region-change count.
“Works perfectly with my MacBook Air - burns DVDs without any issues.”
“Tiny and light - fits in my pocket.”
“M-DISC support is a game-changer for backing up family videos.”
