LG GP65NW60
Score: 60/100
Rioddas BT638
Score: 69/100Rankings
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.
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 | |
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 | 195 gbest | 199 g |
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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-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; macOS 10.7.5+ | Windows, macOS, Linux |
General(1) | ||
Warranty Period (months) | 12 months | 0 months |
Build & Design(2) | ||
Weight (g) | 195 g | 199 g |
Form Factor | Ultra Slim Portable | Portable external |
Accessories(1) | ||
Included Accessories | USB 2.0 cable, CyberLink software suite | USB drive, User manual, Type-C adapter |
Power & Energy(1) | ||
Power Source | USB | 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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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its rock-solid reliability, ultra-slim design, and features like M-DISC, Silent Play and Jamless Play, while noting the outdated USB 2.0 interface and absence of Blu-ray as drawbacks.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 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.
“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.”
