Here’s a proper review for the (model example: GP65NB60 or similar, depending on your unit). You can adjust the model number as needed. Title: Reliable, Truly Slim, and Plug-and-Play – A Great Companion for Modern Laptops

This drive is impressively thin and lightweight – about the size of a CD jewel case and light enough to throw in a laptop sleeve without noticing it. The matte finish resists fingerprints, and the USB cable tucks neatly into the side when not in use.

4.5/5

Windows/macOS users, legacy software installers, CD rippers, and DVD watchers on the go. Not for: Heavy burning workloads or Blu-ray needs.

True plug-and-play on Windows 10/11 and macOS – no external power adapter needed, as it draws power directly via USB. I tested it on a USB 3.0 port, and it worked instantly. If your laptop has only USB-C ports, you’ll need an adapter or a USB-C-to-A cable (not included), but that’s minor.

I picked up the LG Slim Portable DVD Writer for my ultrabook, which doesn’t have an optical drive. After using it for several weeks to rip CDs, install legacy software, and watch an old movie DVD, here’s my honest take.

Reads DVD±R, DVD±RW, CD-R/RW, and dual-layer DVDs. It also burns M-DISC (archival-grade) if you get the right model. LG includes basic burning software (CyberLink Power2Go) on a mini-CD inside the box – though most people will use free tools like CDBurnerXP or Windows’ built-in burner.