HP Optical Drives
Comparing 10 HP optical drives — sorted by rating and price.
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HP 652238-B21
$15.00
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HP 447328-B21
$38.90
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HP QS208AA
$60.02
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HP AR629AA
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HP 1270i
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HP 447326-B21
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HP 624192-B21
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HP bd340i
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HP DVD1265I
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HP 481041-B21
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Key Specs Comparison
| Product | cd | dvd | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| HP 652238-B21 | 24 | 8 | $15.00 | |
| HP 447328-B21 | 50 | 16 | 40/32 | $38.90 |
| HP QS208AA | 48 | 16 | 48/32 | $60.02 |
| HP AR629AA | 48 | 16 | — | |
| HP 1270i | 48 | 16 | 48/32 | — |
| HP 447326-B21 | 40 | 16 | — | |
| HP 624192-B21 | 40/24 | 16/8/8/16/6/8/5 | — | |
| HP bd340i | 8 | 48 | 16 | — |
| HP DVD1265I | 48 | 16 | 48/32 | — |
| HP 481041-B21 | 24 | 8 | — |
HP Optical Drives — Buying Guide
HP has built a reputation across the PC hardware market for delivering products that span entry-level to enthusiast tiers. When shopping for HP optical drives, the most important step is matching the product’s core specification — such as capacity, wattage, or resolution — to your system’s actual requirements rather than opting for the highest spec available.
Compatibility is a close second consideration. Verify that the product fits your motherboard’s socket or slot, matches your case’s clearance requirements, and operates within your power supply’s headroom. PlanMyPC’s system builder tool can cross-reference compatibility for your entire parts list in one pass, reducing the risk of an incompatible purchase.
For most users, the mid-range HP optical drives offer the best value — they hit the point where incremental performance gains from higher-tier models diminish relative to the price premium. If you plan to push the hardware hard (overclocking, high-resolution content creation, or sustained professional workloads), stepping up to a higher-tier model often pays for itself in longevity and reduced bottlenecking elsewhere in the build.