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9.3Range & power9.6
4.5Features6.6
Dimensions
Size comparison
AE 5900 Mini SSBTectalk Duo
| AE 5900 Mini SSB | Tectalk Duo | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Height | 165 mm | 60 mm | +105 mm |
| Width | 122 mm | 134 mm | −12 mm |
| Depth | 35 mm | 38 mm | −3 mm |
| Weight | 700 g | 270 g | +430 g |
Drawn to the same scale from the official dimensions (front and side).
Why is AE 5900 Mini SSB better than Tectalk Duo?
- Transmit power12 W vs 1 W12×
- Channels80 vs 223.6×
- DisplayBacklit display vs Monochrome display
Why is Tectalk Duo better than AE 5900 Mini SSB?
- Weight700 g vs 270 g2.6×
- USB-C chargingNo · AE 5900 Mini SSB: Yes
Specifications
Side by side
| Radio & range | ||
| Radio standards | CB | PMR446, Freenet |
| Licence | Licence-free | Licence-free |
| Digital mode (DMR / dPMR) | No | No |
| Frequency ranges | 26.565 - 27.99125 MHz | 149 MHz; 446 MHz; 149.0250 - 149.1125 MHz |
| Transmit power | 12 W | 1 W |
| Channels | 80 | 22 |
| Maximum range (claimed) | — | 12 km |
| Privacy codes (CTCSS / DCS) | — | 258 |
| CTCSS / DCS sub-tones | Yes | Yes |
| Squelch | automatic, adjustable | adjustable |
| Power & battery | ||
| Battery capacity | — | 2,000 mAh |
| Battery voltage | 13.8 V | 7.2 V |
| Power source | Mains / 12 V vehicle | Rechargeable pack |
| USB-C charging | No | Yes |
| Standby time | — | 20 h |
| Battery level indicator | — | Yes |
| Design & durability | ||
| Weight | 700 g | 270 g |
| Width | 122 mm | 134 mm |
| Height | 165 mm | 60 mm |
| Depth | 35 mm | 38 mm |
| Protection rating | — | IP56 |
| Water protection (IPx) | — | IPx6 |
| Display | Backlit display | Monochrome display |
| Colours | Black | — |
| Features | ||
| VOX (hands-free) | Yes | Yes |
| Channel scan | Yes | Yes |
| Dual watch | Yes | — |
| Flashlight | — | Yes |
| Emergency / SOS alarm | Yes | Yes |
| FM radio | — | Yes |
| Key lock | Yes | Yes |
| Roger beep | Yes | — |
| Noise reduction | Yes | — |
| PC programmable | Yes | — |
| Connectivity | ||
| Headset / earpiece jack | Yes | — |
| Connectors | RJ-45 Mikrofonbuchse, 3,5mm Klinke | USB-C |
| Radios in the base pack | 1 | — |
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