vs
5.0Range & power7.4
9.1Ruggedness9.5
Dimensions
Size comparison
DJ-VX-50-HERA89
| DJ-VX-50-HE | RA89 | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Height | 118 mm | 62 mm | +56 mm |
| Width | 59 mm | 126 mm | −67 mm |
| Depth | 38 mm | 43 mm | −5 mm |
| Weight | 230 g | 295 g | −65 g |
Drawn to the same scale from the official dimensions (front and side).
Why is DJ-VX-50-HE better than RA89?
- Weight230 g vs 295 g+28%
Why is RA89 better than DJ-VX-50-HE?
- Transmit power5 W vs 10 W2×
- Water protection (IPx)IPx7 vs IPx8+14%
- DisplayMonochrome display vs Backlit display
Specifications
Side by side
| Radio & range | ||
| Radio standards | Amateur UHF | Amateur VHF, Amateur UHF |
| Licence | Amateur licence | Amateur licence |
| Dual band (VHF + UHF) | Yes | Yes |
| Frequency ranges | 430 - 440 MHz | 430 - 440 MHz; 144 - 146 MHz |
| Transmit power | 5 W | 10 W |
| Channels | 200 | 200 |
| Power & battery | ||
| Battery capacity | — | 2,500 mAh |
| Battery voltage | — | 7.4 V |
| Power source | — | Rechargeable pack |
| USB-C charging | — | Yes |
| Battery level indicator | — | Yes |
| Design & durability | ||
| Weight | 230 g | 295 g |
| Width | 59 mm | 126 mm |
| Height | 118 mm | 62 mm |
| Depth | 38 mm | 43 mm |
| Protection rating | IP67 | IP68 |
| Water protection (IPx) | IPx7 | IPx8 |
| Shockproof | — | Yes |
| Display | Monochrome display | Backlit display |
| Colours | Black | Black |
| Features | ||
| VOX (hands-free) | Yes | Yes |
| Channel scan | Yes | Yes |
| Flashlight | — | Yes |
| FM radio | — | Yes |
| Roger beep | Yes | — |
| PC programmable | — | Yes |
| Connectivity | ||
| Headset / earpiece jack | Yes | Yes |
| Connectors | — | USB-C, 2,5 und 3,5 mm |
