Dimensions
Size comparison
DX-10CT590S
| DX-10 | CT590S | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Height | 170 mm | 58 mm | +112 mm |
| Width | 215 mm | 100 mm | +115 mm |
| Depth | 52 mm | 33 mm | +19 mm |
| Weight | 1,400 g | 203 g | +1,197 g |
Drawn to the same scale from the official dimensions (front and side).
Why is DX-10 better than CT590S?
- Transmit power25 W vs 5 W5×
- Channels360 vs 1282.8×
Why is CT590S better than DX-10?
- Weight1,400 g vs 203 g6.9×
Specifications
Side by side
| Radio & range | ||
| Radio standards | Amateur | Amateur VHF, Amateur UHF |
| Licence | Amateur licence | Amateur licence |
| Dual band (VHF + UHF) | — | Yes |
| Frequency ranges | 28 - 29.7 MHz | 430 - 440 MHz; 144 - 146 MHz |
| Transmit power | 25 W | 5 W |
| Channels | 360 | 128 |
| Privacy codes (CTCSS / DCS) | — | 258 |
| CTCSS / DCS sub-tones | — | Yes |
| Squelch | adjustable | adjustable |
| Power & battery | ||
| Battery capacity | — | 1,500 mAh |
| Battery voltage | 13.8 V | 7.4 V |
| Power source | Mains / 12 V vehicle | Rechargeable pack |
| USB-C charging | No | No |
| Battery level indicator | — | Yes |
| Design & durability | ||
| Weight | 1,400 g | 203 g |
| Width | 215 mm | 100 mm |
| Height | 170 mm | 58 mm |
| Depth | 52 mm | 33 mm |
| Display | Backlit display | Backlit display |
| Colours | Black | Black |
| Features | ||
| VOX (hands-free) | — | Yes |
| Channel scan | Yes | Yes |
| Dual watch | Yes | Yes |
| Flashlight | — | Yes |
| Emergency / SOS alarm | Yes | Yes |
| FM radio | — | Yes |
| Key lock | Yes | Yes |
| Roger beep | Yes | — |
| Monitor button | — | Yes |
| PC programmable | Yes | Yes |
| Connectivity | ||
| Headset / earpiece jack | Yes | Yes |
| Connectors | 6‑polige Mikrofonbuchse, 3,5mm Klinke | 2,5 und 3,5 mm |
| Radios in the base pack | 1 | 1 |
