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Baofeng BF-T17 vs Xiegu G90 HF Transceiver

What BF-T17 does better (1) and where G90 HF Transceiver wins (1) — every spec side by side.

Baofeng BF-T17
Baofeng · 2025BF-T17
4.6Score
1 advantage≈ £25
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Xiegu G90 HF Transceiver
Xiegu · 2026G90 HF Transceiver
1 advantage
Dimensions

Size comparison

BF-T17G90 HF Transceiver
108 × 5521120 × 45210
BF-T17G90 HF TransceiverDifference
Height55 mm45 mm+10 mm
Width108 mm120 mm−12 mm
Depth21 mm210 mm−189 mm
Weight160 g1,630 g−1,470 g

Drawn to the same scale from the official dimensions (front and side).

Why is BF-T17 better than G90 HF Transceiver?

  1. Weight160 g vs 1,630 g10.2×

Why is G90 HF Transceiver better than BF-T17?

  1. Transmit power2 W vs 20 W10×
Specifications

Side by side

Baofeng BF-T17Baofeng BF-T17≈ £254.6
Radio & range
Radio standardsAmateur UHFAmateur
LicenceAmateur licenceAmateur licence
Frequency ranges400 - 470 MHz0.5 - 30 MHz
Transmit power2 W20 W
Channels99—
Maximum range (claimed)10 km—
Privacy codes (CTCSS / DCS)155—
CTCSS / DCS sub-tonesYes—
Squelchautomaticadjustable
Power & battery
Battery capacity1,800 mAh—
Battery voltage3.7 V13.8 V
Power sourceRechargeable packMains / 12 V vehicle
USB-C chargingNoNo
Battery level indicatorYes—
Design & durability
Weight160 g1,630 g
Width108 mm120 mm
Height55 mm45 mm
Depth21 mm210 mm
DisplayBacklit displayBacklit display
Colours—Black
Features
VOX (hands-free)YesYes
Channel scanYes—
FlashlightYes—
Key lockYesYes
Monitor buttonYes—
Connectivity
Headset / earpiece jackYesYes
Connectorsmicro USB, 2,5 und 3,5 mm3,5mm Klinke
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