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Baofeng DM-32E vs Retevis A3

What DM-32E does better (0) and where A3 wins (0) — every spec side by side.

Baofeng DM-32E
Baofeng · 2025DM-32E
6.8Score
0 advantages≈ £80
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Retevis A3
Retevis · 2026A3
0 advantages≈ £55
7.8Battery8.1

Why is DM-32E better than A3?

DM-32E has no measurable advantages in this pair.

Why is A3 better than DM-32E?

A3 has no measurable advantages in this pair.

Specifications

Side by side

Baofeng DM-32EBaofeng DM-32E≈ £806.8
Retevis A3Retevis A3≈ £55
Radio & range
Radio standardsAmateur VHF, Amateur UHFAmateur
LicenceAmateur licenceAmateur licence
Dual band (VHF + UHF)Yes—
Frequency ranges430 - 440 MHz; 144 - 146 MHz0.5 - 1160 MHz
Transmit power5 W—
Channels—999
CTCSS / DCS sub-tonesYes—
Power & battery
Battery capacity2,500 mAh2,500 mAh
Battery voltage7.4 V7.4 V
Power sourceRechargeable packRechargeable pack
USB-C chargingYesYes
Standby time—119 h
Battery level indicatorYesYes
Design & durability
Weight350 g—
Width182 mm—
Height67 mm—
Depth41 mm—
ShockproofYesYes
DisplayBacklit displayBacklit display
ColoursGreenGreen
Features
VOX (hands-free)YesYes
Channel scanYes—
Dual watchYes—
Flashlight—Yes
Emergency / SOS alarm—Yes
FM radioYes—
Monitor buttonYes—
GPSYes—
Connectivity
Headset / earpiece jackYes—
ConnectorsUSB-C, 2,5 und 3,5 mmUSB-C
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