Dimensions
Size comparison
UV-5R EXP15UV
| UV-5R EX | P15UV | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Height | 120 mm | 35 mm | +85 mm |
| Width | 60 mm | 57 mm | +3 mm |
| Depth | 30 mm | 270 mm | −240 mm |
| Weight | 210 g | 242 g | −32 g |
Drawn to the same scale from the official dimensions (front and side).
Why is UV-5R EX better than P15UV?
- Battery capacity1,800 mAh vs 1,500 mAh+20%
- Weight210 g vs 242 g+15%
Why is P15UV better than UV-5R EX?
P15UV has no measurable advantages in this pair.
Specifications
Side by side
| Radio & range | ||
| Radio standards | VHF, UHF | Amateur VHF, Amateur UHF |
| Licence | Amateur licence | Amateur licence |
| Dual band (VHF + UHF) | Yes | Yes |
| Frequency ranges | 144–148 MHz, 420–450 MHz, 136–174 MHz, 400–480 MHz | 430 - 440 MHz; 144 - 146 MHz |
| Transmit power | 5 W | 5 W |
| Channels | — | 999 |
| Privacy codes (CTCSS / DCS) | — | 258 |
| CTCSS / DCS sub-tones | Yes | Yes |
| Squelch | — | adjustable |
| Power & battery | ||
| Battery capacity | 1,800 mAh | 1,500 mAh |
| Battery voltage | — | 7.5 V |
| Power source | — | Rechargeable pack |
| USB-C charging | — | No |
| Battery level indicator | — | Yes |
| Design & durability | ||
| Weight | 210 g | 242 g |
| Width | 60 mm | 57 mm |
| Height | 120 mm | 35 mm |
| Depth | 30 mm | 270 mm |
| Display | — | Backlit display |
| Colours | — | Black |
| Features | ||
| VOX (hands-free) | Yes | Yes |
| Channel scan | — | Yes |
| Dual watch | Yes | Yes |
| Emergency / SOS alarm | — | Yes |
| FM radio | Yes | Yes |
| Key lock | — | Yes |
| Roger beep | — | Yes |
| Monitor button | — | Yes |
| PC programmable | Yes | Yes |
| Connectivity | ||
| Headset / earpiece jack | — | Yes |
| Connectors | — | 2,5 und 3,5 mm |
| Radios in the base pack | — | 1 |
