Dimensions
Size comparison
UV-5R EXRA79
| UV-5R EX | RA79 | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Height | 120 mm | 60 mm | +60 mm |
| Width | 60 mm | 115 mm | −55 mm |
| Depth | 30 mm | 38 mm | −8 mm |
| Weight | 210 g | 225 g | −15 g |
Drawn to the same scale from the official dimensions (front and side).
Why is UV-5R EX better than RA79?
- Battery capacity1,800 mAh vs 1,400 mAh+29%
- Weight210 g vs 225 g+7%
Why is RA79 better than UV-5R EX?
RA79 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; 108 - 136.991 MHz; 76 - 108 MHz |
| Transmit power | 5 W | 5 W |
| Channels | — | 200 |
| CTCSS / DCS sub-tones | Yes | Yes |
| Squelch | — | adjustable |
| Power & battery | ||
| Battery capacity | 1,800 mAh | 1,400 mAh |
| Battery voltage | — | 7.4 V |
| Power source | — | Rechargeable pack |
| USB-C charging | — | Yes |
| Battery level indicator | — | Yes |
| Design & durability | ||
| Weight | 210 g | 225 g |
| Width | 60 mm | 115 mm |
| Height | 120 mm | 60 mm |
| Depth | 30 mm | 38 mm |
| Display | — | Backlit display |
| Colours | — | Black |
| Features | ||
| VOX (hands-free) | Yes | Yes |
| VOX sensitivity levels | — | 10 |
| Channel scan | — | Yes |
| Dual watch | Yes | Yes |
| Flashlight | — | Yes |
| Emergency / SOS alarm | — | Yes |
| FM radio | Yes | Yes |
| Key lock | — | Yes |
| Roger beep | — | Yes |
| Voice encryption / scrambler | — | Yes |
| PC programmable | Yes | Yes |
| Connectivity | ||
| Headset / earpiece jack | — | Yes |
| Connectors | — | USB-C, 2,5 und 3,5 mm |
