Dimensions
Size comparison
AB-650IC-A16E
| AB-650 | IC-A16E | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Height | 62 mm | 112 mm | −50 mm |
| Width | 124 mm | 52 mm | +72 mm |
| Depth | 34 mm | 34 mm | = |
| Weight | 280 g | 257 g | +23 g |
Drawn to the same scale from the official dimensions (front and side).
Why is AB-650 better than IC-A16E?
- Battery capacity2,600 mAh vs 2,400 mAh+8%
- Channels400 vs 2002×
Why is IC-A16E better than AB-650?
- Weight280 g vs 257 g+9%
Specifications
Side by side
| Radio & range | ||
| Radio standards | Amateur VHF | Amateur VHF |
| Licence | Amateur licence | Amateur licence |
| Frequency ranges | 118 - 136.992 MHz | 118 - 136.992 MHz |
| Transmit power | 6 W | 6 W |
| Channels | 400 | 200 |
| Squelch | adjustable | — |
| Power & battery | ||
| Battery capacity | 2,600 mAh | 2,400 mAh |
| Battery voltage | 7.4 V | 7.2 V |
| Power source | Rechargeable pack | Rechargeable pack |
| USB-C charging | No | No |
| Battery level indicator | Yes | Yes |
| Design & durability | ||
| Weight | 280 g | 257 g |
| Width | 124 mm | 52 mm |
| Height | 62 mm | 112 mm |
| Depth | 34 mm | 34 mm |
| Protection rating | — | IP54 |
| Water protection (IPx) | — | IPx4 |
| Military standard (MIL-STD-810) | — | Yes |
| Shockproof | Yes | — |
| Display | Backlit display | Backlit display |
| Colours | Black | Black |
| Features | ||
| VOX (hands-free) | Yes | Yes |
| VOX sensitivity levels | 9 | — |
| Channel scan | Yes | Yes |
| Flashlight | Yes | — |
| FM radio | Yes | — |
| Key lock | Yes | — |
| Monitor button | Yes | — |
| PC programmable | Yes | — |
| Connectivity | ||
| Headset / earpiece jack | Yes | Yes |
| Connectors | 2,5 und 3,5 mm | 3,5mm Klinke |
| Bluetooth | — | Yes |
| Radios in the base pack | 1 | 1 |
