Dimensions
Size comparison
AB-650CT990-EBR
| AB-650 | CT990-EBR | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Height | 62 mm | 60 mm | +2 mm |
| Width | 124 mm | 140 mm | −16 mm |
| Depth | 34 mm | 35 mm | −1 mm |
| Weight | 280 g | 310 g | −30 g |
Drawn to the same scale from the official dimensions (front and side).
Why is AB-650 better than CT990-EBR?
- Weight280 g vs 310 g+11%
- Channels400 vs 257+56%
Why is CT990-EBR better than AB-650?
- Transmit power6 W vs 10 W+67%
- Battery capacity2,600 mAh vs 3,600 mAh+38%
Specifications
Side by side
| Radio & range | ||
| Radio standards | Amateur VHF | Amateur VHF, Amateur UHF |
| Licence | Amateur licence | Amateur licence |
| Dual band (VHF + UHF) | — | Yes |
| Frequency ranges | 118 - 136.992 MHz | 430 - 440 MHz; 144 - 146 MHz |
| Transmit power | 6 W | 10 W |
| Channels | 400 | 257 |
| Privacy codes (CTCSS / DCS) | — | 83 |
| CTCSS / DCS sub-tones | — | Yes |
| Squelch | adjustable | adjustable |
| Power & battery | ||
| Battery capacity | 2,600 mAh | 3,600 mAh |
| Battery voltage | 7.4 V | 7.4 V |
| Power source | Rechargeable pack | Rechargeable pack |
| USB-C charging | No | No |
| Battery level indicator | Yes | Yes |
| Design & durability | ||
| Weight | 280 g | 310 g |
| Width | 124 mm | 140 mm |
| Height | 62 mm | 60 mm |
| Depth | 34 mm | 35 mm |
| Protection rating | — | IP67 |
| Water protection (IPx) | — | IPx7 |
| Shockproof | Yes | — |
| Display | Backlit display | Backlit display |
| Colours | Black | Black |
| Features | ||
| VOX (hands-free) | Yes | Yes |
| VOX sensitivity levels | 9 | 9 |
| Channel scan | Yes | Yes |
| Dual watch | — | Yes |
| Flashlight | Yes | Yes |
| Emergency / SOS alarm | — | Yes |
| FM radio | Yes | Yes |
| Key lock | Yes | Yes |
| Roger beep | — | Yes |
| Monitor button | Yes | Yes |
| PC programmable | Yes | Yes |
| Connectivity | ||
| Headset / earpiece jack | Yes | Yes |
| Connectors | 2,5 und 3,5 mm | 2,5 und 3,5 mm |
| Radios in the base pack | 1 | 1 |
