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3.4Range & power2.9
4.4Battery3.5
4.0Ruggedness5.5
Dimensions
Size comparison
BP515 BT U1PD365
| BP515 BT U1 | PD365 | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Height | 55 mm | 58 mm | −3 mm |
| Width | 115 mm | 135 mm | −20 mm |
| Depth | 30 mm | 24 mm | +6 mm |
| Weight | 210 g | 160 g | +50 g |
Drawn to the same scale from the official dimensions (front and side).
Why is BP515 BT U1 better than PD365?
- USB-C chargingYes · PD365: No
- Transmit power4 W vs 3 W+33%
Why is PD365 better than BP515 BT U1?
- Battery capacity1,500 mAh vs 2,000 mAh+33%
- Weight210 g vs 160 g+31%
- DisplayNo display vs Backlit display
Specifications
Side by side
| Radio & range | ||
| Radio standards | — | Amateur UHF |
| Licence | — | Business licence |
| Dual band (VHF + UHF) | — | Yes |
| Frequency ranges | 400 - 470 MHz | 400 - 440 MHz; 430 - 470 MHz |
| Transmit power | 4 W | 3 W |
| Channels | 256 | 256 |
| CTCSS / DCS sub-tones | — | Yes |
| Squelch | — | adjustable |
| Power & battery | ||
| Battery capacity | 1,500 mAh | 2,000 mAh |
| Battery voltage | 7.2 V | 3.7 V |
| Power source | Rechargeable pack | Rechargeable pack |
| USB-C charging | Yes | No |
| Battery level indicator | Yes | Yes |
| Design & durability | ||
| Weight | 210 g | 160 g |
| Width | 115 mm | 135 mm |
| Height | 55 mm | 58 mm |
| Depth | 30 mm | 24 mm |
| Protection rating | IP54 | IP54 |
| Water protection (IPx) | IPx4 | IPx4 |
| Military standard (MIL-STD-810) | Yes | Yes |
| Display | No display | Backlit display |
| Colours | Black | Black |
| Features | ||
| Channel scan | — | Yes |
| Key lock | — | Yes |
| Monitor button | — | Yes |
| Noise reduction | Yes | — |
| PC programmable | Yes | Yes |
| Connectivity | ||
| Headset / earpiece jack | — | Yes |
| Connectors | USB-C | micro USB |
| Bluetooth | Yes | — |
| Radios in the base pack | 1 | 1 |
