Dimensions
Size comparison
BP515 V1TH-UV98
| BP515 V1 | TH-UV98 | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Height | 55 mm | 58 mm | −3 mm |
| Width | 115 mm | 121 mm | −6 mm |
| Depth | 30 mm | 42 mm | −12 mm |
| Weight | 210 g | 268 g | −58 g |
Drawn to the same scale from the official dimensions (front and side).
Why is BP515 V1 better than TH-UV98?
- USB-C chargingYes · TH-UV98: No
- Weight210 g vs 268 g+28%
- Channels256 vs 200+28%
Why is TH-UV98 better than BP515 V1?
- Transmit power5 W vs 10 W2×
- Battery capacity1,500 mAh vs 2,200 mAh+47%
- DisplayNo display vs Backlit display
Specifications
Side by side
| Radio & range | ||
| Radio standards | — | Amateur VHF, Amateur UHF |
| Licence | — | Business licence |
| Dual band (VHF + UHF) | — | Yes |
| Frequency ranges | 136 - 174 MHz | 430 - 440 MHz; 144 - 146 MHz |
| Transmit power | 5 W | 10 W |
| Channels | 256 | 200 |
| CTCSS / DCS sub-tones | — | Yes |
| Squelch | — | adjustable |
| Power & battery | ||
| Battery capacity | 1,500 mAh | 2,200 mAh |
| Battery voltage | 7.2 V | 7.4 V |
| Power source | Rechargeable pack | Rechargeable pack |
| USB-C charging | Yes | No |
| Battery level indicator | Yes | Yes |
| Design & durability | ||
| Weight | 210 g | 268 g |
| Width | 115 mm | 121 mm |
| Height | 55 mm | 58 mm |
| Depth | 30 mm | 42 mm |
| Protection rating | IP54 | — |
| Water protection (IPx) | IPx4 | — |
| Military standard (MIL-STD-810) | Yes | — |
| Display | No display | Backlit display |
| Colours | Black | Black |
| Features | ||
| VOX (hands-free) | — | Yes |
| Channel scan | — | Yes |
| Dual watch | — | Yes |
| Flashlight | — | Yes |
| FM radio | — | Yes |
| Key lock | — | Yes |
| Noise reduction | Yes | — |
| Voice encryption / scrambler | — | Yes |
| PC programmable | Yes | Yes |
| Connectivity | ||
| Headset / earpiece jack | — | Yes |
| Connectors | USB-C | 2,5 und 3,5 mm |
| Radios in the base pack | 1 | 1 |
