Dimensions
Size comparison
CDM-550HQT80
| CDM-550H | QT80 | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Height | 175 mm | 158 mm | +17 mm |
| Width | 140 mm | 252 mm | −112 mm |
| Depth | 46 mm | 48 mm | −2 mm |
| Weight | 1,500 g | 1,270 g | +230 g |
Drawn to the same scale from the official dimensions (front and side).
Why is CDM-550H better than QT80?
- DisplayColour display vs Backlit display
Why is QT80 better than CDM-550H?
- Transmit power40 W vs 80 W2×
- Weight1,500 g vs 1,270 g+18%
Specifications
Side by side
| Radio & range | ||
| Radio standards | UHF, DMR | Amateur |
| Licence | Amateur licence | Amateur licence |
| Digital mode (DMR / dPMR) | Yes | — |
| Frequency ranges | 400–480 MHz | 28 - 29.7 MHz |
| Transmit power | 40 W | 80 W |
| Privacy codes (CTCSS / DCS) | — | 142 |
| CTCSS / DCS sub-tones | Yes | Yes |
| Squelch | — | automatic, adjustable |
| Power & battery | ||
| Battery voltage | — | 12 V |
| Power source | — | Mains / 12 V vehicle |
| USB-C charging | — | No |
| Design & durability | ||
| Weight | 1,500 g | 1,270 g |
| Width | 140 mm | 252 mm |
| Height | 175 mm | 158 mm |
| Depth | 46 mm | 48 mm |
| Display | Colour display | Backlit display |
| Colours | — | Black |
| Features | ||
| VOX (hands-free) | — | Yes |
| VOX sensitivity levels | — | 9 |
| Channel scan | Yes | Yes |
| Dual watch | — | Yes |
| Emergency / SOS alarm | Yes | Yes |
| FM radio | Yes | — |
| Key lock | — | Yes |
| Roger beep | — | Yes |
| Monitor button | Yes | — |
| Noise reduction | — | Yes |
| Voice encryption / scrambler | Yes | — |
| PC programmable | Yes | Yes |
| Connectivity | ||
| Headset / earpiece jack | — | Yes |
| Connectors | — | 6‑polige Mikrofonbuchse, 3,5mm Klinke, micro USB |
| Radios in the base pack | — | 1 |
