Dimensions
Size comparison
38M5-Pro
| 38 | M5-Pro | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Height | 120 mm | 120 mm | = |
| Width | 190 mm | 110 mm | +80 mm |
| Depth | 35 mm | 25 mm | +10 mm |
| Weight | 840 g | 380 g | +460 g |
Drawn to the same scale from the official dimensions (front and side).
Why is 38 better than M5-Pro?
38 has no measurable advantages in this pair.
Why is M5-Pro better than 38?
- Weight840 g vs 380 g2.2×
- USB-C chargingNo · 38: Yes
Specifications
Side by side
| Radio & range | ||
| Radio standards | CB | CB |
| Licence | Licence-free | Licence-free |
| Digital mode (DMR / dPMR) | No | No |
| Frequency ranges | 26.565 - 27.99125 MHz | 26.565 - 27.99125 MHz |
| Transmit power | 4 W | 4 W |
| Channels | 80 | 80 |
| Privacy codes (CTCSS / DCS) | 142 | — |
| CTCSS / DCS sub-tones | Yes | — |
| Squelch | adjustable | automatic, adjustable |
| Power & battery | ||
| Battery voltage | 12 V | 12 V |
| Power source | Mains / 12 V vehicle | Mains / 12 V vehicle, Car socket |
| USB-C charging | No | Yes |
| Design & durability | ||
| Weight | 840 g | 380 g |
| Width | 190 mm | 110 mm |
| Height | 120 mm | 120 mm |
| Depth | 35 mm | 25 mm |
| Display | Backlit display | Backlit display |
| Colours | Black | Black |
| Features | ||
| VOX (hands-free) | Yes | Yes |
| VOX sensitivity levels | 9 | 5 |
| Channel scan | Yes | Yes |
| Dual watch | — | Yes |
| Emergency / SOS alarm | Yes | Yes |
| Key lock | Yes | Yes |
| Roger beep | Yes | Yes |
| Monitor button | — | Yes |
| Noise reduction | Yes | Yes |
| Connectivity | ||
| Headset / earpiece jack | Yes | Yes |
| Connectors | 6‑polige Mikrofonbuchse, 3,5mm Klinke | RJ-45 Mikrofonbuchse, USB-C |
| Radios in the base pack | 1 | 1 |
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