Dimensions
Size comparison
UV-K5RA79
| UV-K5 | RA79 | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Height | 60 mm | 60 mm | = |
| Width | 115 mm | 115 mm | = |
| Depth | 38 mm | 38 mm | = |
| Weight | 234 g | 225 g | +9 g |
Drawn to the same scale from the official dimensions (front and side).
Why is UV-K5 better than RA79?
- Battery capacity1,600 mAh vs 1,400 mAh+14%
Why is RA79 better than UV-K5?
- Weight234 g vs 225 g+4%
Specifications
Side by side
| Radio & range | ||
| Radio standards | Amateur VHF, Amateur UHF | Amateur VHF, Amateur UHF |
| Licence | Amateur licence | Amateur licence |
| Dual band (VHF + UHF) | Yes | Yes |
| Frequency ranges | 430 - 440 MHz; 144 - 146 MHz | 430 - 440 MHz; 144 - 146 MHz; 108 - 136.991 MHz; 76 - 108 MHz |
| Transmit power | 5 W | 5 W |
| Channels | 200 | 200 |
| CTCSS / DCS sub-tones | Yes | Yes |
| Squelch | adjustable | adjustable |
| Power & battery | ||
| Battery capacity | 1,600 mAh | 1,400 mAh |
| Battery voltage | 7.2 V | 7.4 V |
| Power source | Rechargeable pack | Rechargeable pack |
| USB-C charging | Yes | Yes |
| Battery level indicator | Yes | Yes |
| Design & durability | ||
| Weight | 234 g | 225 g |
| Width | 115 mm | 115 mm |
| Height | 60 mm | 60 mm |
| Depth | 38 mm | 38 mm |
| Display | Backlit display | Backlit display |
| Colours | Black | Black |
| Features | ||
| VOX (hands-free) | Yes | Yes |
| VOX sensitivity levels | — | 10 |
| Channel scan | Yes | Yes |
| Dual watch | Yes | Yes |
| Flashlight | — | Yes |
| Emergency / SOS alarm | — | Yes |
| FM radio | Yes | Yes |
| Key lock | Yes | Yes |
| Roger beep | Yes | Yes |
| Voice encryption / scrambler | Yes | Yes |
| PC programmable | Yes | Yes |
| Connectivity | ||
| Headset / earpiece jack | Yes | Yes |
| Connectors | USB-C | USB-C, 2,5 und 3,5 mm |
