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Dimensions
Size comparison
DB40-DG90 HF Transceiver
| DB40-D | G90 HF Transceiver | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Height | 160 mm | 45 mm | +115 mm |
| Width | 137 mm | 120 mm | +17 mm |
| Depth | 41 mm | 210 mm | −169 mm |
| Weight | 907 g | 1,630 g | −723 g |
Drawn to the same scale from the official dimensions (front and side).
Why is DB40-D better than G90 HF Transceiver?
- Transmit power40 W vs 20 W2×
- USB-C chargingYes · G90 HF Transceiver: No
- Weight907 g vs 1,630 g+80%
- DisplayColour display vs Backlit display
Why is G90 HF Transceiver better than DB40-D?
G90 HF Transceiver has no measurable advantages in this pair.
Specifications
Side by side
| Radio & range | ||
| Radio standards | VHF, UHF, DMR | Amateur |
| Licence | Amateur licence | Amateur licence |
| Digital mode (DMR / dPMR) | Yes | — |
| Dual band (VHF + UHF) | Yes | — |
| Frequency ranges | 136–174 MHz, 400–480 MHz | 0.5 - 30 MHz |
| Transmit power | 40 W | 20 W |
| Channels | 4,000 | — |
| CTCSS / DCS sub-tones | Yes | — |
| Squelch | — | adjustable |
| Power & battery | ||
| Battery voltage | — | 13.8 V |
| Power source | — | Mains / 12 V vehicle |
| USB-C charging | Yes | No |
| Design & durability | ||
| Weight | 907 g | 1,630 g |
| Width | 137 mm | 120 mm |
| Height | 160 mm | 45 mm |
| Depth | 41 mm | 210 mm |
| Display | Colour display | Backlit display |
| Colours | — | Black |
| Features | ||
| VOX (hands-free) | Yes | Yes |
| Channel scan | Yes | — |
| Dual watch | Yes | — |
| Emergency / SOS alarm | Yes | — |
| Key lock | — | Yes |
| GPS | Yes | — |
| PC programmable | Yes | — |
| Connectivity | ||
| Headset / earpiece jack | — | Yes |
| Connectors | — | 3,5mm Klinke |
| Bluetooth | Yes | — |
