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Radtel RT-20M vs Retevis A3

What RT-20M does better (0) and where A3 wins (1) — every spec side by side.

Radtel RT-20M
Radtel · 2024RT-20M
8.3Score
0 advantages≈ £80
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Retevis A3
Retevis · 2026A3
1 advantage≈ £55

Why is RT-20M better than A3?

RT-20M has no measurable advantages in this pair.

Why is A3 better than RT-20M?

  1. DisplayMonochrome display vs Backlit display
Specifications

Side by side

Radtel RT-20MRadtel RT-20M≈ £808.3
Retevis A3Retevis A3≈ £55
Radio & range
Radio standardsVHF, UHFAmateur
LicenceAmateur licenceAmateur licence
Dual band (VHF + UHF)Yes—
Frequency ranges64–108 MHz, 400–480 MHz0.5 - 1160 MHz
Transmit power25 W—
Channels999999
Power & battery
Battery capacity—2,500 mAh
Battery voltage—7.4 V
Power source—Rechargeable pack
USB-C charging—Yes
Standby time—119 h
Battery level indicator—Yes
Design & durability
Shockproof—Yes
DisplayMonochrome displayBacklit display
Colours—Green
Features
VOX (hands-free)YesYes
Flashlight—Yes
Emergency / SOS alarm—Yes
Weather channels / alertsYes—
FM radioYes—
Voice encryption / scramblerYes—
Connectivity
Connectors—USB-C
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