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Radtel RT-470 vs Retevis RA89

What RT-470 does better (1) and where RA89 wins (1) — every spec side by side.

Radtel RT-470
Radtel · 2024RT-470
7.5Score
1 advantage≈ £40
vs
Retevis RA89
Retevis · 2025RA89
9.1Score
1 advantage≈ £60
Higher score
7.9Range & power7.4
4.1Features6.5

Why is RT-470 better than RA89?

  1. Channels256 vs 200+28%

Why is RA89 better than RT-470?

  1. DisplayMonochrome display vs Backlit display
Specifications

Side by side

Radtel RT-470Radtel RT-470≈ £407.5
Retevis RA89Retevis RA89≈ £609.1
Radio & range
Radio standardsVHFAmateur VHF, Amateur UHF
LicenceAmateur licenceAmateur licence
Dual band (VHF + UHF)YesYes
Frequency ranges136–180 MHz, 200–260 MHz, 350–400 MHz, 400–520 MHz430 - 440 MHz; 144 - 146 MHz
Transmit power10 W10 W
Channels256200
Power & battery
Battery capacity—2,500 mAh
Battery voltage—7.4 V
Power source—Rechargeable pack
USB-C charging—Yes
Battery level indicator—Yes
Design & durability
Weight—295 g
Width—126 mm
Height—62 mm
Depth—43 mm
Protection rating—IP68
Water protection (IPx)—IPx8
Shockproof—Yes
DisplayMonochrome displayBacklit display
Colours—Black
Features
VOX (hands-free)YesYes
Channel scanYesYes
Flashlight—Yes
Emergency / SOS alarmYes—
Weather channels / alertsYes—
FM radioYesYes
Voice encryption / scramblerYes—
PC programmableYesYes
Connectivity
Headset / earpiece jack—Yes
Connectors—USB-C, 2,5 und 3,5 mm
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