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Radtel RT-4D vs Retevis A3

What RT-4D does better (2) and where A3 wins (1) — every spec side by side.

Radtel RT-4D
Radtel · 2024RT-4D
9.4Score
2 advantages≈ £40
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Retevis A3
Retevis · 2026A3
1 advantage≈ £55
9.1Battery8.1

Why is RT-4D better than A3?

  1. Battery capacity3,500 mAh vs 2,500 mAh+40%
  2. Channels1,024 vs 999+3%

Why is A3 better than RT-4D?

  1. DisplayMonochrome display vs Backlit display
Specifications

Side by side

Radtel RT-4DRadtel RT-4D≈ £409.4
Retevis A3Retevis A3≈ £55
Radio & range
Radio standardsVHF, UHF, DMRAmateur
LicenceAmateur licenceAmateur licence
Digital mode (DMR / dPMR)Yes—
Dual band (VHF + UHF)Yes—
Frequency ranges108–136 MHz, 136–520 MHz, 136–174 MHz, 400–470 MHz0.5 - 1160 MHz
Transmit power5 W—
Channels1,024999
Squelchadjustable—
Power & battery
Battery capacity3,500 mAh2,500 mAh
Battery voltage7.4 V7.4 V
Power sourceRechargeable packRechargeable pack
USB-C chargingYesYes
Standby time—119 h
Battery level indicatorYesYes
Design & durability
Weight198 g—
Width112 mm—
Height61 mm—
Depth38 mm—
Water protection (IPx)IPx7—
Shockproof—Yes
DisplayMonochrome displayBacklit display
ColoursBlackGreen
Features
VOX (hands-free)—Yes
Flashlight—Yes
Emergency / SOS alarm—Yes
Weather channels / alertsYes—
FM radioYes—
Key lockYes—
Voice encryption / scramblerYes—
PC programmableYes—
Connectivity
Headset / earpiece jackYes—
ConnectorsUSB-C, 3,5mm KlinkeUSB-C
Radios in the base pack1—
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