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Radtel RT-760 vs Retevis RA89

What RT-760 does better (1) and where RA89 wins (3) — every spec side by side.

Radtel RT-760
Radtel · 2024RT-760
7.4Score
1 advantage≈ £35
vs
Retevis RA89
Retevis · 2025RA89
9.1Score
3 advantages≈ £60
Higher score
2.4Range & power7.4
9.3Battery7.8
7.6Ruggedness9.5
3.5Features6.5

Why is RT-760 better than RA89?

  1. Battery capacity2,800 mAh vs 2,500 mAh+12%

Why is RA89 better than RT-760?

  1. Transmit power3 W vs 10 W3.3×
  2. Water protection (IPx)IPx7 vs IPx8+14%
  3. DisplayMonochrome display vs Backlit display
Specifications

Side by side

Radtel RT-760Radtel RT-760≈ £357.4
Retevis RA89Retevis RA89≈ £609.1
Radio & range
Radio standardsVHF, UHFAmateur VHF, Amateur UHF
LicenceAmateur licenceAmateur licence
Dual band (VHF + UHF)YesYes
Frequency ranges136–620 MHz, 65–108 MHz, 108–136 MHz, 136–199 MHz430 - 440 MHz; 144 - 146 MHz
Transmit power3 W10 W
Channels199200
CTCSS / DCS sub-tonesYes—
Power & battery
Battery capacity2,800 mAh2,500 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 ratingIP57IP68
Water protection (IPx)IPx7IPx8
Shockproof—Yes
DisplayMonochrome displayBacklit display
Colours—Black
Features
VOX (hands-free)YesYes
Channel scanYesYes
Flashlight—Yes
Emergency / SOS alarmYes—
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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