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Radtel RT-820W vs Retevis NR30D

What RT-820W does better (2) and where NR30D wins (1) — every spec side by side.

Radtel RT-820W
Radtel · 2026RT-820W
2 advantages≈ £85
vs
Retevis NR30D
Retevis · 2026NR30D
8.2Score
1 advantage≈ £85
Higher score
8.3Range & power6.7

Why is RT-820W better than NR30D?

  1. Transmit power20 W vs 10 W2×
  2. Channels500 vs 3215.6×

Why is NR30D better than RT-820W?

  1. DisplayMonochrome display vs Backlit display
Specifications

Side by side

Retevis NR30DRetevis NR30D≈ £858.2
Radio & range
Radio standardsVHF, UHFAmateur UHF
LicenceAmateur licenceAmateur licence
Digital mode (DMR / dPMR)Yes—
Dual band (VHF + UHF)Yes—
Frequency ranges136–174 MHz, 400–470 MHz400 - 470 MHz
Transmit power20 W10 W
Channels50032
Privacy codes (CTCSS / DCS)—260
CTCSS / DCS sub-tonesYesYes
Squelch—adjustable
Power & battery
Battery capacity—2,800 mAh
Battery voltage—7.4 V
Power source—Rechargeable pack
USB-C charging—Yes
Standby time—70 h
Battery level indicator—Yes
Design & durability
Weight—334 g
Width—126 mm
Height—58 mm
Depth—36 mm
Protection rating—IP67
Water protection (IPx)—IPx7
Shockproof—Yes
DisplayMonochrome displayBacklit display
Colours—Black
Features
VOX (hands-free)YesYes
Channel scan—Yes
Emergency / SOS alarmYesYes
Key lock—Yes
Roger beep—Yes
Monitor button—Yes
Voice encryption / scrambler—Yes
PC programmableYesYes
Connectivity
Headset / earpiece jack—Yes
Connectors—USB-C
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