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Radtel RT-820W vs Xiegu G90 HF Transceiver

What RT-820W does better (0) and where G90 HF Transceiver wins (1) — every spec side by side.

Radtel RT-820W
Radtel · 2026RT-820W
0 advantages≈ £85
vs
Xiegu G90 HF Transceiver
Xiegu · 2026G90 HF Transceiver
1 advantage

Why is RT-820W better than G90 HF Transceiver?

RT-820W has no measurable advantages in this pair.

Why is G90 HF Transceiver better than RT-820W?

  1. DisplayMonochrome display vs Backlit display
Specifications

Side by side

Radio & range
Radio standardsVHF, UHFAmateur
LicenceAmateur licenceAmateur licence
Digital mode (DMR / dPMR)Yes—
Dual band (VHF + UHF)Yes—
Frequency ranges136–174 MHz, 400–470 MHz0.5 - 30 MHz
Transmit power20 W20 W
Channels500—
CTCSS / DCS sub-tonesYes—
Squelch—adjustable
Power & battery
Battery voltage—13.8 V
Power source—Mains / 12 V vehicle
USB-C charging—No
Design & durability
Weight—1,630 g
Width—120 mm
Height—45 mm
Depth—210 mm
DisplayMonochrome displayBacklit display
Colours—Black
Features
VOX (hands-free)YesYes
Emergency / SOS alarmYes—
Key lock—Yes
PC programmableYes—
Connectivity
Headset / earpiece jack—Yes
Connectors—3,5mm Klinke
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