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Dimensions
Size comparison
RA79G90 HF Transceiver
| RA79 | G90 HF Transceiver | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Height | 60 mm | 45 mm | +15 mm |
| Width | 115 mm | 120 mm | −5 mm |
| Depth | 38 mm | 210 mm | −172 mm |
| Weight | 225 g | 1,630 g | −1,405 g |
Drawn to the same scale from the official dimensions (front and side).
Why is RA79 better than G90 HF Transceiver?
- Weight225 g vs 1,630 g7.2×
- USB-C chargingYes · G90 HF Transceiver: No
Why is G90 HF Transceiver better than RA79?
- Transmit power5 W vs 20 W4×
Specifications
Side by side
| Radio & range | ||
| Radio standards | Amateur VHF, Amateur UHF | Amateur |
| Licence | Amateur licence | Amateur licence |
| Dual band (VHF + UHF) | Yes | — |
| Frequency ranges | 430 - 440 MHz; 144 - 146 MHz; 108 - 136.991 MHz; 76 - 108 MHz | 0.5 - 30 MHz |
| Transmit power | 5 W | 20 W |
| Channels | 200 | — |
| CTCSS / DCS sub-tones | Yes | — |
| Squelch | adjustable | adjustable |
| Power & battery | ||
| Battery capacity | 1,400 mAh | — |
| Battery voltage | 7.4 V | 13.8 V |
| Power source | Rechargeable pack | Mains / 12 V vehicle |
| USB-C charging | Yes | No |
| Battery level indicator | Yes | — |
| Design & durability | ||
| Weight | 225 g | 1,630 g |
| Width | 115 mm | 120 mm |
| Height | 60 mm | 45 mm |
| Depth | 38 mm | 210 mm |
| Display | Backlit display | Backlit display |
| Colours | Black | Black |
| Features | ||
| VOX (hands-free) | Yes | Yes |
| VOX sensitivity levels | 10 | — |
| Channel scan | Yes | — |
| Dual watch | Yes | — |
| Flashlight | Yes | — |
| Emergency / SOS alarm | Yes | — |
| FM radio | Yes | — |
| Key lock | Yes | Yes |
| Roger beep | Yes | — |
| Voice encryption / scrambler | Yes | — |
| PC programmable | Yes | — |
| Connectivity | ||
| Headset / earpiece jack | Yes | Yes |
| Connectors | USB-C, 2,5 und 3,5 mm | 3,5mm Klinke |
