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Retevis RT3S vs Xiegu G90 HF Transceiver

What RT3S does better (1) and where G90 HF Transceiver wins (1) — every spec side by side.

Retevis RT3S
Retevis · 2026RT3S
5.4Score
1 advantage≈ £120
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Xiegu G90 HF Transceiver
Xiegu · 2026G90 HF Transceiver
1 advantage
Dimensions

Size comparison

RT3SG90 HF Transceiver
131 × 6136120 × 45210
RT3SG90 HF TransceiverDifference
Height61 mm45 mm+16 mm
Width131 mm120 mm+11 mm
Depth36 mm210 mm−174 mm
Weight258 g1,630 g−1,372 g

Drawn to the same scale from the official dimensions (front and side).

Why is RT3S better than G90 HF Transceiver?

  1. Weight258 g vs 1,630 g6.3×

Why is G90 HF Transceiver better than RT3S?

  1. Transmit power5 W vs 20 W4×
Specifications

Side by side

Retevis RT3SRetevis RT3S≈ £1205.4
Radio & range
Radio standardsAmateur VHF, Amateur UHFAmateur
LicenceAmateur licenceAmateur licence
Dual band (VHF + UHF)Yes—
Frequency ranges450 - 460 MHz; 150 - 160 MHz0.5 - 30 MHz
Transmit power5 W20 W
Channels3,000—
CTCSS / DCS sub-tonesYes—
Squelchadjustableadjustable
Power & battery
Battery capacity2,000 mAh—
Battery voltage7.4 V13.8 V
Power sourceRechargeable packMains / 12 V vehicle
USB-C chargingNoNo
Battery level indicatorYes—
Design & durability
Weight258 g1,630 g
Width131 mm120 mm
Height61 mm45 mm
Depth36 mm210 mm
DisplayBacklit displayBacklit display
ColoursBlackBlack
Features
VOX (hands-free)YesYes
VOX sensitivity levels10—
Channel scanYes—
Key lockYesYes
Monitor buttonYes—
PC programmableYes—
Connectivity
Headset / earpiece jackYesYes
Connectors2,5 und 3,5 mm3,5mm Klinke
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