RadioRanked verdict
Updated Nov 2026Baofeng K5 Plus Tri-Band vs Radtel RT-920
Our pick
Radtel RT-920$47.04
The Baofeng K5 Plus is the better value here. Both radios share the same feature set: analog FM only, CHIRP support, no IP rating, and no digital modes or GPS. The K5 Plus edges out the Radtel RT-920 because it costs 28 percent less while delivering more transmit power (10W versus 8W), which matters for range on simplex. Owners report similarly high satisfaction for both, with the K5 Plus at 4.4/5 from 216 reviews and the RT-920 at 4.3/5 from 119 reviews. The RT-920 includes Bluetooth, which some users will appreciate for wireless audio accessories, but this feature alone doesn't justify its premium price when the K5 Plus gives you more power for less money. We don't have the RT-920's weight, so we cannot compare portability directly.
Buy the Baofeng K5 Plus if you want maximum power and lowest cost for basic analog operation. Buy the Radtel RT-920 only if Bluetooth connectivity is essential to your workflow.
Get the K5 Plus.
By use case
Which should you buy?
Budget-conscious first-time licensee
Costs less than the alternative while covering VHF, UHF, and 1.25m for a new licensee.
Baofeng K5 Plus Tri-BandField operator wanting wireless headset pairing
Its Bluetooth support suits operators who want wireless headset pairing in the field.
RT-920Go-bag buyer wanting more transmit power
Its 10W output exceeds the other model's 8W, aiding weak-signal contacts from a go-bag.
Baofeng K5 Plus Tri-BandEmergency preparedness buyer wanting extra channel memory
Its 999 memory channels give more room for storing emergency, public service, and repeater frequencies.
Baofeng K5 Plus Tri-BandLightweight field kit builder wanting Bluetooth
It edges ahead on portability and adds Bluetooth, suiting lightweight field kit.
RT-920
Reasons to choose Baofeng K5 Plus Tri-Band
- 25% more TX power (10W vs 8W)
- 4% more memory channels (999 vs 960)
- 14% more battery (2500 mAh vs 2200 mAh)
- FCC equipment authorization on file
Reasons to choose Radtel RT-920
- Has Bluetooth
Spec battle
Spec-by-spec breakdown
Made your choice?
Baofeng K5 Plus Tri-Band
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