Nagoya NA-320A (Tri-Band) vs Nagoya NA-701G (GMRS)

The NA-320A is the clear winner for most users. The single most important differentiator is that the NA-320A actually delivers meaningful performance across three bands, while the NA-701G's claimed gain is overstated by about 2.6 dB and its quarter-wave design at GMRS frequencies produces no meaningful advantage over a dummy load.

The NA-320A's electrical length works in its favor. At VHF it's a true quarter wave, at 1.25m it approaches half-wave efficiency, and at UHF it reaches 5/8 wave where it achieves genuine gain. The stated 3.5 dBi claim is realistic for this design. In contrast, the NA-701G's 2.15 dBi claim is unsupported by its 140mm length, which only achieves quarter-wave performance at GMRS frequencies. Nagoya's specification on this model appears intentionally misleading.

Buy the NA-320A if you operate any combination of VHF, 1.25m, or UHF bands. Buy the NA-701G only if you exclusively use GMRS and prioritize portability over performance, understanding you're paying for compromise.

The NA-320A is the stronger choice and represents better value despite costing two dollars more.