Baofeng GT-5TP vs Baofeng UV-25 - Which One is Better in 2025?

Trying to choose between Baofeng GT-5TP and Baofeng UV-25? Below you'll find a side-by-side comparison of key features, specifications, and performance to help you decide which handheld radio best fits your needs. Click the link below for a full review and detailed test results.

FeatureBaofeng GT-5TPBaofeng UV-25
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Radio NameBaofeng GT-5TPBaofeng UV-25
Bands2m, 70cm2m, 70cm
Max Power 2m/70cm5.1/2.39/7
Battery TypeLi-IonLi-Ion
Battery Volts7.4 v7.4 v
Rated mAh2000 mAh2800 mAh
Tested mAh mAh4860 mAh
Antenna ConnectorM-SMAM-SMA
Height w/ant281 mm510 mm
Width58 mm71 mm
Thickness w/clip48 mm56 mm
Weight243 g675 g
Color ScreenNoYes
GPSNoNo
USB-C ChargingNoYes
Review LinkLINKLINK
Book LinkLINK-
Price$12$43
Purchase LinkLINKLINK
CHIRP ProgramYesYes
Rating by PriceCA
Rating OverallCC
Conclusions

I really wanted the Baofeng GT-5TP to be a better UV-82 than the UV-82. Not that there is anything wrong with the UV-82 per se, but they could have gone with the bigger keys, more power, and contrasting colors while leaving the rest alone, or even added some waterproofing, and had a really, really nice radio.

As it is, I am going to say the Baofeng GT-5TP is basically a different UV-82, no better, no worse, just different. If I had to choose one, I would probably pick this one because of the easier to read buttons and contrasting colors. That, of course, is just personal preference.

All of that being said, the Baofeng GT-5TP is a pretty good radio.

So would I recommend the radio? Sure! The power output is amazing, the screen is beautiful, the buttons are excellent, and I love that stupid gaudy knob at the top. For the price, you are getting a very capable basic radio with a battery that should keep you going for days, lol.

The downside is that it weighs a ton and has a garbage antenna.

You could get a better deal on something like the Baofeng 5RH Pro, which also has GPS and costs less. I still think I would take this one if just for the fun factor.