Baofeng GT-5TP vs Baofeng UV-K5 - Which One is Better in 2025?
Trying to choose between Baofeng GT-5TP and Baofeng UV-K5? 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.
| Feature | Baofeng GT-5TP | Baofeng UV-K5 |
|---|---|---|
| Image |  |  |
| Radio Name | Baofeng GT-5TP | Baofeng UV-K5 |
| Bands | 2m, 70cm | 2m, 70cm |
| Max Power 2m/70cm | 5.1/2.3 | 6/5 |
| Battery Type | Li-Ion | Li-Ion |
| Battery Volts | 7.4 v | 7.4 v |
| Rated mAh | 2000 mAh | 2500 mAh |
| Tested mAh | mAh | 1780 mAh |
| Antenna Connector | M-SMA | M-SMA |
| Height w/ant | 281 mm | 328 mm |
| Width | 58 mm | 62 mm |
| Thickness w/clip | 48 mm | 53 mm |
| Weight | 243 g | 315 g |
| Color Screen | No | Yes |
| GPS | No | No |
| USB-C Charging | No | Yes |
| Review Link | LINK | LINK |
| Book Link | LINK | - |
| Price | $12 | $24 |
| Purchase Link | LINK | LINK |
| CHIRP Program | Yes | Yes |
| Value Score | C | F |
| Performance Score | C | F |
| Ergonomics Score | - | C |
| 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. | The Baofeng UV-K5 Plus is a well-rounded beginner radio with some nice accessories and reasonable performance. Where it really falls short is in its spurious emissions. This is the single worst radio I have ever seen. It is so bad that it single-handedly lowers the average of all Baofeng radios 61% (so I omit it as an outlier). So would I recommend the K5Plus? LOL! There are a ton of better radios out there, pick anything but this. The Baofeng UV-5RM Plus is a better radio and a better value. Just stay away from this horrible piece of.....equipment. |