Wouxun KG-UV3D vs Baofeng GT-3TP - Which One is Better in 2025?

Trying to choose between Wouxun KG-UV3D and Baofeng GT-3TP? 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.

FeatureWouxun KG-UV3DBaofeng GT-3TP
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Radio NameWouxun KG-UV3DBaofeng GT-3TP
Bands2m, 70cm2m, 70cm
Max Power 2m/70cm4/32.9/4.5
Battery TypeLi-IonLi-Ion
Battery Volts7.4 v7.4 v
Rated mAh1700 mAh1800 mAh
Tested mAh1810 mAh mAh
Antenna ConnectorM-SMAM-SMA
Height w/ant300 mm303 mm
Width65 mm61 mm
Thickness w/clip54 mm50 mm
Weight270 g209 g
Color ScreenNoNo
GPSNoNo
USB-C ChargingNoNo
Review LinkLINKLINK
Book Link-LINK
Price$65$26
Purchase LinkLINKLINK
CHIRP ProgramYesYes
Rating by PriceBC
Rating OverallCC
Conclusions

Would I recommend this radio? Well it isn’t made anymore, so I could not recommend a new one, but used? Sure! It is a nice upgrade from a UV-5R style radio and has some nice accessories. The power output is higher, the signal is at least as good, the audio output is better, the center knob makes the experience much nicer, it has a far better battery, and it fits larger hands better. What’s not to like.

I really wanted to love the Baofeng GT-3TP, then I really disliked it, but after using it I have come to respect its capabilities even if I am not a huge fan of the misleading ads. The case, buttons, and screen certainly did not live up to what it was billed as, but the actual electronics inside make it a very serviceable unit.

If you want the Baofeng GT-3TP for a good radio that looks different and already has an outstanding antenna that won’t poke you in the side, this radio will absolutely not disappoint, particularly if like me, you are primarily on 2m. If, on the other hand, you want something that feels as sporty as the pictures suggest, you might want to look elsewhere (although in all honestly, I don’t know where).