Mobile Radio · August 4, 2026

DM4601e vs APX4500: Motorola DMR vs P25 Mobile Radio

DMR mobile vs P25 mobile 鈥?protocol, power, and deployment philosophy compared.

SpecificationDMR Tier III..P25 Phase 2..
ProtocolDMR Tier IIIP25 Phase 2
Power1-45W110W high power
Audio102 phon SINC+Adaptive Audio Engine
MarketGlobal commercialNorth America public safety

Motorola

DM4601e at 102 phon SINC+ dominates commercial vehicle fleets globally 鈥?police cruisers in EMEA, utility trucks in Asia-Pacific.

DMR

APX4500 at 110W is the North American fire and police standard. The power advantage is significant for rural patrol coverage.

Data Source: Motorola Solutions Mobile Radio Datasheets

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