Comparison

Specification between different SDRs

The comparison table presents a comprehensive overview of various software-defined radio (SDR) devices, including the SignalSDR series, AntSDR models, RTL-SDR, PlutoSDR, Ettus products, BladeRF versions, LimeSDR, and HackRF One. It compares key specifications such as frequency range, interface types, RF bandwidth, sample depth, sample rate, number of transmitter and receiver channels, duplex capabilities, programmable logic resources, chipsets used, open-source status, GPSDO availability, oscillator precision, transmit power, and pricing.

The table highlights the diverse range of SDR options available in the market, varying in capabilities and price points. Devices like the SignalSDR series offer wide frequency ranges and high bandwidths, competing with more established brands. Entry-level options like RTL-SDR provide basic functionality at a low cost, while high-end devices from Ettus offer advanced features for professional use. The comparison reveals trade-offs between frequency coverage, processing power, interface options, and price across different SDR platforms, allowing users to choose based on their specific requirements and budget constraints.

SDR Model Frequency Range Interface Embedded RF Bandwidth Sample Depth Sample Rate Channels/Duplex Logic Gates Chipset Open Source GPSDO Oscillator Precision Transmit Power
SignalSDR Pro 70 MHz - 6 GHz Gigabit Ethernet, USB 3.0 Yes 61.44 MHz 12 bits 61.44 MSPS 2 Tx / 2 Rx / Full Duplex 85k AD9361 Schematic & firmware Yes ~ 1 ppm Up to 10 dBm (depending on frequency)
RTL-SDR 500 KHz - 1766 MHz USB 2.0 No 3.2 MHz 8 bits 3.2 MSPS 0 Tx / 1 Rx / No Duplex N/A RTL2832U No No ~1 ppm N/A
PlutoSDR 325 MHz - 3.8 GHz USB 2.0 Yes 20 MHz 12 bits 61.44 MSPS 2 Tx / 2 Rx / Full Duplex 28k AD9363 Full No ~20 ppm Up to 6 dBm (depending on frequency)
Ettus B200 70 MHz - 6 GHz USB 3.0 No 61.44 MHz 12 bits 61.44 MSPS 1 Tx / 1 Rx / Full Duplex 75k AD9364 Schematic, Firmware Ext. ~2 ppm 10 dBm+
Ettus B210 70 MHz - 6 GHz USB 3.0 No 61.44 MHz 12 bits 61.44 MSPS 2 Tx / 2 Rx / Full Duplex 100k AD9361 Schematic, Firmware Ext. ~2 ppm 10 dBm+
Ettus B205mini 70 MHz - 6 GHz USB 3.0 No 61.44 MHz 12 bits 61.44 MSPS 1 Tx / 1 Rx / Full Duplex 150k AD9364 Schematic & firmware Ext. ~2 ppm 10 dBm+
BladeRF x40/x115 300 MHz - 3.8 GHz USB 3.0 No 40 MHz 12 bits 40 MSPS 1 Tx / 1 Rx / Full Duplex 40k (115k avail) LMS6002M Schematic, Firmware No ~1 ppm 6 dBm
BladeRF 2.0 xA4/xA9 70 MHz - 6 GHz USB 3.0 No 56 MHz 12 bits 61.44 MSPS 2 Tx / 2 Rx / Full Duplex 32k (292k avail) AD9361 Schematic, Firmware No ~1 ppm 8 dBm
LimeSDR mini 2.0 10 MHz - 3.5 GHz USB 3.0 No 40 MHz 12 bits 30.72 MSPS 1 Tx / 1 Rx / Full Duplex 44k LMS7002M Full No ~1 ppm initial, ~ 4 ppm stable Up to 10 dBm (depending on frequency)
AntSDR E200 AD9363 325 MHz - 3.8 GHz Gigabit Ethernet Yes 20 MHz 12 bits 61.44 MSPS 2 Tx / 2 Rx / Full Duplex 85k AD9363 Schematic & firmware No ~2 ppm Up to 10 dBm (depending on frequency)
AntSDR E200 AD9361 70 MHz - 6 GHz Gigabit Ethernet Yes 56 MHz 12 bits 61.44 MSPS 2 Tx / 2 Rx / Full Duplex 85k AD9361 Schematic & firmware No ~2 ppm Up to 10 dBm (depending on frequency)