Graphing calculator comparison chart
A graphing calculator is a learning tool designed to help students visualize and better understand concepts in math and science.
Check out the chart below to determine which TI graphing calculator is right for you.
Where to BuyComputer Algebra System (CAS) OS
Permitted on tests
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AP®
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ACT®
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IB® Diploma Programme*
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Key features
User Available Memory
160KB/24KB
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480KB/24KB
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3.0MB/149+KB
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90+MB
2.7MB/188KB
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90+MB
USB Cable Included
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Back-lit Color Display
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Rechargeable Battery
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Alkaline Batteries (4 AAA)
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Ability to utilize images**
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Includes computer software†
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Disable CAS
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TI-Basic Programming
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Python Programming
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Appropriate for these courses
Pre-Algebra
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Algebra I & II
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Trigonometry
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Geometry
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Precalculus
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Calculus/AP® Calculus
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Statistics/AP® Statistics
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Business & Finance
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College Math
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Electrical Engineering
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Mechanical Engineering
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Differential Equations
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Linear Algebra
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Life Science
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Earth Science
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Physical Science
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Biology/AP® Biology
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Chemistry/AP® Chemistry
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Physics/AP® Physics
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*With CAS disabled on the TI-Nspire™ CX II CAS graphing calculator.
**The following image types are supported: .jpeg, .jpg, .bmp, .png.
†Student Software is available in certain retail packages.
‡Only the Python version of the TI-84 Plus CE graphing calculator has Python programming capability.
SAT® and AP® are trademarks registered by the College Board. PSAT/NMSQT® is a registered trademark of the College Board and the National Merit Scholarship Corporation. ACT is a registered trademark of ACT, Inc. IB is a registered trademark owned by the International Baccalaureate Organization. None are affiliated with, nor endorse, TI products. Policies subject to change. Visit www.collegeboard.org, www.act.org and www.ibo.org.
**The following image types are supported: .jpeg, .jpg, .bmp, .png.
†Student Software is available in certain retail packages.
‡Only the Python version of the TI-84 Plus CE graphing calculator has Python programming capability.
SAT® and AP® are trademarks registered by the College Board. PSAT/NMSQT® is a registered trademark of the College Board and the National Merit Scholarship Corporation. ACT is a registered trademark of ACT, Inc. IB is a registered trademark owned by the International Baccalaureate Organization. None are affiliated with, nor endorse, TI products. Policies subject to change. Visit www.collegeboard.org, www.act.org and www.ibo.org.