Product Comparison: HP 12c Platinum vs Texas Instruments BA II Plus

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HP 12c Platinum Calculator

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Texas Instruments BA II Plus Calculator (Pocket, Finance, Black, Buttons, Battery)

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General Specifications

Brand

Texas Instruments

Model

12c

BA II Plus

Origin

China

Philippines

About the Product

A time-tested performer, the HP 12c has an easy-to-use layout, one-line LCD display and efficient RPN data entry. Easily calculate loan payments, interest rates and conversions, standard deviation, percent, TVM, NPV, IRR, cash flows, bonds and more. Over 120 built in functions.

The BA II Plus operates in standard calculator and worksheet modes. The standard mode lets you perform common math as well as operations involving the time value of money--that is, applications such as mortgages or annuities in which payments are equal and evenly spaced. You can also perform trigonometric functions in standard mode.

Size & Weight

Color

Black/White

Black/Silver

Height

5.1 in.

6.5 in.

Width

3.1 in.

3 in.

Depth

0.6 in.

0.7 in.

Weight

4.09 oz.

3.84 oz.

What customers say about "Size & Weight"

HP 12c Platinum Calculator

The size, shape and feel of this thing that just helps me grasp underlying concepts better.
It is bigger in size, but it is fairly light and is still much smaller and lighter than a Scientific Calculator.
The right size. Fits in a shirt pocket or those little pockets in your brief case or backpack.
Compact size slips easily into a sportcoat pocket and you can rotate it continually in one hand just for fun!
The size is handy and fits into a shirt pocket easily.

Texas Instruments BA II Plus Calculator (Pocket, Finance, Black, Buttons, Battery)

The price point is one of the cheapest that I've found. It is pretty lightweight and is smaller in size than the TI-83 Scientific Calculator.
The item itself, is durable, a good comfortable size, and works quickly.
I have to say is that is user friendly, easy to access and to do simple calculations and its a very good size.
It seems very basic but has some great functions. The size of this calculator is nice.
Battery lasts a long time. The size is perfect. The functions take some time to learn.

Display

Display Type

LCD

Monochrome

Display Size

1 line x 10 characters; 10 x 7-segment

10-digit

Touch Screen

Yes

Touch Screen

What customers say about "Display"

HP 12c Platinum Calculator

I feel like the display is a big lighter than my previous.
This is a great little calculator that is easy to use, has readily visible display, and isn't too complicated.
The display is outstanding, and the numbers are displayed correctly.
The numbers weren't showing on the display very well, only parts of the numbers were showing and it was time to get a replacement.
The top row of the LCD works properly, but most of the bottom row of the LCD does not.

Texas Instruments BA II Plus Calculator (Pocket, Finance, Black, Buttons, Battery)

Very helpful in my Finance class. Easy to press buttons, easy to understand instructions and easy to read display.
It has a backspace key, a good single-line display, good contrast, robust design.
Everything on it seems to be fine. Features are good, screen display is large.
Nice display and fairly easy to learn. I now have one at home and the office.
I like it, but wish the display could be easier to read (numbers bolder or brighter).

Features

PC Connectivity

Battery Type

1 x CR2032 battery

Pre-Loaded Applications

Calculator, Financial calculation

Accounting, Economics, Finance, Marketing, Mathematics, Real estate, Science, Statistics

Extras

Premium protective pouch, Over 130 functions, Auto power off, Adjustable contrast

Easy to read, Depreciation schedules, Interest rate conversions, Convert between annual (nominal) and effective interest rates, Time-value-of-money function

PC Connectivity

What customers say about "Features"

HP 12c Platinum Calculator

It is sturdy and has a long battery life, absolutely no complains, recommended.
I've only had to replace the button batteries once that I can remember. Maybe twice?
I've replaced the batteries three times in 20 years. (Yeah, you read that right: three times.)
I've had the HP 12C calculator for a little more than a year now, and have used it quite often. Haven't had to change the batteries yet.
These use 2032 batteries and this model just died out and will show only a very light display but the calculator itself will not operate. Very disappointed.

Texas Instruments BA II Plus Calculator (Pocket, Finance, Black, Buttons, Battery)

The battery lasts a long time. I bought mine almost a year ago and it still works. I definitely recommend this calculator.
It has an auto off function, which saves battery life. Highly recommended.
The original is still working, and I've never changed the battery!
Great calculator. Superb batteries (I've never needed to change them) and it does everything I need it to.
Its cheap, it works properly and has a long battery life, no complains.

Warranty / Certifications

Manufacturer Warranty

1 year(s)

Certifications

Other Information

Manufacturer

Link

MSRP

79.98 $

Manual

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