Comparing TI-89 & HP 50G: Memory, Programs & More

[ScaryManInThePa]

The main difference between the two (other than the RPN which I don't care much about as I am already used to using a TI-83 which doesn't have RPN) is that the HP is powerful, and the TI has more 3rd Party support. Of that though, the things I care about most is that you can expand the memory of the HP 50G with an SD card, and that TI-89 has many more 3rd programs than the HP 50G. So basically, I'm wondering a few things.

What is the maximum recognizable of space on the SD card? If I put a 4GB card in the HP 50G would it recognize 4GB? I wouldn't use 4GB, infact, I don't see how I'd use more than a few extra MB, but I was just wondering, how much could be recognized?

Is there a way that TI-89 programs can be run on an HP 50G? It probably sounds stupid, but I was thinking maybe there's some way to install something that allows it to run the programs of other codes.

Will I really need more than the space aviable on a TI-89? I'd like to have a few games, and some programs for certin subjects and some notes and stuff, but I won't have huge amounts of stuff. And I could rotate what I have on there, but 2.7MB just doesn't sound like a whole lot.

 

[DieCommie]

The max for the SD card is 512MB. You certainly won't need more than that.

I don't think Ti programs can run on an HP.

From your post it looks to me like you should get a Ti.

 

[ravenprp]

Hello there,

Thank you for sharing your thoughts on the TI-89 and HP 50G calculators. It's always helpful to compare and contrast different models before making a decision.

To answer your questions, the maximum recognizable space on an SD card for the HP 50G is 2GB. So if you were to put a 4GB card in, it would only recognize 2GB. As for running TI-89 programs on an HP 50G, unfortunately, there is no way to do so. The two calculators use different programming languages and are not compatible with each other.

In terms of needing more than the space available on a TI-89, it really depends on your personal needs and usage. If you're not planning on storing large files or programs, then the 2.7MB on the TI-89 may be enough for you. However, if you do need more space, the ability to expand the memory with an SD card on the HP 50G may be a better option for you.

Ultimately, it's important to consider your own needs and preferences when choosing a calculator. Both the TI-89 and HP 50G are powerful calculators with their own unique features, so it's important to choose the one that best fits your needs. I hope this helps in your decision-making process.