Beef tenderloin vs. Beefsteak — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Summary of differences between beef tenderloin and beefsteak
- Beef tenderloin has more vitamin B12, iron, vitamin B2, and copper; however, beefsteak is higher in vitamin B6, vitamin B3, selenium, zinc, and vitamin B5.
- Beef tenderloin covers your daily need for vitamin B12, 45% more than beefsteak.
- Beef tenderloin has 2 times more iron than beefsteak. While beef tenderloin has 3.11mg of iron, beefsteak has only 1.63mg.
- Beefsteak has less saturated fat.
These are the specific foods used in this comparison Beef, tenderloin, roast, separable lean and fat, trimmed to 1/8" fat, all grades, cooked, roasted and Beef, loin, top loin, separable lean and fat, trimmed to 1/8" fat, select, cooked, grilled.
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Mineral Comparison
Mineral comparison score is based on the number of minerals by which one or the other food is richer. The "coverage" charts below show how much of the daily needs can be covered by 300 grams of the food.
| Contains more IronIron | +90.8% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +68.5% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +55.6% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +144.4% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +20.3% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +25.8% |
Vitamin Comparison
Vitamin comparison score is based on the number of vitamins by which one or the other food is richer. The "coverage" charts below show how much of the daily needs can be covered by 300 grams of the food.
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +15.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +85.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +78.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +132.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +110.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +134% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +11.9% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
23.9 g
Fats:
24.6 g
Carbs:
0 g
Water:
48.37 g
Other:
3.13 g
Protein:
26.72 g
Fats:
15.11 g
Carbs:
0 g
Water:
57.96 g
Other:
0.21 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +62.8% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +1390.5% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +11.8% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +19.8% |
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Carbs
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Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
9.72 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
10.27 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
5.951 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
6.298 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.56 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +63.1% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +78.6% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -38.8% |
Comparison summary table
Pay attention to the rightmost column. It displays the amounts side by side, giving a clearer understanding of the difference.
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| Lower in Sugar | Equal | ||
| Lower in Sodium | Equal | ||
| Lower in Glycemic Index | Equal | ||
| Lower in price | Equal | ||
| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin B12 | 2.46µg | 1.38µg | 45% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.25mg | 0.585mg | 26% |
| Vitamin B3 | 3mg | 6.978mg | 25% |
| Iron | 3.11mg | 1.63mg | 19% |
| Saturated fat | 9.72g | 5.951g | 17% |
| Fats | 24.6g | 15.11g | 15% |
| Selenium | 22.9µg | 28.8µg | 11% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 10.27g | 6.298g | 10% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.26mg | 0.14mg | 9% |
| Zinc | 4.03mg | 4.85mg | 7% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.25mg | 0.527mg | 6% |
| Copper | 0.123mg | 0.073mg | 6% |
| Protein | 23.9g | 26.72g | 6% |
| Calories | 324kcal | 250kcal | 4% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 1g | 0.56g | 3% |
| Vitamin E | 0.45mg | 3% | |
| Cholesterol | 85mg | 79mg | 2% |
| Choline | 91mg | 101.8mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.09mg | 0.078mg | 1% |
| Phosphorus | 203mg | 213mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 9mg | 22mg | 1% |
| Vitamin K | 1.6µg | 1% | |
| Magnesium | 22mg | 23mg | 0% |
| Potassium | 331mg | 340mg | 0% |
| Sodium | 57mg | 57mg | 0% |
| Manganese | 0.014mg | 0.009mg | 0% |
| Folate | 8µg | 8µg | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.268mg | 0.173mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 1.044mg | 1.054mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 1.075mg | 1.201mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 1.889mg | 2.099mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 1.989mg | 2.23mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.612mg | 0.687mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.933mg | 1.042mg | 0% |
| Valine | 1.163mg | 1.309mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.818mg | 0.842mg | 0% |
Which food is preferable for your diet?
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Vitamins & Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
The summary scores indicate the extent to which this food can fulfill your daily vitamin and mineral requirements if you consume 3 servings, consisting of 100 grams of each (an approximation of 3 serving sizes).
Vitamins Daily Need Coverage Score
44%
46%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
54%
53%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Beefsteak is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 6mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Beefsteak is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 3.769g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Beefsteak is relatively richer in minerals
Which food contains less Sugar?
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The foods are relatively equal in Sugar (0 g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
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The foods are relatively equal in Sodium (57 mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
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The foods have equal glycemic indexes (0)
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
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It cannot be stated which food is richer in vitamins. See the charts below for detailed information. See the charts below for detailed information. See the charts below for detailed information.