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Beefsteak raw vs. Potato chips — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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A recap on differences between beefsteak raw and potato chips

  • Beefsteak raw has more vitamin B12, zinc, and selenium; however, potato chips are higher in vitamin C, potassium, copper, fiber, and vitamin K.
  • Beefsteak raw covers your daily vitamin B12 needs 112% more than potato chips.
  • The glycemic index of potato chips is higher.

Food varieties used in this article are Beef, loin, top sirloin cap steak, boneless, separable lean only, trimmed to 1/8" fat, all grades, raw and Snacks, potato chips, plain, unsalted.

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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.
Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 18% 1.5% 33% 75% 26% 145% 94% 7.2% 0% 152%
Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 48% 7.2% 113% 61% 102% 30% 71% 1% 57% 44%
Contains more IronIron +22.7%
Contains more ZincZinc +386.2%
Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus +33.3%
Contains more SeleniumSelenium +244.4%
Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium +168%
Contains more CalciumCalcium +380%
Contains more PotassiumPotassium +240%
Contains more CopperCopper +287.3%
Contains less SodiumSodium -85.5%

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.
Vitamin C Vit. C Vitamin A Vit. A Vitamin E Vit. E Vitamin D Vit. D Vitamin B1 Vit. B1 Vitamin B2 Vit. B2 Vitamin B3 Vit. B3 Vitamin B5 Vit. B5 Vitamin B6 Vit. B6 Vitamin B12 Vit. B12 Vitamin K Vit. K Folate Folate Choline Choline 0% 0.67% 0% 1.5% 19% 42% 95% 0% 125% 336% 3.8% 2.3% 0%
Vitamin C Vit. C Vitamin A Vit. A Vitamin E Vit. E Vitamin D Vit. D Vitamin B1 Vit. B1 Vitamin B2 Vit. B2 Vitamin B3 Vit. B3 Vitamin B5 Vit. B5 Vitamin B6 Vit. B6 Vitamin B12 Vit. B12 Vitamin K Vit. K Folate Folate Choline Choline 104% 0% 182% 0% 42% 45% 72% 24% 152% 0% 55% 34% 20%
Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A +∞%
Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 +31.9%
Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 +∞%
Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 +122.7%
Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 +21.5%
Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K +1373.3%
Contains more FolateFolate +1400%
~equal in Vitamin B2 ~0.197mg

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
21% 5% 73%
Protein: 21.38 g
Fats: 5.36 g
Carbs: 0 g
Water: 72.93 g
Other: 0.33 g
7% 35% 53% 2% 4%
Protein: 7 g
Fats: 34.6 g
Carbs: 52.9 g
Water: 1.9 g
Other: 3.6 g
Contains more ProteinProtein +205.4%
Contains more WaterWater +3738.4%
Contains more FatsFats +545.5%
Contains more CarbsCarbs +∞%
Contains more OtherOther +990.9%

Fat Type Comparison

Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
42% 53% 4%
Saturated fat: Sat. Fat 1.875 g
Monounsaturated fat: Mono. Fat 2.354 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 0.189 g
33% 30% 37%
Saturated fat: Sat. Fat 10.96 g
Monounsaturated fat: Mono. Fat 9.84 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 12.17 g
Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat -82.9%
Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat +318%
Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat +6339.2%

Comparison summary table

Pay attention to the rightmost column. It displays the amounts side by side, giving a clearer understanding of the difference.
Beefsteak raw Potato chips
Lower in Cholesterol ok
Lower in Sodium ok
Lower in price ok
Rich in vitamins ok
Lower in Sugar ok
Lower in Saturated fat ok
Lower in Glycemic Index ok
Rich in minerals Equal

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Beefsteak raw Potato chips DV% diff.
Vitamin B12 2.69µg 0µg 112%
Polyunsaturated fat 0.189g 12.17g 80%
Vitamin E 9.11mg 61%
Fats 5.36g 34.6g 45%
Saturated fat 1.875g 10.96g 41%
Zinc 5.3mg 1.09mg 38%
Selenium 27.9µg 8.1µg 36%
Vitamin C 0mg 31.1mg 35%
Protein 21.38g 7g 29%
Potassium 375mg 1275mg 26%
Copper 0.079mg 0.306mg 25%
Histidine 0.868mg 153mg 22%
Cholesterol 67mg 0mg 22%
Calories 134kcal 536kcal 20%
Fiber 0g 4.8g 19%
Monounsaturated fat 2.354g 9.84g 19%
Manganese 0.44mg 19%
Carbs 0g 52.9g 18%
Vitamin K 1.5µg 22.1µg 17%
Folate 3µg 45µg 11%
Magnesium 25mg 67mg 10%
Vitamin B6 0.543mg 0.66mg 9%
Phosphorus 220mg 165mg 8%
Vitamin B1 0.075mg 0.167mg 8%
Vitamin B3 5.048mg 3.827mg 8%
Vitamin B5 0.402mg 8%
Choline 37.5mg 7%
Iron 2mg 1.63mg 5%
Sodium 55mg 8mg 2%
Calcium 5mg 24mg 2%
Vitamin B2 0.182mg 0.197mg 1%
Vitamin D 0.1µg 0µg 1%
Net carbs 0g 48.1g N/A
Vitamin D 3IU 0IU 0%
Sugar 0g 0.22g N/A
Vitamin A 2µg 0µg 0%
Trans fat 0.253g N/A
Tryptophan 0.262mg 0.108mg 0%
Threonine 1.099mg 0.253mg 0%
Isoleucine 1.09mg 0.283mg 0%
Leucine 2.011mg 0.419mg 0%
Lysine 2.247mg 0.424mg 0%
Methionine 0.621mg 0.11mg 0%
Phenylalanine 0.931mg 0.31mg 0%
Valine 1.152mg 0.392mg 0%
Omega-3 - DPA 0.008g 0g N/A
Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid 0.007g N/A
Omega-6 - Linoleic acid 0.142g N/A

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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ok
is better in case of low diet
Beefsteak raw Potato chips
Low Calories diet ok
Low Fats diet ok
Low Carbs diet ok
Low Glycemic Index diet ok

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
48%
Beefsteak raw
56%
Potato chips
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
55%
Beefsteak raw
53%
Potato chips

Comparison summary

Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Potato chips
Potato chips is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 67mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Potato chips
Potato chips contains less Sodium (difference - 47mg)
Which food is cheaper?
Potato chips
Potato chips is cheaper (difference - $0.4)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Potato chips
Potato chips is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Beefsteak raw
Beefsteak raw is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.22g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Beefsteak raw
Beefsteak raw is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 9.085g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Beefsteak raw
Beefsteak raw is lower in glycemic index (difference - 56)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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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.

References

All the values for which the sources are not specified explicitly are taken from FDA’s Food Central. The exact link to the food presented on this page can be found below.

  1. Beefsteak raw - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/172173/nutrients
  2. Potato chips - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/170649/nutrients

All the Daily Values are presented for males aged 31-50, for 2000-calorie diets.

Data provided by FoodStruct.com should be considered and used as information only. Please consult your physician before beginning any diet.