Butter vs. Potato chips — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between butter and potato chips?
- Butter is richer in vitamin A, yet potato chips are richer in vitamin B6, vitamin E, potassium, vitamin C, copper, vitamin B3, and phosphorus.
- Butter's daily need coverage for saturated fat is 198% higher.
- Butter has a lower glycemic index than potato chips.
We used Butter, without salt and Snacks, potato chips, plain, unsalted types in this comparison.
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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 MagnesiumMagnesium | +3250% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +5212.5% |
| Contains more IronIron | +8050% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +1812.5% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +1111.1% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +587.5% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -27.3% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +10900% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +710% |
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 AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +292.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +3240% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +479.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +9011.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +265.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +21900% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +215.7% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +1400% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +99.5% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
0.85 g
Fats:
81.11 g
Carbs:
0.06 g
Water:
17.94 g
Other:
0.04 g
Protein:
7 g
Fats:
34.6 g
Carbs:
52.9 g
Water:
1.9 g
Other:
3.6 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +134.4% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +844.2% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +723.5% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +88066.7% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +8900% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
50.489 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
23.43 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
3.01 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
10.96 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
9.84 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
12.17 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +138.1% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -78.3% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +304.3% |
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 |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in price |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Saturated fat | 50.489g | 10.96g | 180% |
| Vitamin A | 684µg | 0µg | 76% |
| Cholesterol | 215mg | 0mg | 72% |
| Fats | 81.11g | 34.6g | 72% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 3.01g | 12.17g | 61% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.003mg | 0.66mg | 51% |
| Vitamin E | 2.32mg | 9.11mg | 45% |
| Potassium | 24mg | 1275mg | 37% |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 31.1mg | 35% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 23.43g | 9.84g | 34% |
| Copper | 0.016mg | 0.306mg | 32% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.042mg | 3.827mg | 24% |
| Histidine | 0.023mg | 153mg | 22% |
| Iron | 0.02mg | 1.63mg | 20% |
| Phosphorus | 24mg | 165mg | 20% |
| Fiber | 0g | 4.8g | 19% |
| Manganese | 0.004mg | 0.44mg | 19% |
| Carbs | 0.06g | 52.9g | 18% |
| Magnesium | 2mg | 67mg | 15% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.005mg | 0.167mg | 14% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.034mg | 0.197mg | 13% |
| Selenium | 1µg | 8.1µg | 13% |
| Vitamin K | 7µg | 22.1µg | 13% |
| Protein | 0.85g | 7g | 12% |
| Folate | 3µg | 45µg | 11% |
| Calories | 717kcal | 536kcal | 9% |
| Zinc | 0.09mg | 1.09mg | 9% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.17µg | 0µg | 7% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.11mg | 0.402mg | 6% |
| Choline | 18.8mg | 37.5mg | 3% |
| Net carbs | 0.06g | 48.1g | N/A |
| Calcium | 24mg | 24mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 0.06g | 0.22g | N/A |
| Sodium | 11mg | 8mg | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.012mg | 0.108mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.038mg | 0.253mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.051mg | 0.283mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.083mg | 0.419mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.067mg | 0.424mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.021mg | 0.11mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.041mg | 0.31mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.057mg | 0.392mg | 0% |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.315g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 2.166g | N/A |
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
26%
56%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
4%
53%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Potato chips is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 215mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Potato chips contains less Sodium (difference - 3mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Potato chips is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 39.529g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Potato chips is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Potato chips is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Butter is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.16g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Butter is lower in glycemic index (difference - 56)
Which food is cheaper?
Butter is cheaper (difference - $0.4)