French fries vs. Cheeseburger — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the differences between French fries and Cheeseburger?
- French fries are higher in Potassium, however, Cheeseburger is richer in Selenium, Vitamin B12, Vitamin B2, Iron, Zinc, and Vitamin B3.
- Cheeseburger's daily need coverage for Selenium is 34% more.
- Cheeseburger contains 3 times less Potassium than French fries. French fries contain 579mg of Potassium, while Cheeseburger contains 196mg.
- French fries have less Sodium.
We used Fast foods, potato, french fried in vegetable oil and Fast foods, cheeseburger; single, regular patty; plain types in this article.
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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 | +34.6% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +195.4% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +11.7% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -59.2% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +561.1% |
| Contains more IronIron | +234.6% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +398% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +28.8% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +27.9% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +2077.8% |
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 CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +221.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +63.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +166.7% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +27.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +72.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +830.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +73.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +133.3% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
3.43 g
Fats:
14.73 g
Carbs:
41.44 g
Water:
38.55 g
Other:
1.85 g
Protein:
16.51 g
Fats:
14.72 g
Carbs:
28.03 g
Water:
38.63 g
Other:
2.11 g
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +47.8% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +381.3% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +14.1% |
~equal in
Fats
~14.72g
~equal in
Water
~38.63g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
2.336 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
5.969 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
5.398 g
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
6.473 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
5.413 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.658 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -63.9% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +225.6% |
~equal in
Monounsaturated Fat
~5.413g
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 Sodium |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Rich in minerals |
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| Lower in price | Equal | ||
| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 312kcal | 308kcal |
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| Protein | 3.43g | 16.51g |
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| Fats | 14.73g | 14.72g |
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| Vitamin C | 4.7mg | 0mg |
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| Net carbs | 37.64g | 26.03g |
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| Carbs | 41.44g | 28.03g |
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| Cholesterol | 0mg | 43mg |
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| Vitamin D | 0IU | 2IU |
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| Magnesium | 35mg | 26mg |
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| Calcium | 18mg | 119mg |
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| Potassium | 579mg | 196mg |
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| Iron | 0.81mg | 2.71mg |
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| Sugar | 0.3g | 4.88g |
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| Fiber | 3.8g | 2g |
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| Copper | 0.124mg | 0.111mg |
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| Zinc | 0.5mg | 2.49mg |
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| Starch | 19.87g |
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| Phosphorus | 125mg | 161mg |
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| Sodium | 210mg | 515mg |
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| Vitamin A | 0IU | 254IU |
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| Vitamin A | 0µg | 50µg |
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| Vitamin E | 1.67mg | 0.52mg |
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| Vitamin D | 0µg | 0.1µg |
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| Manganese | 0.247mg | 0.316mg |
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| Selenium | 0.9µg | 19.6µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.17mg | 0.293mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.039mg | 0.363mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 3.004mg | 5.217mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.58mg | 0.545mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.372mg | 0.228mg |
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| Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 0.76µg |
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| Vitamin K | 11.2µg | 4.2µg |
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| Folate | 30µg | 70µg |
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| Trans Fat | 0.06g | 0.57g |
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| Choline | 36.8mg | 28.9mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 2.336g | 6.473g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 5.969g | 5.413g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 5.398g | 1.658g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.155mg |
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| Threonine | 0.571mg |
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| Isoleucine | 0.755mg |
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| Leucine | 1.316mg |
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| Lysine | 0.784mg |
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| Methionine | 0.377mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 0.755mg |
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| Valine | 0.881mg |
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| Histidine | 0.445mg |
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| Fructose | 1.94g |
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| Omega-3 - EPA | 0g | 0.005g |
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| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.407g | 0.125g |
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| Omega-3 - DPA | 0g | 0.01g |
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| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0.001g | 0.001g | |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.029g | 0.005g |
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| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0g | 0.015g |
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| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.007g | 0.004g |
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| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 4.898g | 1.322g |
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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
27%
42%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
28%
56%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
French fries is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 43mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
French fries is lower in Sugar (difference - 4.58g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
French fries contains less Sodium (difference - 305mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
French fries is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 4.137g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Cheeseburger is lower in glycemic index (difference - 4)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Cheeseburger is relatively richer in minerals
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.