McDonald's Quarter Pounder vs. Hamburger — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between McDonald's Quarter Pounder and hamburgers
- McDonald's Quarter Pounder has more vitamin B2; however, hamburgers have more vitamin B12, iron, vitamin B3, and monounsaturated fat.
- Hamburgers have 2 times less fiber than McDonald's Quarter Pounder. McDonald's Quarter Pounder has 1.6g of fiber, while hamburgers have 0.9g.
- McDonald's Quarter Pounder is lower in saturated fat.
Food types used in this article are McDONALD'S, QUARTER POUNDER and Fast foods, hamburger; double, regular, patty; plain.
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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 CopperCopper | +17.6% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +21.4% |
| Contains more IronIron | +19.5% |
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.
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +37.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +18.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +20.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +12.5% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
14.1 g
Fats:
11.55 g
Carbs:
22.17 g
Water:
50.37 g
Other:
1.81 g
Protein:
17.08 g
Fats:
14.36 g
Carbs:
24.1 g
Water:
42.67 g
Other:
1.79 g
| Contains more WaterWater | +18% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +21.1% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +24.3% |
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Carbs
~24.1g
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Other
~1.79g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
4.008 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
4.202 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.283 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
5.096 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
5.495 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.38 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -21.4% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +30.8% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +34.3% |
Carbohydrate type comparison
Carbohydrate type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Starch:
0 g
Sucrose:
0.22 g
Glucose:
1.91 g
Fructose:
2.2 g
Lactose:
0.07 g
Maltose:
0.73 g
Galactose:
0 g
Starch:
0 g
Sucrose:
0.22 g
Glucose:
1.16 g
Fructose:
2.03 g
Lactose:
0.13 g
Maltose:
0.6 g
Galactose:
0 g
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +64.7% |
| Contains more MaltoseMaltose | +21.7% |
| Contains more LactoseLactose | +85.7% |
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Starch
~0g
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Sucrose
~0.22g
~equal in
Fructose
~2.03g
~equal in
Galactose
~0g
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 Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in Sugar |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Rich in vitamins |
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| Lower in price | Equal | ||
| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.203mg | 16% | |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.344mg | 0.25mg | 7% |
| Vitamin B12 | 1.28µg | 1.44µg | 7% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.31mg | 6% | |
| Vitamin B3 | 4.452mg | 5.365mg | 6% |
| Protein | 14.1g | 17.08g | 6% |
| Iron | 2.41mg | 2.88mg | 6% |
| Saturated fat | 4.008g | 5.096g | 5% |
| Fats | 11.55g | 14.36g | 4% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.183mg | 0.217mg | 3% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 4.202g | 5.495g | 3% |
| Calories | 244kcal | 295kcal | 3% |
| Cholesterol | 39mg | 47mg | 3% |
| Fiber | 1.6g | 0.9g | 3% |
| Zinc | 2.69mg | 2.87mg | 2% |
| Phosphorus | 124mg | 136mg | 2% |
| Calcium | 84mg | 102mg | 2% |
| Copper | 0.107mg | 0.091mg | 2% |
| Vitamin C | 0.9mg | 0mg | 1% |
| Sodium | 427mg | 414mg | 1% |
| Manganese | 0.199mg | 0.217mg | 1% |
| Carbs | 22.17g | 24.1g | 1% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.283g | 0.38g | 1% |
| Net carbs | 20.57g | 23.2g | N/A |
| Magnesium | 22mg | 20mg | 0% |
| Potassium | 227mg | 226mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 5.13g | 4.15g | N/A |
| Trans fat | 0.724g | 0.814g | N/A |
| Folate | 56µg | 56µg | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.206mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.666mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.716mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 1.319mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 1.226mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.37mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.677mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.823mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.505mg | 0% | |
| Fructose | 2.2g | 2.03g | 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
32%
38%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
40%
42%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
McDonald's Quarter Pounder is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 8mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
McDonald's Quarter Pounder is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 1.088g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
McDonald's Quarter Pounder is lower in glycemic index (difference - 66)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Hamburger is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.98g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Hamburger contains less Sodium (difference - 13mg)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Hamburger is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)
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.