Oats vs. Potato chips — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are oats and potato chips different?
- Oats are higher in manganese, phosphorus, vitamin B1, iron, copper, magnesium, and zinc; however, potato chips are richer in vitamin B6 and vitamin C.
- Daily need coverage for manganese for oats is 195% higher.
- Oats contain 5 times more vitamin B1 than potato chips. While oats contain 0.763mg of vitamin B1, potato chips contain only 0.167mg.
- Oats have less saturated fat.
Oats and Snacks, potato chips, plain, unsalted are the varieties used 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 | +164.2% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +125% |
| Contains more IronIron | +189.6% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +104.6% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +264.2% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +217% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -75% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +1017.3% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +197.2% |
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 | +356.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +235.6% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +24.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +41.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +298.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +454.6% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
16.89 g
Fats:
6.9 g
Carbs:
66.27 g
Water:
8.22 g
Other:
1.72 g
Protein:
7 g
Fats:
34.6 g
Carbs:
52.9 g
Water:
1.9 g
Other:
3.6 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +141.3% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +25.3% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +332.6% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +401.4% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +109.3% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
1.217 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
2.178 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
2.535 g
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 | -88.9% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +351.8% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +380.1% |
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 Cholesterol | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Manganese | 4.916mg | 0.44mg | 195% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 2.535g | 12.17g | 64% |
| Vitamin E | 9.11mg | 61% | |
| Phosphorus | 523mg | 165mg | 51% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.763mg | 0.167mg | 50% |
| Saturated fat | 1.217g | 10.96g | 44% |
| Fats | 6.9g | 34.6g | 43% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.119mg | 0.66mg | 42% |
| Iron | 4.72mg | 1.63mg | 39% |
| Copper | 0.626mg | 0.306mg | 36% |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 31.1mg | 35% |
| Magnesium | 177mg | 67mg | 26% |
| Zinc | 3.97mg | 1.09mg | 26% |
| Potassium | 429mg | 1275mg | 25% |
| Fiber | 10.6g | 4.8g | 23% |
| Histidine | 0.405mg | 153mg | 22% |
| Protein | 16.89g | 7g | 20% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 2.178g | 9.84g | 19% |
| Vitamin B5 | 1.349mg | 0.402mg | 19% |
| Vitamin K | 22.1µg | 18% | |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.961mg | 3.827mg | 18% |
| Selenium | 8.1µg | 15% | |
| Calories | 389kcal | 536kcal | 7% |
| Choline | 37.5mg | 7% | |
| Carbs | 66.27g | 52.9g | 4% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.139mg | 0.197mg | 4% |
| Folate | 56µg | 45µg | 3% |
| Calcium | 54mg | 24mg | 3% |
| Net carbs | 55.67g | 48.1g | N/A |
| Sugar | 0.22g | N/A | |
| Sodium | 2mg | 8mg | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.234mg | 0.108mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.575mg | 0.253mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.694mg | 0.283mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 1.284mg | 0.419mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.701mg | 0.424mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.312mg | 0.11mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.895mg | 0.31mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.937mg | 0.392mg | 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
30%
56%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
154%
53%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Potato chips is lower in glycemic index (difference - 3)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Potato chips is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Oats is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.22g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Oats contains less Sodium (difference - 6mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Oats is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 9.743g)
Which food is cheaper?
Oats is cheaper (difference - $1.4)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Oats is relatively richer in minerals
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)