Popcorn vs. Potato chips — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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A recap on differences between popcorn and potato chips
- Popcorn has more fiber, manganese, phosphorus, iron, and magnesium; however, potato chips are higher in vitamin E, vitamin B6, vitamin C, and potassium.
- Potato chips cover your daily vitamin E needs 59% more than popcorn.
- Potato chips contain 3 times less fiber than popcorn. Popcorn contains 14.5g of fiber, while potato chips contain 4.8g.
- Popcorn has less saturated fat.
Food varieties used in this article are Snacks, popcorn, air-popped 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.
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +114.9% |
| Contains more IronIron | +95.7% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +182.6% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +117% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +153% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +242.9% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +287.5% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +16.8% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +∞% |
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 B5Vitamin B5 | +26.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +3041.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +60.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +137.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +65.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +320.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +1741.7% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +45.2% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +76.9% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
12.94 g
Fats:
4.54 g
Carbs:
77.78 g
Water:
3.32 g
Other:
1.42 g
Protein:
7 g
Fats:
34.6 g
Carbs:
52.9 g
Water:
1.9 g
Other:
3.6 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +84.9% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +47% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +74.7% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +662.1% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +153.5% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.637 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.95 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
2.318 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 | -94.2% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +935.8% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +425% |
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 | Equal | ||
| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 2.318g | 12.17g | 66% |
| Vitamin E | 0.29mg | 9.11mg | 59% |
| Saturated fat | 0.637g | 10.96g | 47% |
| Fats | 4.54g | 34.6g | 46% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.157mg | 0.66mg | 39% |
| Fiber | 14.5g | 4.8g | 39% |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 31.1mg | 35% |
| Manganese | 1.113mg | 0.44mg | 29% |
| Potassium | 329mg | 1275mg | 28% |
| Phosphorus | 358mg | 165mg | 28% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.95g | 9.84g | 22% |
| Histidine | 0.367mg | 153mg | 22% |
| Starch | 54.4g | 22% | |
| Iron | 3.19mg | 1.63mg | 20% |
| Magnesium | 144mg | 67mg | 18% |
| Zinc | 3.08mg | 1.09mg | 18% |
| Vitamin K | 1.2µg | 22.1µg | 17% |
| Selenium | 0µg | 8.1µg | 15% |
| Protein | 12.94g | 7g | 12% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.083mg | 0.197mg | 9% |
| Vitamin B3 | 2.308mg | 3.827mg | 9% |
| Carbs | 77.78g | 52.9g | 8% |
| Calories | 387kcal | 536kcal | 7% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.104mg | 0.167mg | 5% |
| Copper | 0.262mg | 0.306mg | 5% |
| Folate | 31µg | 45µg | 4% |
| Choline | 21.2mg | 37.5mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.51mg | 0.402mg | 2% |
| Calcium | 7mg | 24mg | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 10µg | 0µg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 63.28g | 48.1g | N/A |
| Sugar | 0.87g | 0.22g | N/A |
| Sodium | 8mg | 8mg | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.085mg | 0.108mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.452mg | 0.253mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.431mg | 0.283mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 1.473mg | 0.419mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.338mg | 0.424mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.252mg | 0.11mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.59mg | 0.31mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.607mg | 0.392mg | 0% |
| Fructose | 0.07g | 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
16%
56%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
72%
53%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Potato chips is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.65g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Potato chips is lower in glycemic index (difference - 6)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Potato chips is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Popcorn is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 10.323g)
Which food is cheaper?
Popcorn is cheaper (difference - $2)
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
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The foods are relatively equal in Sodium (8 mg)
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.