Potato chips vs. Chocolate brownie — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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A recap on differences between potato chips and chocolate brownie
- Potato chips have more vitamin B6, vitamin C, potassium, and vitamin B3; however, chocolate brownie is higher in vitamin A, copper, and vitamin B12.
- Potato chips cover your daily vitamin B6 needs 44% more than chocolate brownie.
- Chocolate brownie contains 104 times less vitamin C than potato chips. Potato chips contain 31.1mg of vitamin C, while chocolate brownie contains 0.3mg.
- Chocolate brownie has less saturated fat.
- The glycemic index of potato chips is higher.
Food varieties used in this article are Snacks, potato chips, plain, unsalted and Cookies, brownies, prepared from recipe.
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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 | +26.4% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +624.4% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +12.4% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +25% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -97.7% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +137.5% |
| Contains more IronIron | +12.9% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +26.8% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +33.4% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +42% |
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 | +10266.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +18.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +289.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +22.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +602.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +55.2% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
7 g
Fats:
34.6 g
Carbs:
52.9 g
Water:
1.9 g
Other:
3.6 g
Protein:
6.2 g
Fats:
29.1 g
Carbs:
50.2 g
Water:
12.6 g
Other:
1.9 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +12.9% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +18.9% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +89.5% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +563.2% |
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Carbs
~50.2g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
10.96 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
9.84 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
12.17 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
7.319 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
10.839 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
9.412 g
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +29.3% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -33.2% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +10.2% |
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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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin E | 9.11mg | 61% | |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.66mg | 0.094mg | 44% |
| Vitamin C | 31.1mg | 0.3mg | 34% |
| Potassium | 1275mg | 176mg | 32% |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 73mg | 24% |
| Histidine | 153mg | 0.136mg | 22% |
| Vitamin A | 0µg | 176µg | 20% |
| Fiber | 4.8g | 19% | |
| Vitamin K | 22.1µg | 18% | |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 12.17g | 9.412g | 18% |
| Vitamin B3 | 3.827mg | 0.982mg | 18% |
| Saturated fat | 10.96g | 7.319g | 17% |
| Sodium | 8mg | 343mg | 15% |
| Copper | 0.306mg | 0.388mg | 9% |
| Fats | 34.6g | 29.1g | 8% |
| Choline | 37.5mg | 7% | |
| Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 0.16µg | 7% |
| Manganese | 0.44mg | 0.587mg | 6% |
| Selenium | 8.1µg | 11.5µg | 6% |
| Phosphorus | 165mg | 132mg | 5% |
| Folate | 45µg | 29µg | 4% |
| Calories | 536kcal | 466kcal | 4% |
| Iron | 1.63mg | 1.84mg | 3% |
| Calcium | 24mg | 57mg | 3% |
| Magnesium | 67mg | 53mg | 3% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 9.84g | 10.839g | 2% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.167mg | 0.141mg | 2% |
| Protein | 7g | 6.2g | 2% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.197mg | 0.19mg | 1% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.402mg | 0.328mg | 1% |
| Zinc | 1.09mg | 0.97mg | 1% |
| Carbs | 52.9g | 50.2g | 1% |
| Net carbs | 48.1g | 50.2g | N/A |
| Sugar | 0.22g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.108mg | 0.078mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.253mg | 0.228mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.283mg | 0.265mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.419mg | 0.447mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.424mg | 0.283mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.11mg | 0.132mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.31mg | 0.298mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.392mg | 0.323mg | 0% |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0g | 0.001g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0g | 0.006g | 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
56%
18%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
53%
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Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Potato chips is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 73mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Potato chips contains less Sodium (difference - 335mg)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Potato chips is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Chocolate brownie is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.22g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Chocolate brownie is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 3.641g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Chocolate brownie is lower in glycemic index (difference - 14)
Which food is cheaper?
Chocolate brownie is cheaper (difference - $2)
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.