Potato chips vs. Chocolate cake — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
Compare
Important differences between potato chips and chocolate cake
- Potato chips have more vitamin B6, vitamin C, potassium, vitamin B3, fiber, and copper; however, chocolate cake is richer in choline.
- Potato chips' daily need coverage for vitamin B6 is 48% more.
- Potato chips contain 156 times more vitamin C than chocolate cake. Potato chips contain 31.1mg of vitamin C, while chocolate cake contains 0.2mg.
- Chocolate cake contains less saturated fat.
- Potato chips have a higher glycemic index. The glycemic index of potato chips is 56, while the glycemic index of chocolate cake is 41.
The food varieties used in the comparison are Snacks, potato chips, plain, unsalted and Cake, chocolate, prepared from recipe without frosting.
Infographic
Infographic link
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 | +109.4% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +810.7% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +47.8% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +58% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +55.7% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -97.5% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +57.1% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +150% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +46.9% |
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 | +15450% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +18.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +236.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +32.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +1509.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +66.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +242.4% |
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:
5.3 g
Fats:
15.1 g
Carbs:
53.4 g
Water:
24.4 g
Other:
1.8 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +32.1% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +129.1% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +100% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +1184.2% |
~equal in
Carbs
~53.4g
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
5.43 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
6.039 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
2.761 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +62.9% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +340.8% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -50.5% |
Comparison summary table
Pay attention to the rightmost column. It displays the amounts side by side, giving a clearer understanding of the difference.
 |
 |
||
| Lower in Cholesterol |
|
||
| Lower in Sodium |
|
||
| Rich in minerals |
|
||
| Rich in vitamins |
|
||
| Lower in Sugar |
|
||
| Lower in Saturated fat |
|
||
| Lower in Glycemic Index |
|
||
| Lower in price |
|
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
| Nutrient | |
|
DV% diff. |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 12.17g | 2.761g | 63% |
| Vitamin E | 9.11mg | 61% | |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.66mg | 0.041mg | 48% |
| Vitamin C | 31.1mg | 0.2mg | 34% |
| Potassium | 1275mg | 140mg | 33% |
| Fats | 34.6g | 15.1g | 30% |
| Saturated fat | 10.96g | 5.43g | 25% |
| Histidine | 153mg | 0.12mg | 22% |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 58mg | 19% |
| Vitamin K | 22.1µg | 18% | |
| Vitamin B3 | 3.827mg | 1.137mg | 17% |
| Choline | 37.5mg | 128.4mg | 17% |
| Fiber | 4.8g | 1.6g | 13% |
| Sodium | 8mg | 315mg | 13% |
| Copper | 0.306mg | 0.207mg | 11% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 9.84g | 6.039g | 10% |
| Magnesium | 67mg | 32mg | 8% |
| Phosphorus | 165mg | 106mg | 8% |
| Calories | 536kcal | 371kcal | 8% |
| Manganese | 0.44mg | 0.28mg | 7% |
| Selenium | 8.1µg | 11.9µg | 7% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 0.16µg | 7% |
| Folate | 45µg | 27µg | 5% |
| Calcium | 24mg | 60mg | 4% |
| Zinc | 1.09mg | 0.69mg | 4% |
| Protein | 7g | 5.3g | 3% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.402mg | 0.304mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.167mg | 0.141mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.197mg | 0.213mg | 1% |
| Carbs | 52.9g | 53.4g | 0% |
| Net carbs | 48.1g | 51.8g | N/A |
| Iron | 1.63mg | 1.61mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 0.22g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.108mg | 0.068mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.253mg | 0.202mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.283mg | 0.24mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.419mg | 0.407mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.424mg | 0.268mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.11mg | 0.116mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.31mg | 0.265mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.392mg | 0.283mg | 0% |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0g | 0.005g | N/A |
Which food is preferable for your diet?
is better in case of low diet
|
|
|
| Low Calories diet |
|
|
| Low Fats diet |
|
|
| Low Carbs diet |
|
|
| Low Glycemic Index diet |
|
People also compare
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%
19%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
53%
39%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Potato chips is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 58mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Potato chips contains less Sodium (difference - 307mg)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Potato chips is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Potato chips is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Chocolate cake is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.22g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Chocolate cake is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 5.53g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Chocolate cake is lower in glycemic index (difference - 15)
Which food is cheaper?
Chocolate cake is cheaper (difference - $2)