Potato chips vs. Prawn crackers (Shrimp chips) — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Differences between potato chips and prawn crackers (Shrimp chips)
- Potato chips are higher in vitamin E, vitamin C, vitamin B6, potassium, copper, and vitamin B2; however, prawn crackers (Shrimp chips) are richer in manganese and selenium.
- Prawn crackers (Shrimp chips)' daily need coverage for manganese is 74% higher.
- Prawn crackers (Shrimp chips) have less saturated fat.
- Potato chips have a lower glycemic index (56) than prawn crackers (Shrimp chips) (74).
The food types used in this comparison are Snacks, potato chips, plain, unsalted and Snacks, shrimp cracker.
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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 CalciumCalcium | +20% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +560.6% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +38.5% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -98.6% |
| Contains more IronIron | +17.2% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +26.6% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +15.8% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +386.4% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +308.6% |
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 EVitamin E | +177.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +116.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +45.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +25.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +205.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +72.7% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +95.7% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +113.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +58.1% |
| 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:
7.14 g
Fats:
17.86 g
Carbs:
59.09 g
Water:
13.6 g
Other:
2.31 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +93.7% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +55.8% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +11.7% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +615.8% |
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Protein
~7.14g
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
5.357 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
7.997 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
3.971 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +23% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +206.5% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -51.1% |
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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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Manganese | 0.44mg | 2.14mg | 74% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 12.17g | 3.971g | 55% |
| Selenium | 8.1µg | 33.1µg | 45% |
| Vitamin E | 9.11mg | 3.28mg | 39% |
| Vitamin C | 31.1mg | 0mg | 35% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.66mg | 0.216mg | 34% |
| Potassium | 1275mg | 193mg | 32% |
| Fats | 34.6g | 17.86g | 26% |
| Saturated fat | 10.96g | 5.357g | 25% |
| Sodium | 8mg | 571mg | 24% |
| Histidine | 153mg | 0.192mg | 22% |
| Starch | 30.36g | 12% | |
| Copper | 0.306mg | 0.221mg | 9% |
| Vitamin K | 22.1µg | 12.8µg | 8% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.197mg | 0.091mg | 8% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.167mg | 0.264mg | 8% |
| Vitamin B3 | 3.827mg | 2.631mg | 7% |
| Folate | 45µg | 23µg | 6% |
| Calories | 536kcal | 426kcal | 6% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 9.84g | 7.997g | 5% |
| Iron | 1.63mg | 1.91mg | 4% |
| Choline | 37.5mg | 17.6mg | 4% |
| Phosphorus | 165mg | 191mg | 4% |
| Fiber | 4.8g | 5.6g | 3% |
| Zinc | 1.09mg | 1.38mg | 3% |
| Carbs | 52.9g | 59.09g | 2% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.402mg | 0.321mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 0.02µg | 1% |
| Magnesium | 67mg | 72mg | 1% |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 2mg | 1% |
| Protein | 7g | 7.14g | 0% |
| Net carbs | 48.1g | 53.49g | N/A |
| Calcium | 24mg | 20mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 0.22g | 21.43g | N/A |
| Trans fat | 0.066g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.108mg | 0.094mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.253mg | 0.2mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.283mg | 0.242mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.419mg | 0.489mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.424mg | 0.208mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.11mg | 0.126mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.31mg | 0.367mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.392mg | 0.306mg | 0% |
| Fructose | 0.02g | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0g | 0.001g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0g | 0.001g | N/A |
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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%
26%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
53%
87%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Prawn crackers (Shrimp chips) is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 5.603g)
Which food is cheaper?
Prawn crackers (Shrimp chips) is cheaper (difference - $2)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Prawn crackers (Shrimp chips) is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Potato chips is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 2mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Potato chips is lower in Sugar (difference - 21.21g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Potato chips contains less Sodium (difference - 563mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Potato chips is lower in glycemic index (difference - 18)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Potato chips is relatively richer in vitamins