Rib eye steak vs. Cheeseburger — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between rib eye steak and cheeseburgers?
- Rib eye steak is richer in vitamin B12, zinc, vitamin B6, and selenium, while cheeseburgers are higher in vitamin B1, folate, and calcium.
- Rib eye steak's daily need coverage for vitamin B12 is 56% higher.
- Cheeseburgers have 2 times less zinc than rib eye steak. Rib eye steak has 5.91mg of zinc, while cheeseburgers have 2.49mg.
- Cheeseburgers are lower in cholesterol.
- Cheeseburgers have a higher glycemic index (66) than rib eye steak (0).
We used Beef, rib eye steak, boneless, lip-on, separable lean and fat, trimmed to 1/8" fat, all grades, cooked, grilled and Fast foods, cheeseburger; single, regular patty; plain types in this comparison.
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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 PotassiumPotassium | +32.7% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +137.3% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -89.5% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +51.5% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +18.2% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +981.8% |
| Contains more IronIron | +21% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +38.8% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +295% |
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 DVitamin D | +100% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +109.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +176.3% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +68.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +525% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +420% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +312.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +26.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +162.5% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +1066.7% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
23.69 g
Fats:
21.81 g
Carbs:
0 g
Water:
54.49 g
Other:
0.01 g
Protein:
16.51 g
Fats:
14.72 g
Carbs:
28.03 g
Water:
38.63 g
Other:
2.11 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +43.5% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +48.2% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +41.1% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +∞% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +21000% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
9.684 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
10.519 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.027 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
6.473 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
5.413 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.658 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +94.3% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -33.2% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +61.4% |
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 B12 | 2.1µg | 0.76µg | 56% |
| Zinc | 5.91mg | 2.49mg | 31% |
| Sodium | 54mg | 515mg | 20% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.071mg | 0.293mg | 19% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.477mg | 0.228mg | 19% |
| Selenium | 29.7µg | 19.6µg | 18% |
| Folate | 6µg | 70µg | 16% |
| Saturated fat | 9.684g | 6.473g | 15% |
| Protein | 23.69g | 16.51g | 14% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 10.519g | 5.413g | 13% |
| Cholesterol | 80mg | 43mg | 12% |
| Calcium | 11mg | 119mg | 11% |
| Fats | 21.81g | 14.72g | 11% |
| Manganese | 0.08mg | 0.316mg | 10% |
| Carbs | 0g | 28.03g | 9% |
| Starch | 19.87g | 8% | |
| Fiber | 0g | 2g | 8% |
| Iron | 2.24mg | 2.71mg | 6% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.287mg | 0.363mg | 6% |
| Vitamin A | 8µg | 50µg | 5% |
| Choline | 48.8mg | 28.9mg | 4% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 1.027g | 1.658g | 4% |
| Copper | 0.08mg | 0.111mg | 3% |
| Vitamin E | 0.1mg | 0.52mg | 3% |
| Potassium | 260mg | 196mg | 2% |
| Fructose | 1.94g | 2% | |
| Vitamin B3 | 4.908mg | 5.217mg | 2% |
| Vitamin K | 1.6µg | 4.2µg | 2% |
| Calories | 291kcal | 308kcal | 1% |
| Phosphorus | 152mg | 161mg | 1% |
| Magnesium | 22mg | 26mg | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 7IU | 2IU | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 0.2µg | 0.1µg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 0g | 26.03g | N/A |
| Sugar | 0g | 4.88g | N/A |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.536mg | 0.545mg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 1.478g | 0.57g | N/A |
| Tryptophan | 0.265mg | 0.155mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 1.116mg | 0.571mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 1.103mg | 0.755mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 2.041mg | 1.316mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 2.269mg | 0.784mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.641mg | 0.377mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.95mg | 0.755mg | 0% |
| Valine | 1.184mg | 0.881mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.888mg | 0.445mg | 0% |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.001g | 0.005g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.001g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.038g | 0.125g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.014g | 0.01g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0.001g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.005g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.024g | 0.015g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.005g | 0.004g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 0.7g | 1.322g | 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
48%
42%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
56%
56%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Rib eye steak is lower in Sugar (difference - 4.88g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Rib eye steak contains less Sodium (difference - 461mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Rib eye steak is lower in glycemic index (difference - 66)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Cheeseburger is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 37mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Cheeseburger is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 3.211g)
Which food is cheaper?
Cheeseburger is cheaper (difference - $2)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Cheeseburger is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Cheeseburger is relatively richer in vitamins