Steak vs. Beef — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between steak and beef
- Steak is richer in zinc and selenium, yet beef is richer in vitamin B12, phosphorus, vitamin B6, iron, and vitamin B2.
- Daily need coverage for vitamin B12 for beef is 84% higher.
- Steak contains 3 times more saturated fat than beef. Steak contains 8.443g of saturated fat, while beef contains 2.595g.
Food types used in this article are Beef, rib eye steak, boneless, lip off, separable lean and fat, trimmed to 0" fat, all grades, cooked, grilled and Beef, loin, tenderloin roast, separable lean only, boneless, trimmed to 0" fat, select, cooked, roasted.
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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 | +64.3% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +71.4% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +25.2% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +26.2% |
| Contains more IronIron | +26.7% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +14.1% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +58.9% |
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 AVitamin A | +250% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +32.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +11.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +33.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +91.4% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +16.7% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more FatsFats | +190.8% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +170% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +10.9% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +18.2% |
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Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +235.4% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +68.4% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -69.3% |
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 Glycemic Index | Equal | ||
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin B12 | 2.2µg | 4.21µg | 84% |
| Saturated fat | 8.443g | 2.595g | 27% |
| Zinc | 6.34mg | 3.7mg | 24% |
| Fats | 19.02g | 6.54g | 19% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 9.171g | 2.734g | 16% |
| Choline | 75.6mg | 14% | |
| Phosphorus | 163mg | 259mg | 14% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.5mg | 0.669mg | 13% |
| Selenium | 31.8µg | 25.4µg | 12% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.481mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 2.4mg | 3.04mg | 8% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.301mg | 0.4mg | 8% |
| Protein | 24.85g | 27.55g | 5% |
| Calories | 271kcal | 169kcal | 5% |
| Vitamin B3 | 5.149mg | 5.76mg | 4% |
| Vitamin E | 0.25mg | 2% | |
| Cholesterol | 78mg | 85mg | 2% |
| Magnesium | 23mg | 14mg | 2% |
| Potassium | 279mg | 352mg | 2% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.896g | 0.532g | 2% |
| Copper | 0.085mg | 0.097mg | 1% |
| Vitamin A | 7µg | 2µg | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 6IU | 3IU | 0% |
| Calcium | 12mg | 13mg | 0% |
| Sodium | 58mg | 54mg | 0% |
| Vitamin D | 0.1µg | 0.1µg | 0% |
| Manganese | 0.009mg | 0% | |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.074mg | 0.074mg | 0% |
| Vitamin K | 1.6µg | 1.6µg | 0% |
| Folate | 6µg | 7µg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0.375g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.278mg | 0.359mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 1.171mg | 1.534mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 1.157mg | 1.52mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 2.142mg | 2.833mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 2.38mg | 3.178mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.672mg | 0.871mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.997mg | 1.299mg | 0% |
| Valine | 1.242mg | 1.603mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.931mg | 1.244mg | 0% |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.001g | 0.002g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.001g | 0.002g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.013g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.013g | 0.011g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.017g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.002g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 0.349g | N/A |
Which food is preferable for your diet?
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| Low Carbs diet | Equal | |
| Low Glycemic Index diet | Equal | |
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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
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Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
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Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Steak is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 7mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Beef contains less Sodium (difference - 4mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Beef is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 5.848g)
Which food is cheaper?
Beef is cheaper (difference - $2.4)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Beef is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Sugar?
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The foods are relatively equal in Sugar (0 g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
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The foods have equal glycemic indexes (0)
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.