Tortilla chips vs. Potato chips — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the differences between Tortilla chips and Potato chips?
- Tortilla chips are higher in Vitamin B12, yet Potato chips is higher in Vitamin E, Vitamin B6, Vitamin C, Potassium, Copper, Vitamin B3, and Vitamin B2.
- Potato chips's daily need coverage for Saturated Fat is 41% more.
- The amount of Sodium in Potato chips is lower.
We used Snacks, tortilla chips, plain, white corn, salted and Snacks, potato chips, plain, unsalted types in this article.
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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 | +25.4% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +341.7% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +26.6% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +36.4% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +600.5% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +215.5% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -97.6% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +13.4% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +84.1% |
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 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +158.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +19.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +181.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +356.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +35.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +268.7% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +275% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +93.3% |
~equal in
Vitamin D
~0µg
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
7.1 g
Fats:
20.68 g
Carbs:
67.78 g
Water:
2.64 g
Other:
1.8 g
Protein:
7 g
Fats:
34.6 g
Carbs:
52.9 g
Water:
1.9 g
Other:
3.6 g
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +28.1% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +38.9% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +67.3% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +100% |
~equal in
Protein
~7g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
2.811 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
5.664 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
10.769 g
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
10.96 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
9.84 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
12.17 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -74.4% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +73.7% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +13% |
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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| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 472kcal | 536kcal |
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| Protein | 7.1g | 7g |
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| Fats | 20.68g | 34.6g |
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| Vitamin C | 0mg | 31.1mg |
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| Net carbs | 62.38g | 48.1g |
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| Carbs | 67.78g | 52.9g |
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| Magnesium | 84mg | 67mg |
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| Calcium | 106mg | 24mg |
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| Potassium | 182mg | 1275mg |
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| Iron | 1.52mg | 1.63mg |
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| Sugar | 0.78g | 0.22g |
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| Fiber | 5.4g | 4.8g |
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| Copper | 0.097mg | 0.306mg |
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| Zinc | 1.38mg | 1.09mg |
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| Starch | 62.53g |
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| Phosphorus | 225mg | 165mg |
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| Sodium | 328mg | 8mg |
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| Vitamin A | 4IU | 0IU |
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| Vitamin E | 3.53mg | 9.11mg |
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| Manganese | 0.388mg | 0.44mg |
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| Selenium | 4.4µg | 8.1µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.14mg | 0.167mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.07mg | 0.197mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 0.838mg | 3.827mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.297mg | 0.402mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.179mg | 0.66mg |
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| Vitamin B12 | 0.36µg | 0µg |
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| Vitamin K | 20.9µg | 22.1µg |
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| Folate | 12µg | 45µg |
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| Trans Fat | 0.812g |
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| Choline | 19.4mg | 37.5mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 2.811g | 10.96g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 5.664g | 9.84g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 10.769g | 12.17g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.108mg |
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| Threonine | 0.253mg |
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| Isoleucine | 0.283mg |
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| Leucine | 0.419mg |
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| Lysine | 0.424mg |
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| Methionine | 0.11mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 0.31mg |
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| Valine | 0.392mg |
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| Histidine | 153mg |
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| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.23g |
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| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.004g |
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| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 9.695g |
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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
24%
56%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
45%
53%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Tortilla chips is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 8.149g)
Which food is cheaper?
Tortilla chips is cheaper (difference - $2)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Potato chips is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.56g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Potato chips contains less Sodium (difference - 320mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Potato chips is lower in glycemic index (difference - 28)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Potato chips is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)
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.