French Fries vs Hamburger

Complete nutrition comparison per 100g serving

Which is Healthier?

French Fries is generally healthier

French Fries comes out ahead in this comparison, winning in 3 out of 5 key nutritional categories. It has more fiber (4.2g vs 0g), less sugar (0.3g vs 3g), less sodium (246mg vs 404mg)making it the better choice for most health goals.

Quick Summary

Fewer Calories

Hamburger

215 kcal

More Protein

Hamburger

17g

More Fiber

French Fries

4.2g

Less Sugar

French Fries

0.3g

Visual Comparison

Caloriesper 100g
French Fries
365
Hamburger
215
Proteinper 100g
French Fries
3.4g
Hamburger
17g
Carbohydratesper 100g
French Fries
48g
Hamburger
16g
Fatper 100g
French Fries
17g
Hamburger
9g

Side-by-Side Nutrition Table

NutrientFrench FriesHamburgerDifference
Calories365kcal215kcal+150.0kcal
Protein3.4g17g-13.6g
Carbohydrates48g16g+32.0g
Fat17g9g+8.0g
Fiber4.2g0g+4.2g
Sugar0.3g3g-2.7g
Sodium246mg404mg-158.0mg

Serving Size Comparison

All values above are per 100g. Here's how they compare in common serving sizes:

French Fries

Per 100g:365 calories
Per cup (150g):548 calories
Per serving (85g):310 calories

Hamburger

Per 100g:215 calories
Per cup (150g):323 calories
Per serving (85g):183 calories

Diet Compatibility

French Fries

No specific diet tags

Hamburger

High-Protein

When to Choose French Fries

  • More fiber (4.2g vs 0g)
  • Less sugar (0.3g vs 3g)
  • Lower sodium (246mg vs 404mg)

Common Uses

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When to Choose Hamburger

  • Lower in calories (215 vs 365)
  • Higher in protein (17g vs 3.4g)
  • Lower in carbs (16g vs 48g)

Common Uses

Quick mealsDining outSocial eatingConvenience
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