Potato Chips vs Popcorn
Complete nutrition comparison per 100g serving
Which is Healthier?
Popcorn is generally healthier
Popcorn comes out ahead in this comparison, winning in 4 out of 5 key nutritional categories. It has fewer calories (387 vs 536), more fiber (15g vs 5g), less sugar (1.1g vs 1.2g), less sodium (2mg vs 661mg)making it the better choice for most health goals.
Quick Summary
Fewer Calories
Popcorn
387 kcal
More Protein
Potato Chips
6g
More Fiber
Popcorn
15g
Less Sugar
Popcorn
1.1g
Visual Comparison
Caloriesper 100g
Potato Chips
536
Popcorn
387
Proteinper 100g
Potato Chips
6g
Popcorn
3.5g
Carbohydratesper 100g
Potato Chips
53g
Popcorn
77g
Fatper 100g
Potato Chips
33g
Popcorn
4.5g
Side-by-Side Nutrition Table
| Nutrient | Potato Chips | Popcorn | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calories | 536kcal | 387kcal✓ | +149.0kcal |
| Protein | 6g✓ | 3.5g | +2.5g |
| Carbohydrates | 53g✓ | 77g | -24.0g |
| Fat | 33g | 4.5g✓ | +28.5g |
| Fiber | 5g | 15g✓ | -10.0g |
| Sugar | 1.2g | 1.1g✓ | +0.1g |
| Sodium | 661mg | 2mg✓ | +659.0mg |
Serving Size Comparison
All values above are per 100g. Here's how they compare in common serving sizes:
Potato Chips
Per 100g:536 calories
Per cup (150g):804 calories
Per serving (85g):456 calories
Popcorn
Per 100g:387 calories
Per cup (150g):581 calories
Per serving (85g):329 calories
Diet Compatibility
Potato Chips
VeganVegetarian
Popcorn
VeganVegetarianLow-Sodium
When to Choose Potato Chips
- ✓Higher in protein (6g vs 3.5g)
- ✓Lower in carbs (53g vs 77g)
Common Uses
Between mealsMovie nightsPartiesTravel food
When to Choose Popcorn
- ✓Lower in calories (387 vs 536)
- ✓More fiber (15g vs 5g)
- ✓Less sugar (1.1g vs 1.2g)
- ✓Lower sodium (2mg vs 661mg)
Common Uses
Between mealsMovie nightsPartiesTravel food