Compare Beef Cuts
Compare ribeye vs sirloin, flank vs ribeye, and other common cuts with one shared raw-reference table for calories, protein, fat, iron, zinc, and reference price context.
Baseline
The default view stays anchored to per 100 gram raw reference values so the comparison remains stable and easy to audit.
Serving view
Scale the same raw-reference values to your chosen gram amount without switching the page to a second cooked-data model.
Price context
Price stays visible as planning context, while the page keeps nutrition and price clearly separated.
Choose a cut from the shared raw-reference dataset.
Choose a cut from the shared raw-reference dataset.
Leave this blank for a cleaner two-cut comparison.
Presets make it faster to jump into common beef-by-cut searches without rebuilding the grid manually.
Nutrition values scale with the serving size. Price stays shown as a reference average price per pound.
Manual order follows the cut slots above.
Share uses an explicit link with cuts, display mode, serving size, and sort state while keeping the working URL clean during normal editing.
Two-cut difference summary
Sirloin Steak (Top Sirloin) compared with Ribeye Steak
Differences below use the current per 100g raw view.
Side-by-side table
Compare common beef cuts on one raw-reference grid
The table mirrors the current shared raw-reference dataset used by the cut pages. That dataset is maintained from USDA FoodData Central source records, so a shared cut update will flow through here as well.
| Metric | Ribeye Steak Steaks Choice per 100g raw • FDC 174030 | Sirloin Steak (Top Sirloin) Steaks Choice per 100g raw |
|---|---|---|
Calories Scaled from the raw shared baseline | 291 kcal | 183 kcal Lowest |
Protein Raw reference protein | 18.9 g | 27 g Highest |
Protein per 10 calories Higher means more protein relative to calories | 0.65 g | 1.48 g Highest |
Total fat Raw reference total fat | 23.8 g | 7.6 g Lowest |
Saturated fat Raw reference saturated fat | 9.9 g | 2.9 g |
Iron Raw reference iron | 1.70 mg | 1.80 mg |
Zinc Raw reference zinc | 4.10 mg | 5 mg |
Reference average price Reference average price only | $15.99/lb | $9.99/lb Lower ref price |
Well-marbled, tender, and flavorful steak from the rib section. Known for its rich taste and buttery texture due to intramuscular fat.
Price values are planning references only. Store, trim, region, and grade can move the shelf price.
Grilled, Pan-Seared, Broiled
Cooking methods stay secondary on this page. The primary comparison remains the shared raw baseline.
Rare, Medium Rare, Medium
Lean, flavorful steak with less marbling than premium cuts. Great balance of tenderness and beef flavor at a moderate price point.
Price values are planning references only. Store, trim, region, and grade can move the shelf price.
Grilled, Pan-Seared, Broiled
Cooking methods stay secondary on this page. The primary comparison remains the shared raw baseline.
Medium Rare, Medium
Data and methodology
How the comparison stays consistent
This page reads from the same shared cut dataset used by the cut pages across the site. That dataset is maintained from USDA FoodData Central raw-reference records so the comparison page does not introduce a second nutrition model.
The scaled-serving view multiplies the same raw-reference values by your selected gram amount. It is a display change, not a separate cooked-data mode.
Average price is shown as a planning reference per pound. It helps practical comparison, but it should not be treated like a fixed live market price for every store or region.
This round stays raw-only. It does not add cooked toggles, dedicated versus URLs, or chart-heavy visuals. The main goal is a clearer, more trustworthy side-by-side table tied to the shared site dataset.
Frequently asked
Common questions before comparing cuts
What does the comparison table measure?
The table compares shared per 100 gram raw reference values for calories, protein, fat, iron, zinc, and reference average price. It is built to help you scan common cuts side by side without switching between multiple pages.
Are these values per 100g raw?
Yes. The default view shows per 100 gram raw reference values. You can switch to a scaled serving view, but the baseline still stays tied to the same raw-reference dataset.
How do I compare ribeye vs sirloin or flank vs ribeye?
Choose any two cuts in the first two slots. The page will show a side-by-side table and a difference summary so you can compare calories, protein, fat, protein density, and reference price more quickly.
Why can store labels or butcher labels differ from this table?
Store labels can vary by trim, grade, cut naming, and in-house preparation. This page uses one shared raw-reference dataset so the comparison stays consistent across the site.
Is the price shown a fixed market price?
No. The price row is a planning reference only. Shelf price can move with region, store, trim, and grade, so treat it as context rather than a guaranteed live market quote.
Use the table to compare protein, fat, and calories quickly before opening a deeper cut-specific calculator.
Keep price context visible while remembering that trim, grade, store, and region can shift the shelf number.
The route stays one canonical comparison page rather than trying to create a separate search page for every cut pairing.
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