Beef Jerky
33.2gprotein / 100g410 cal · 7.0g fat · $$$ · Quality 0.9
Ready-to-Drink Protein Shake
30.0gprotein / 100g160 cal · 3.0g fat · $$$ · Quality 0.95
There's a meaningful protein-density gap here: Beef Jerky runs 33.2g per 100g against Ready-to-Drink Protein Shake's 30.0g, roughly 3.2g more per equal weight.
Quality flips the other way, though: Ready-to-Drink Protein Shake has the stronger amino acid profile (high biological value, typically whey/milk protein blend) versus Beef Jerky's high biological value, dehydrated complete animal protein.
Cost is roughly comparable between the two ($$$), so budget isn't the deciding factor here.
For anyone avoiding dairy specifically, Beef Jerky is the clear pick over Ready-to-Drink Protein Shake.
These two are closer than the comparison headline suggests. Either Beef Jerky or Ready-to-Drink Protein Shake works well in most contexts — let cost, prep time, and personal preference decide rather than the macros.
Full nutrition comparison
| Per 100g | Beef Jerky | Ready-to-Drink Protein Shake |
|---|---|---|
| Protein | 33.2g | 30.0g |
| Calories | 410 | 160 |
| Fat | 7.0g | 3.0g |
| Carbs | 11.2g | 6.0g |
| Fiber | 0.5g | 1.0g |
| Quality score | 0.9 | 0.95 |
| Relative cost | $$$ | $$$ |
| Prep time | 0 min | 0 min |
Frequently asked
Which has more protein, beef jerky or ready-to-drink protein shake?
Beef Jerky has 33.2g of protein per 100g compared to Ready-to-Drink Protein Shake's 30.0g.
Which is lower in calories?
Ready-to-Drink Protein Shake is lower in calories per 100g, at 160 vs the other's 410.