Calorie comparison
Ramen vs White Rice
Per 100 grams, ramen is the lighter choice by 42 calories, while ramen delivers more protein. The right pick depends on your goal — fewer calories for a cut, more protein to stay full.
Per 100 grams
| Per 100 g | Ramen | White Rice |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 88 | 130 |
| Protein | 4 g | 2.7 g |
| Carbs | 12 g | 28 g |
| Fat | 2.5 g | 0.3 g |
Orange highlights the "better for a calorie deficit" value (fewer calories, fat and carbs; more protein). Your goals decide what "better" means.
Per typical serving
🍜 Ramen
1 bowl (500 g)
440 cal
20 g protein · 60 g carbs · 12.5 g fat
🍚 White Rice
1 cup cooked (158 g)
205 cal
4.3 g protein · 44.2 g carbs · 0.5 g fat
Frequently asked
Which has more calories, ramen or white rice?
Per 100 g, ramen has 88 calories and white rice has 130. Ramen is lower in calories.
Which has more protein, ramen or white rice?
Ramen has 4 g of protein per 100 g; white rice has 2.7 g. Ramen wins on protein.
Is ramen or white rice better for weight loss?
For a calorie deficit, the lower-calorie, higher-protein option usually helps you stay full on fewer calories. Here that leans toward ramen — but portion size matters more than which food you pick.
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