Avocados, raw, all commercial varieties vs Bananas, raw
Original comparison by NutriVerdict
Bottom line: Avocados, raw, all commercial varieties is the more nutrient-dense of the two, scoring 66 of 100 to 45 for Bananas, raw.
Avocado is the more nutrient-dense choice, scoring 66 of 100 against banana's 45 of 100. Per 100g raw, avocado has far more fiber (6.7g vs 2.6g) and far less sugar (0.66g vs 12.2g), though it also carries almost double the calories (160 vs 89) thanks to its fat content (14.7g vs 0.33g). Sodium is low for both, with avocado slightly higher (7mg vs 1mg).
Choose avocado when you want more fiber and less sugar in a calorie-dense, high-fat food. Choose banana when you want a lower-calorie, low-fat option or need quick carbohydrate energy (22.8g carbs vs 8.53g). One honest note: banana's sugar content (12.2g) is much higher, worth watching if you are limiting added or natural sugars.
Head to head, per 100 g
| Metric | Avocados, raw | Bananas, raw |
|---|---|---|
| Nutrient Density Score | 66 | 45 |
| Calories | 160 kcal | 89 kcal |
| Protein | 2 g | 1.1 g |
| Carbohydrate | 8.5 g | 23 g |
| Dietary fiber | 6.7 g | 2.6 g |
| Sugars | 0.7 g | 12 g |
| Total fat | 15 g | 0.3 g |
| Saturated fat | 2.1 g | 0.1 g |
| Sodium | 7 mg | 1 mg |
| Potassium | 485 mg | 358 mg |
| Calcium | 12 mg | 5 mg |
| Iron | 0.6 mg | 0.3 mg |
| Magnesium | 29 mg | 27 mg |
| Vitamin C | 10 mg | 8.7 mg |
| Vitamin A | 7 ug | 3 ug |
| Vitamin E | 2.1 mg | 0.1 mg |
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0 mg |
Source: USDA FoodData Central · Public domain
Frequently asked questions
Is Avocados, raw, all commercial varieties healthier than Bananas, raw?
On our Nutrient Density Score, which measures beneficial nutrients per calorie, Avocados, raw, all commercial varieties scores higher, 66 of 100 to 45. Both can fit a balanced diet; the score reflects nutrients per calorie, not a whole-diet judgement.
Which has more protein, Avocados, raw, all commercial varieties or Bananas, raw?
Avocados, raw, all commercial varieties has more protein, 2 g per 100 g to 1.1 g.
Which has fewer calories?
Bananas, raw is lower in calories, 89 kcal per 100 g to 160 kcal.
Which has more fiber?
Avocados, raw, all commercial varieties has more dietary fiber, 6.7 g per 100 g to 2.6 g.