MATI Energy vs C4 Performance Energy: which has more caffeine?

C4 Performance Energy has more caffeine than MATI Energy on both counts: 200mg per 16 oz can against 110mg per 12 oz can, and about 12mg per fluid ounce against 9. The serving sizes differ, so the table below shows both ways of counting.

MATI Energy vs C4 Performance Energy: the numbers

Sources: MATI Energy's figure is verified in our MATI Energy caffeine guide against Caffeine Informer (source); C4 Performance Energy's figure is verified in our C4 Performance Energy guide against Caffeine Informer (source).

Which one should you pick?

Pick MATI Energy when you want the lighter dose or a slower ramp, and C4 Performance Energy when you actually need the bigger hit and know your tolerance. If you are stacking either with other caffeinated drinks through the day, run the math against the 400mg reference rather than guessing.

For context, the FDA cites 400mg of caffeine a day as an amount generally not associated with negative effects in healthy adults. Tolerance and health vary, so treat these numbers as information, not advice.

Related reading

• MATI Energy: the full caffeine guide
• C4 Performance Energy: the full caffeine guide
• The verified caffeine database
• Every drink compared: the comparisons index
• Compare any two of 120+ drinks

FAQ

Does MATI Energy or C4 Performance Energy have more caffeine? C4 Performance Energy: 200mg per 16 oz can versus 110mg per 12 oz can for MATI Energy.

Which is stronger per ounce? C4 Performance Energy, at about 12.5mg per fluid ounce versus 9.2mg for MATI Energy.