C4 Performance Energy has more caffeine than Mtn Dew Rise Energy: 200mg vs 180mg in the same 16 oz can. That is a 20mg gap, and since the cans match, the per-serving number is the whole story.
Mtn Dew Rise Energy vs C4 Performance Energy: the numbers
| Mtn Dew Rise Energy | C4 Performance Energy | |
|---|---|---|
| Caffeine per serving | 180mg per 16 oz can | 200mg per 16 oz can |
| Caffeine per fl oz | 11.2mg | 12.5mg |
| Servings to reach 400mg (FDA context) | 2.2 | 2.0 |
Sources: Mtn Dew Rise Energy's figure is verified in our Mtn Dew Rise Energy caffeine guide against PepsiCo product facts (source); C4 Performance Energy's figure is verified in our C4 Performance Energy guide against Caffeine Informer (source).
Which one should you pick?
Pick Mtn Dew Rise 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
- Mtn Dew Rise 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 Mtn Dew Rise Energy or C4 Performance Energy have more caffeine? C4 Performance Energy: 200mg per 16 oz can versus 180mg per 16 oz can for Mtn Dew Rise Energy.
Which is stronger per ounce? C4 Performance Energy, at about 12.5mg per fluid ounce versus 11.2mg for Mtn Dew Rise Energy.
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