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Optimum Nutrition Gold Standard Pre-Workout vs JNX Sports Shadow-X

Fair comparison based on price per gram of protein, quality and more.

Verdict

Optimum Nutrition Gold Standard Pre-Workout is the better deal at $0.71/per serving vs $1.15/per serving (38% cheaper).

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Optimum Nutrition Gold Standard Pre-Workout
Optimum Nutrition Gold Standard Pre-Workout
Best value
Price
$21.24
Price/serving
$0.71
Servings
30
Per scoop
11g
Weight
330g
Clinical doses
2
Value score
2.8
Calories per shake
10 kcal
Type
Stimulant
Rating
⭐ 4.3 (0 reviews)
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JNX Sports Shadow-X
JNX Sports Shadow-X
Price
$34.39
Price/serving
$1.15
Servings
30
Per scoop
9g
Weight
270g
Clinical doses
2
Value score
1.7
Calories per shake
5 kcal
Type
Stimulant
Rating
⭐ 4.1 (0 reviews)
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Optimum Nutrition Gold Standard Pre-Workout

Optimum Nutrition Gold Standard Pre-Workout

Optimum Nutrition's pre-workout with 175mg caffeine, 3g creatine, and 1.5g citrulline. Mild but reliable — ideal for beginners who trust ON.

Pros

  • 175mg caffeine (mild, good for beginners)
  • 3g creatine monohydrate
  • ON quality and reputation
  • 30 servings

Cons

  • 1.5g citrulline (far below clinical dose)
  • 1.5g beta-alanine (below clinical dose)
  • Less powerful than competitors
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JNX Sports Shadow-X

JNX Sports Shadow-X

Thermogenic pre-workout from JNX Sports with 200mg caffeine, 2g citrulline, and 2g beta-alanine. Focus on energy and concentration.

Pros

  • 200mg caffeine
  • 2g beta-alanine
  • Thermogenic effect

Cons

  • 2g citrulline below clinical dose
  • No creatine
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