Superhuman Core Pre-Workout
vs C4 Original Pre Workout
Ingredient & Score Comparison
Last updated: Feb 2026
PwrRanks Verdict
Score Comparison
Objective scores based on ingredient dosing — 0 to 1 scale
Superhuman Core Pre-Workout's formula has 3g L-Citrulline and 500mg Taurine, which contribute to a higher pump score.
C4 Original Pre Workout's formula has 5mg Huperzine, which contributes to a higher focus score.
C4 Original Pre Workout delivers more performance per dollar than Superhuman Core Pre-Workout — based on how both products compare to the broader pre-workout market.
Ingredient Comparison
Superhuman Core vs C4 Original — dosing per serving
| Ingredient | Objective | Superhuman Core | C4 Original |
|---|---|---|---|
| Caffeine Yield | Energy | 158mg | 200mg |
| L-Citrulline | Pump | 3g | 1.2g |
| Taurine | Pump | 500mg | — |
| Sodium | Pump | 19mg | — |
| Huperzine | Focus | — | 5mg |
| Creatine Monohydrate | - | 2.5g | — |
| Beta-Alanine | - | 1.6g | 2g |
| L-Arginine HCI | - | — | 1.2g |
| Creatine Nitrate | - | — | 1g |
| PeptiPump | - | — | 100mg |
Who Should Buy Each
Matching products to training goals and stim tolerance
Choose Superhuman Core If…
- ✓You're looking for a pump-dominant formula
Choose C4 Original If…
- ✓You want sharp mental focus that lasts through the full session
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about these two pre-workouts
C4 Original Pre Workout has 200mg total caffeine per serving compared to 158mg in Superhuman Core Pre-Workout.
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How PwrRanks Scores Pre-Workouts
Our methodology
PwrRanks scores every pre-workout by analyzing its ingredient label algorithmically. We generate four objective scores — Energy, Pump, Focus, and Value — that reflect what's in the tub, not how the product is marketed. Value scores are calculated using live pricing data to reflect real cost-per-serving at time of comparison.