Oven vs Sous Vide: Cooking Time Comparison
Side-by-side cooking times for 14 foods. See which method is faster for each food.
By the CookTimeGuide Editorial TeamKitchen-tested Jan 2026
Foods Compared
14
Oven Faster
14
Sous Vide Faster
0
| Food | Oven Temp ? | Oven Time | Sous Vide Temp ? | Sous Vide Time | ← Oven fasterSous Vide faster → |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Asparagus | 400°F | 10-15 min | 180°F | 15-30 min | ← 10 min slower |
| Baby Back Ribs | 275°F | 180-240 min | 165°F | 720-1440 min | ← 870 min slower |
| Beef Tenderloin | 425°F | 25-40 min | 129°F | 120-240 min | ← 147 min slower |
| Carrots | 425°F | 18-25 min | 183°F | 60-75 min | ← 46 min slower |
| Chicken Breast | 400°F | 18-25 min | 145°F | 90-240 min | ← 143 min slower |
| Chicken Thighs | 400°F | 25-35 min | 165°F | 60-480 min | ← 240 min slower |
| Corn on the Cob | 400°F | 25-30 min | 183°F | 30-45 min | ← 10 min slower |
| Duck Breast | 400°F | 6-10 min | 135°F | 90-240 min | ← 157 min slower |
| Lamb Chops | 400°F | 8-15 min | 135°F | 60-240 min | ← 138 min slower |
| Pork Chops | 400°F | 15-25 min | 140°F | 60-240 min | ← 130 min slower |
| Pork Tenderloin | 425°F | 18-25 min | 140°F | 60-240 min | ← 128 min slower |
| Ribeye Steak | 250°F | 25-40 min | 129°F | 90-240 min | ← 132 min slower |
| Salmon Fillet | 400°F | 12-18 min | 122°F | 30-60 min | ← 30 min slower |
| Shrimp | 400°F | 6-10 min | 135°F | 25-45 min | ← 27 min slower |
Times shown are for the default recommended temperature for each method. Actual times may vary based on cut thickness, starting temperature, and equipment.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Oven faster than Sous Vide?
Oven is faster for 14 out of 14 foods in this comparison. Sous Vide is faster for 0 foods.
Should I use Oven or Sous Vide?
Both methods produce great results. Oven and Sous Vide each excel with different foods. Use the comparison table above to see which method is faster and at what temperature for your specific food.
How many foods can be cooked with both Oven and Sous Vide?
14 foods on CookTimeGuide have cooking times for both Oven and Sous Vide. See the full comparison table above.