Masterclass states there are a few main differences between the two. The pork steak comes from the shoulder and is sold with and without a center bone. It is cheaper than a pork chop by up to half the cost per pound. It tends to have a stronger flavor than the chop since it has more dark meat in it. The pork chop comes from the loin of the pig and is also called center loin, sirloin or tenderloin. It also is sold with and without a bone. Although all pork is a low carb, keto form of protein, the pork chop is leaner, has less fat and is lower calorie than the pork steak.