Head to head

Delta SkyMiles Platinum American Express Card vs. American Express Green Card

Even split across the criteria below. Pick the one whose strengths match how you'll actually use it.

Delta SkyMiles Platinum American Express Card

Amex

American Express Green Card

Amex

At a glance

Delta SkyMiles Platinum American Express Card and American Express Green Card split the criteria evenly. Neither is the obvious all-rounder; the right pick depends on which dimensions matter to you.

Delta SkyMiles Platinum American Express Card wins on first-year math; American Express Green Card wins on annual fee.

Pick the Delta SkyMiles Platinum American Express Card if year-one math is your priority; take the American Express Green Card if you want a cheaper card to keep long-term.

Who wins what

1 vs 1 (1 tie)
  • First-year math Delta SkyMiles Platinum American Express Card

    Delta SkyMiles Platinum American Express Card wins on bonus value minus annual fee.

  • Annual fee American Express Green Card

    American Express Green Card is $200 cheaper to keep.

  • Earning ceiling Tie

    Same peak earning rate.

By the numbers

Annual fee
$350
$150
Welcome offer (typical value)
$1,080
$640
First-year net
+$730
+$490
Peak earning rate
Top categories
Airfare, Hotels Resorts, Dining
Dining Worldwide, Transit, Travel
Lounge access
No
No
Travel insurance
Yes
Yes
Elite status
Yes
No
Foreign transaction fee
None
None
Reward currency
Delta SkyMiles
American Express Membership Rewards

Welcome-offer dollar values use each program's typical-tier valuation from our signup bonus calculator. See the methodology page for sourcing details.