Head to head

Delta SkyMiles Platinum American Express Card vs. Capital One VentureOne Rewards Credit 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

Capital One VentureOne Rewards Credit Card

Capital One

At a glance

Delta SkyMiles Platinum American Express Card and Capital One VentureOne Rewards Credit 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 and travel insurance; Capital One VentureOne Rewards Credit Card wins on annual fee and earning ceiling.

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

Who wins what

2 vs 2
  • First-year math Delta SkyMiles Platinum American Express Card

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

  • Annual fee Capital One VentureOne Rewards Credit Card

    Capital One VentureOne Rewards Credit Card is $350 cheaper to keep.

  • Earning ceiling Capital One VentureOne Rewards Credit Card

    Capital One VentureOne Rewards Credit Card earns more on its best category (5× vs 3×).

  • Travel insurance Delta SkyMiles Platinum American Express Card

    Delta SkyMiles Platinum American Express Card carries built-in travel insurance.

By the numbers

Annual fee
$350
Free
Welcome offer (typical value)
$1,080
$300
First-year net
+$730
+$300
Peak earning rate
Top categories
Airfare, Hotels Resorts, Dining
Travel Portal, Capital One Entertainment
Lounge access
No
No
Travel insurance
Yes
No
Elite status
Yes
Yes
Foreign transaction fee
None
None
Reward currency
Delta SkyMiles
Capital One Miles

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