Delta SkyMiles Blue American Express Card vs Capital One Venture X

Common questions

Which card has the bigger sign-up bonus, Delta SkyMiles Blue American Express Card or Capital One Venture X?

The Capital One Venture X has the bigger bonus, 75,000 miles, worth roughly $1,238, versus 10,000 Delta SkyMiles (~$110) on the Delta SkyMiles Blue American Express Card.

Is the Delta SkyMiles Blue American Express Card's $0 annual fee worth it compared to the Capital One Venture X?

The Delta SkyMiles Blue American Express Card has no annual fee, so the question is whether the Capital One Venture X's $395 fee is justified by its perks. If you'll use enough of the Capital One Venture X's benefits to clear $395 in value annually, it's worth it; otherwise stick with the Delta SkyMiles Blue American Express Card.

Can I have both the Delta SkyMiles Blue American Express Card and Capital One Venture X?

Yes, since they're from different issuers (American Express and Capital One) the application rules don't conflict. Many points enthusiasts hold both, they pair well when one earns flexible bank points and the other earns a different currency.

Should I get the Delta SkyMiles Blue American Express Card or the Capital One Venture X first?

Get the one whose sign-up bonus you can hit comfortably without overspending. Delta SkyMiles Blue American Express Card: $1,000 spend in 6 months. Capital One Venture X: $4,000 in 3 months. Pick the easier minimum spend if you're new to points; pick the larger bonus if you have planned big purchases coming up.