Chase Sapphire Preferred vs American Express Gold

A side-by-side look at Chase Sapphire Preferred and American Express Gold — annual fee, welcome bonus, rewards and who each is best for.

Chase Sapphire PreferredAmerican Express Gold
Sign-up bonus (est.)60,000 points (spend $4,000 in 3 months)60,000 MR points (spend $6,000 in 6 months)
Annual fee$95/yr$325/yr
Foreign transaction feeNoneNone
Suggested score670+670+
Reward highlights3x dining & delivery
2x travel (5x via Chase Travel)
Transfer points to 14+ airline & hotel partners
4x dining (up to cap)
4x U.S. supermarkets
Monthly dining & delivery credits
Who it's forBest for someone earning solid income who wants to graduate from cash back into flexible travel points without paying a premium annual fee.Best for heavy dining & grocery spenders — and new immigrants who can apply with foreign credit history.