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Amex Gold vs Platinum Card Comparison

By Joseph E. PutnamMarch 30, 2026November 23, 2025Finance

Amex Gold Card

Amex Platinum Card

Rewards & Benefits

Points on Dining

4x points on restaurants, including takeout and delivery.

3x points on dining establishments.

Airline Bonuses

1x points on other purchases.

5x points on flights booked directly with airlines or on amextravel.com.

Annual Fees & Membership

Annual Fee

$250.

$695.

Membership Perks

Basic travel insurance and extended warranty.

Extensive travel perks including access to over 1,300 airport lounges worldwide.

Flexibility & Accessibility

Payment Flexibility

Pay over time with flexible payment options.

No pay over time feature.

Card Acceptance

Widely accepted.

Often preferred at high-end hotels and restaurants.

By Joseph E. Putnam

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