Barclays Arrival Premier vs Capital One Venture X Rewards
Head-to-head comparison of every feature, fee, and perk
At a Glance
Annual Fee
$150 (waived first year)
vs
$395
Base Rewards
2x
vs
2x
Sign-Up Bonus
$750
vs
$750
Editor Score
7/10
vs
10/10
Detailed Comparison
| Category wins | 4/6 | 2/6 |
| Fees & APR | ||
| Annual Fee | $150 (waived first year)★ Lowest | $395✗ Highest |
| Purchase APR | 19.99% – 27.99% | 19.99% – 29.99% |
| Intro APR (Purchases) | ||
| Intro APR (Balance Transfer) | ||
| Foreign Txn Fee | None★ Lowest | None |
| Balance Transfer Fee | 3% | None |
| Rewards | ||
| Rewards Type | Miles | Miles |
| Base Rewards Rate | 2x★ Highest | 2x |
| Bonus Categories | 10x Hotels & Cars (Capital One) · 5x Flights (Capital One) | |
| Sign-Up Bonus | $750 value★ Highest | $750 value |
| Eligibility | ||
| Credit Score | Good (670-749) | Excellent (750+) |
| Network | Visa | Visa |
| At a Glance | ||
| Best For | Simple travel rewards without tracking categories | Premium travelers seeking maximum value |
| Ratings | ||
| User Rating | 4.1 / 5✗ Lowest | 4.8 / 5★ Highest |
| Editor Score | 7 / 10✗ Lowest | 10 / 10★ Highest |
| Apply Now | Apply | Apply |
| Full Review | View details → | View details → |
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Our verdict: Too close to call
The Barclays Arrival Premier ($150/year) and the Capital One Venture X Rewards ($395/year) compete on different axes. The Barclays Arrival Premier uses a flat 2x base rate, while the Capital One Venture X Rewards leads with 10x on Hotels & Cars (Capital One). The Capital One Venture X Rewards costs $245 more per year, so you need at least $245 in incremental rewards to justify it over the Barclays Arrival Premier. At typical spend levels this breaks even somewhere between $7,350 and $14,700 in bonus-category purchases annually. Our model scores these cards effectively even (2-2). Pick the Barclays Arrival Premier if you prefer its base earning structure; pick the Capital One Venture X Rewards if you spend heavily on hotels & cars (capital one).
Too close to call — pick based on your primary spending category
Dimension-by-dimension
| Dimension | Barclays Arrival Premier | Capital One Venture X Rewards |
|---|---|---|
| Annual Fee | $150/year | $395/year |
| Base Reward Rate | 2x on everything | 2x on everything |
| Top Bonus Category | None | 10x on Hotels & Cars (Capital One) |
| Sign-Up Bonus | 75,000 miles after spending $3,000 in 3 months | 75,000 miles after spending $4,000 in 3 months |
| Lounge Access | No | Yes |
| Credit Score Required | good | excellent |
Green checkmark indicates the card that leans stronger on that dimension. Our scoring model evaluates these quantitatively — your specific needs may shift the answer.
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Common Questions
Which is better: Barclays Arrival Premier or Capital One Venture X Rewards?
It depends on your spending habits. The Barclays Arrival Premier has a $150 annual fee and earns 2x base rewards. The Capital One Venture X Rewards has a $395 annual fee and earns 2x base rewards. Compare their bonus categories above to see which aligns better with your spending.
What is the annual fee difference between Barclays Arrival Premier and Capital One Venture X Rewards?
The Barclays Arrival Premier has a $150 annual fee while the Capital One Venture X Rewards has a $395 annual fee. The Capital One Venture X Rewards costs $245 more per year, so it needs to deliver that much extra value in rewards and perks to justify the difference.
Can I have both the Barclays Arrival Premier and Capital One Venture X Rewards?
Yes, since these cards are from different issuers (Barclays and Capital One), you can hold both. Many people pair cards from different banks to maximize bonus category coverage across all their spending.