Chase Marriott Bonvoy Boundless vs Capital One Venture X
Side-by-side comparison across fees, rewards, welcome bonuses, and eligibility.
It's a true tie — neither dominates. Pick the one whose boost categories match where you actually spend.
Side-by-side
| Criterion | Chase Marriott Bonvoy Boundless | Capital One Venture X |
|---|---|---|
| Annual fee | $95 | · $395 |
| Joining fee | = None | = None |
| Top reward rate | · 6% (travel) | 10% (travel) |
| Base reward rate | = 2% | = 2% |
| Forex markup | = No FX fee | = No FX fee |
| Welcome bonus | = 3 free nights (each up to 50K Bonvoy points) after $3,000 spend in 3 months | = 75,000 miles after $4,000 spend in first 3 months |
| Fee waiver threshold | = No waiver | = No waiver |
| Min income | = — | = — |
| Min credit score | 700 | · 720 |
| Editorial rating | · 4.4/5 | 4.7/5 |
Benefits compared
Chase Marriott Bonvoy Boundless
- 6x Bonvoy points at Marriott
- 2x on everything else
- Free annual award night (35K points)
- Marriott Silver Elite status (15 elite night credits)
- No foreign transaction fees
Capital One Venture X
- 10x miles on hotels + rental cars via Capital One Travel
- 2x miles on every purchase
- $300 annual Capital One Travel credit
- 10,000 miles anniversary bonus (worth $100)
- Unlimited Priority Pass + Capital One Lounges access
- Up to $100 Global Entry/TSA PreCheck credit
FAQ
›Chase Marriott Bonvoy Boundless vs Capital One Venture X: which is better?
It's a true tie — pick the one whose boost categories match your spend. Chase Marriott Bonvoy Boundless wins on 2 criteria, Capital One Venture X on 2.
›Can I get both?
Yes — if your credit profile supports it, holding both is the optimal play. Use Chase Marriott Bonvoy Boundless for its best categories, Capital One Venture X for its best categories. Just watch the combined annual fees against your spend.
›Which one has the better welcome bonus?
Chase Marriott Bonvoy Boundless: 3 free nights (each up to 50K Bonvoy points) after $3,000 spend in 3 months. Capital One Venture X: 75,000 miles after $4,000 spend in first 3 months.