Platinum (Goldman Sachs) rewards & benefits.

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Rewards by category

effective cash-back rate
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Dining
2%
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Groceries
2%
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Gas
2%
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Travel
10%
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Online shopping
2%
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Entertainment
2%
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Transit
2%
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Everything else
2%
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Annual fee
$695
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Welcome bonus
No current welcome bonus

Credits

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Uber
$200
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Airline
$200
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Saks
$100
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Global Entry
$100
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Entertainment
$240
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Equinox
$300
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CLEAR
$179
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Hotel
$200
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Wal-Mart+
$155

Perks

  • — about $50/yr
  • — about $26/yr
  • — about $32/yr
  • — about $300/yr

Is the Platinum (Goldman Sachs) worth it?

On a typical US spending profile, the Platinum (Goldman Sachs) projects to about $1,176 in annual rewards, or roughly $481 after its $695 annual fee. Your real number depends on where you actually spend — and on catching the credits and bonuses most people forget. WalletFlo tracks all of it automatically.

Common questions

What credit score do I need for the Platinum (Goldman Sachs)?

A good-to-excellent credit score is generally recommended. Approval also depends on income, existing accounts, and issuer rules.

Is the Platinum (Goldman Sachs)'s annual fee worth it?

It charges $695 a year. Its recurring credits alone are worth about $1,674 if you use them. Use the annual-fee calculator to check for your situation.

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