Quick answer: Most bank-issued metal credit cards weigh about 13 to 18 grams, compared with about 5 grams for a plastic card. A few ultra-premium cards go much higher, up to around 27 grams for the J.P. Morgan Reserve card. Weight is part of what makes a metal card feel premium, and it is one of the reasons people upgrade. Here are the weights, why they differ, and how to get that heavy, solid feel on the card you already use.
How much does a metal credit card weigh?
These are approximate weights reported by card review sites in 2026. Issuers rarely publish exact figures, and weights can vary by design and by when the card was made.
| Card | Approximate weight |
|---|---|
| Standard plastic card | About 5 g |
| Amex Gold | About 13 g |
| Chase Sapphire Preferred | About 13 g |
| Chase Sapphire Reserve (newer design) | About 16 g |
| Capital One Venture X | About 17 g |
| Amex Platinum | About 17 to 18 g |
| Bilt Palladium | About 21 g |
| Mastercard Black Card | About 22 g |
| J.P. Morgan Reserve (invitation only) | About 27 g |
| Robinhood limited-edition gold card | About 36 g |
In short, a typical premium metal card weighs roughly three times as much as plastic, and the heaviest cards weigh more than seven times as much.
Why do metal cards weigh different amounts?
- The metal. Stainless steel, titanium, palladium and gold are all different weights for the same size.
- The thickness. A slightly thicker card is heavier.
- The build. Some metal cards are hybrids with a metal front and a plastic back. Others are metal on both sides. Hybrids are lighter, and the plastic lets them support tap to pay.
Does a heavier card work better?
No. Weight is about feel and image. It does not change how a card pays, how secure it is or what perks it carries. A heavier card is not a better payment card. It simply feels more premium in the hand, and that feel is what most people are paying for.
How to get that weight on the card you already use
Bank-issued metal cards usually come with a premium account attached. A custom metal card works differently. A Solaris metal card is made of solid stainless steel with real weight. You move the chip from your current plastic card into it, so your bank account, PIN and limits stay the same. We do not publish a gram figure for our designs here, but the cards are solid stainless steel, not plastic dipped in colour.
- Solid stainless steel with precision laser engraving.
- Standard card size, so it fits any wallet or cardholder.
- Your choice of design. Browse the pre-made designs or make your own with Customize Your Own.
- A free design proof before production.
- Discreet, tracked worldwide shipping. To the USA and EU, standard shipping takes about 9 to 10 days and express about 5 to 6 days, with priority production and engraving.
Full metal or tap to pay: what is the trade-off?
A full-metal card has the most weight, but metal blocks the tap signal, so it works with chip and PIN only. If you want to tap, choose a contactless build with a metal front and a plastic back. It is not solid metal on both sides, so it feels a little different. Read How Contactless Metal Cards Work to see which suits you.
How do I turn my card into a metal card?
Our cards ship without a chip. You move the chip from your existing bank card across, following our free chip installation tutorial. We never ask for or accept your card. A metal card is a style upgrade and does not add bank perks. See how a custom metal card differs from a bank-issued one and whether metal cards are worth it.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a metal credit card weigh?
Most bank-issued metal cards weigh about 13 to 18 grams. A standard plastic card weighs about 5 grams.
Which is the heaviest metal credit card?
Among the cards reported, a limited-edition gold card weighs about 36 grams, and the invitation-only J.P. Morgan Reserve weighs about 27 grams. Most cards you can apply for are lighter.
Is a metal card heavier than a plastic card?
Yes. A typical premium metal card is around three times as heavy as plastic.
Does a heavier card work better?
No. Weight affects feel only. It does not change how the card pays, how secure it is or what perks it has.
Can I get a heavy metal card without a premium bank card?
Yes. A custom metal card holds your own bank chip, so you keep your current card and account. It does not add perks. It adds the solid stainless steel feel.
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Weights are approximate and based on figures reported by card review sites in 2026. Card names belong to their respective owners. Solaris Metal Cards designs are inspired by well-known card styles and are not affiliated with, or endorsed by, any bank or card network.
