Rates checked November 1, 2026
Marcus by Goldman Sachs vs Wells Fargo CD rates
Marcus by Goldman Sachs pays more on 5 of the 5 CD terms both banks offer. The biggest difference is on the 5-year CD, about $1,887 over the term on $10,000.
CD rate by term
| Term | Marcus by Goldman Sachs | Wells Fargo | Better |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6-month | 3.95% | 0.05% | Marcus by Goldman Sachs |
| 12-month | 4.40% | 1.50% | Marcus by Goldman Sachs |
| 2-year | 4.40% | 1.75% | Marcus by Goldman Sachs |
| 3-year | 4.40% | 1.01% | Marcus by Goldman Sachs |
| 5-year | 4.40% | 1.01% | Marcus by Goldman Sachs |
What $10,000 earns over the full term
| Term | Marcus by Goldman Sachs | Wells Fargo | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6-month | $196 | $2 | $194 |
| 12-month | $440 | $150 | $290 |
| 2-year | $899 | $353 | $546 |
| 3-year | $1,379 | $306 | $1,073 |
| 5-year | $2,402 | $515 | $1,887 |
Interest if you leave the money in until the term ends, compounding at the quoted APY, before taxes. It ignores minimum deposits and early withdrawal penalties.
Questions
Does Marcus by Goldman Sachs or Wells Fargo pay more on CDs?
Marcus by Goldman Sachs pays more on 5 of the 5 terms both banks offer, and Wells Fargo on 0. Compare each term below, because the better bank can change with the term.
Which bank has the better 12-month CD, Marcus by Goldman Sachs or Wells Fargo?
Marcus by Goldman Sachs does, at 4.40% APY against 1.50%. Over the year that is about $290 more on $10,000.
How much more would I earn with the higher-paying bank?
The biggest gap is on the 5-year CD: about $1,887 over the full term on $10,000.
Are both banks insured?
CDs at FDIC-insured banks and NCUA-insured credit unions are covered up to $250,000 per depositor, per bank, per ownership category. Check each bank's own page for its insurer, minimum deposit and early withdrawal penalty, which can differ.
General information only. Rates change often; confirm the rate, minimum deposit and early withdrawal penalty with each bank before you open a CD. SwitchWize is not a bank and does not give financial advice.