QYLD and QYLG are both covered call ETFs tracking the same benchmark, but with different approaches. QYLD offers ~11.5% yield with a focus on retired investor seeking maximum cash flow, accepting capital erosion, while QYLG provides ~6% yield targeting tech-oriented investor wanting nasdaq exposure with partial income overlay. Compare their scores, yields, and performance metrics to find the best fit for your portfolio.
Compare covered call ETFs with the same benchmark side by side
Global X Nasdaq 100 Covered Call ETF
5.2
Overall Score
Global X Nasdaq 100 Covered Call & Growth ETF
6.1
Overall Score
| Criteria | QYLD | QYLG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall Score | 5.2 6.1 | |
| Total Return (25%) | 2.0 7.2 | |
| Downside Protection (25%) | 8.3 4.1 | |
| Upside Participation (25%) | 5.0 8.0 | |
| Consistency (15%) | 4.8 4.9 | |
| Expense Ratio (5%) | 5.0 5.0 | |
| Liquidity (5%) | 7.9 5.9 |
Since Inception
3 Years
Pro only
1 Year
Pro only
3 Months
Pro only
| Metric | QYLD | QYLG |
|---|---|---|
| Expense Ratio | 0.600% | 0.600% |
| Inception Date | Dec 11, 2013 | Sep 24, 2020 |
| Issuer | Global X | Global X |
| Distribution Frequency | Monthly | Monthly |
| Maturity Rating | 5/5 stars | 4/5 stars |
The yield is real but capital erodes — use with full understanding of the trade-off
Investor Profile:
Retired investor seeking maximum cash flow, accepting capital erosion
Same logic as XYLG but on Nasdaq — better suited for growth-focused investors than income-focused ones
Investor Profile:
Tech-oriented investor wanting Nasdaq exposure with partial income overlay