Apple Inc. (AAPL)vsSilicon Motion Technology (SIMO)
AAPL
Apple Inc.
$332.27
+1.75%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $4.85T
SIMO
Silicon Motion Technology
$284.48
+7.25%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $9.42B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Apple Inc. generates 35439% more annual revenue ($466.82B vs $1.31B). AAPL leads profitability with a 27.6% profit margin vs 22.1%. SIMO appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.70. SIMO earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 78/100 (B+).
AAPL
Strong Buy67
out of 100
Grade: B-
SIMO
Strong Buy78
out of 100
Grade: B+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for AAPL.
Margin of Safety
-23.9%
Fair Value
$112.96
Current Price
$284.48
$171.52 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 120 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 32.6%
Generating 31.9B in free cash flow
Keeps 28 of every $100 in revenue as profit
16.4% revenue growth
Revenue surging 127.0% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 734.0% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Keeps 22 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Growing faster than its price suggests
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 45.1x book value
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 9.2x book value
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : AAPL
The strongest argument for AAPL centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 27.6% and operating margin at 32.6%. Revenue growth of 16.4% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : SIMO
The strongest argument for SIMO centers on Revenue Growth, EPS Growth, Debt/Equity. Profitability is solid with margins at 22.1% and operating margin at 22.4%. Revenue growth of 127.0% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : AAPL
The primary concerns for AAPL are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
Bear Case : SIMO
The primary concerns for SIMO are P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Free Cash Flow.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
SIMO carries more volatility with a beta of 1.70 — expect wider price swings.
SIMO is growing revenue faster at 127.0% — sustainability is the question.
AAPL generates stronger free cash flow (31.9B), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
SIMO scores higher overall (78/100 vs 67/100), backed by strong 22.1% margins and 127.0% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Strong Buy" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Apple Inc.
TECHNOLOGY · CONSUMER ELECTRONICS · USA
Apple Inc. is an American multinational technology company that specializes in consumer electronics, computer software, and online services. Apple is the world's largest technology company by revenue (totalling $274.5 billion in 2020) and, since January 2021, the world's most valuable company. As of 2021, Apple is the world's fourth-largest PC vendor by unit sales, and fourth-largest smartphone manufacturer. It is one of the Big Five American information technology companies, along with Amazon, Google, Microsoft, and Facebook.
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TECHNOLOGY · SEMICONDUCTORS · USA
Silicon Motion Technology Corporation designs, develops and markets NAND flash controllers for solid state storage devices. The company is headquartered in Kowloon, Hong Kong.
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