Advanced Micro Devices Inc (AMD)vsSeagate Technology PLC (STX)
AMD
Advanced Micro Devices Inc
$341.54
+4.02%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $556.85B
STX
Seagate Technology PLC
$771.01
+4.40%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $163.00B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Advanced Micro Devices Inc generates 215% more annual revenue ($34.64B vs $11.01B). STX leads profitability with a 21.6% profit margin vs 12.5%. STX appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.50. STX earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 76/100 (B+).
AMD
Buy63
out of 100
Grade: C+
STX
Strong Buy76
out of 100
Grade: B+
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Revenue surging 34.1% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 217.1% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Generating 2.4B in free cash flow
Growing faster than its price suggests
Strong operational efficiency at 35.7%
Revenue surging 44.1% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 108.3% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Keeps 22 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Areas to Watch
Trading at 8.8x book value
ROE of 7.1% — below average capital efficiency
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 367.1x book value
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : AMD
The strongest argument for AMD centers on Market Cap, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 34.1% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 1.07 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : STX
The strongest argument for STX centers on PEG Ratio, Operating Margin, Revenue Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 21.6% and operating margin at 35.7%. Revenue growth of 44.1% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : AMD
The primary concerns for AMD are Price/Book, Return on Equity, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 138.8x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : STX
The primary concerns for STX are P/E Ratio, Price/Book. A P/E of 69.0x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
AMD carries more volatility with a beta of 2.40 — expect wider price swings.
STX is growing revenue faster at 44.1% — sustainability is the question.
AMD generates stronger free cash flow (2.4B), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
STX scores higher overall (76/100 vs 63/100), backed by strong 21.6% margins and 44.1% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "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.
Advanced Micro Devices Inc
TECHNOLOGY · SEMICONDUCTORS · USA
Advanced Micro Devices, Inc. (AMD) is an American multinational semiconductor company based in Santa Clara, California, that develops computer processors and related technologies for business and consumer markets. AMD's main products include microprocessors, motherboard chipsets, embedded processors and graphics processors for servers, workstations, personal computers and embedded system applications.
Visit Website →Seagate Technology PLC
TECHNOLOGY · COMPUTER HARDWARE · USA
Seagate Technology Holdings plc, an Irish public limited company (commonly referred to as Seagate) is an American data storage company.
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