Corsair Gaming Inc (CRSR)vsMicrosoft Corporation (MSFT)
CRSR
Corsair Gaming Inc
$9.01
-9.17%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $1.06B
MSFT
Microsoft Corporation
$416.67
+0.10%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $3.28T
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Microsoft Corporation generates 21741% more annual revenue ($318.27B vs $1.46B). MSFT leads profitability with a 39.3% profit margin vs 0.5%. MSFT trades at a lower P/E of 26.3x. MSFT earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 72/100 (B).
CRSR
Hold48
out of 100
Grade: D+
MSFT
Strong Buy72
out of 100
Grade: B
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+45.2%
Fair Value
$9.05
Current Price
$9.01
$0.04 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for MSFT.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 1668.0% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 30 in profit
Keeps 39 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 46.3%
Generating 15.8B in free cash flow
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Areas to Watch
Grey zone — moderate risk
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 0.8% — below average capital efficiency
0.5% margin — thin
Moderate valuation
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CRSR
The strongest argument for CRSR centers on Price/Book, EPS Growth, Debt/Equity.
Bull Case : MSFT
The strongest argument for MSFT centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 39.3% and operating margin at 46.3%. Revenue growth of 18.3% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : CRSR
The primary concerns for CRSR are Altman Z-Score, Market Cap, Return on Equity. A P/E of 110.2x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 0.5% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : MSFT
The primary concerns for MSFT are P/E Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CRSR profiles as a value stock while MSFT is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
CRSR carries more volatility with a beta of 1.82 — expect wider price swings.
MSFT is growing revenue faster at 18.3% — sustainability is the question.
MSFT generates stronger free cash flow (15.8B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
MSFT scores higher overall (72/100 vs 48/100), backed by strong 39.3% margins and 18.3% revenue growth. CRSR offers better value entry with a 45.2% margin of safety. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Hold" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Corsair Gaming Inc
TECHNOLOGY · COMPUTER HARDWARE · USA
Corsair Gaming, Inc. designs, markets and distributes gaming and broadcast peripherals, components and systems in the Americas, Europe, the Middle East and Asia Pacific.
Microsoft Corporation
TECHNOLOGY · SOFTWARE - INFRASTRUCTURE · USA
Microsoft Corporation is an American multinational technology company which produces computer software, consumer electronics, personal computers, and related services. Its best known software products are the Microsoft Windows line of operating systems, the Microsoft Office suite, and the Internet Explorer and Edge web browsers. Its flagship hardware products are the Xbox video game consoles and the Microsoft Surface lineup of touchscreen personal computers. Microsoft ranked No. 21 in the 2020 Fortune 500 rankings of the largest United States corporations by total revenue; it was the world's largest software maker by revenue as of 2016. It is considered one of the Big Five companies in the U.S. information technology industry, along with Google, Apple, Amazon, and Facebook.
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