Dell Technologies Inc (DELL)vsWestern Digital Corporation (WDC)
DELL
Dell Technologies Inc
$408.31
+3.98%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $269.78B
WDC
Western Digital Corporation
$347.35
+2.59%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $137.04B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Dell Technologies Inc generates 944% more annual revenue ($151.20B vs $14.48B). WDC leads profitability with a 69.2% profit margin vs 7.5%. DELL appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.43. WDC earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 79/100 (B+).
DELL
Strong Buy78
out of 100
Grade: B+
WDC
Strong Buy79
out of 100
Grade: B+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-55.0%
Fair Value
$273.72
Current Price
$408.31
$134.59 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for WDC.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Growing faster than its price suggests
Every $100 of equity generates 44 in profit
Revenue surging 57.7% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 272.9% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Every $100 of equity generates 106 in profit
Keeps 69 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 47.7%
Revenue surging 55.5% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 50.9% YoY
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Areas to Watch
7.5% margin — thin
Distress zone — elevated risk
Trading at 13.9x book value
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : DELL
The strongest argument for DELL centers on Market Cap, PEG Ratio, Return on Equity. Revenue growth of 57.7% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.43 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : WDC
The strongest argument for WDC centers on Return on Equity, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 69.2% and operating margin at 47.7%. Revenue growth of 55.5% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : DELL
The primary concerns for DELL are Profit Margin, Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : WDC
The primary concerns for WDC are Price/Book.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
DELL profiles as a hypergrowth stock while WDC is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
WDC carries more volatility with a beta of 2.17 — expect wider price swings.
DELL is growing revenue faster at 57.7% — sustainability is the question.
WDC generates stronger free cash flow (1.3B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
WDC scores higher overall (79/100 vs 78/100), backed by strong 69.2% margins and 55.5% 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.
Dell Technologies Inc
TECHNOLOGY · COMPUTER HARDWARE · USA
Dell Technologies Inc. designs, develops, manufactures, markets, sells and supports information technology solutions, products and services worldwide. The company is headquartered in Round Rock, Texas.
Visit Website →Western Digital Corporation
TECHNOLOGY · COMPUTER HARDWARE · USA
Western Digital Corporation (WDC, commonly known as Western Digital or WD) is an American computer hard disk drive manufacturer and data storage company, headquartered in San Jose, California. It designs, manufactures and sells data technology products, including storage devices, data center systems and cloud storage services.
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