Intel Corporation (INTC)vsOnto Innovation Inc (ONTO)
INTC
Intel Corporation
$94.48
-0.28%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $474.86B
ONTO
Onto Innovation Inc
$292.91
-0.73%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $14.14B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Intel Corporation generates 5248% more annual revenue ($53.76B vs $1.01B). ONTO leads profitability with a 13.6% profit margin vs -5.9%. INTC appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.50. ONTO earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 46/100 (D+).
INTC
Hold37
out of 100
Grade: F
ONTO
Hold46
out of 100
Grade: D+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-30.5%
Fair Value
$34.96
Current Price
$94.48
$59.52 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for ONTO.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Growing faster than its price suggests
Strong operational efficiency at 20.9%
Areas to Watch
Distress zone — elevated risk
ROE of -2.9% — below average capital efficiency
Earnings declined 71.7%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
1.1% revenue growth
ROE of 6.8% — below average capital efficiency
Weak financial health signals
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : INTC
The strongest argument for INTC centers on Market Cap, PEG Ratio. PEG of 0.50 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : ONTO
The strongest argument for ONTO centers on Operating Margin. PEG of 1.36 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : INTC
The primary concerns for INTC are Altman Z-Score, Return on Equity, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : ONTO
The primary concerns for ONTO are Revenue Growth, Return on Equity, Piotroski F-Score. A P/E of 101.9x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
INTC profiles as a turnaround stock while ONTO is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
ONTO carries more volatility with a beta of 1.47 — expect wider price swings.
INTC is growing revenue faster at 7.2% — sustainability is the question.
ONTO generates stronger free cash flow (90M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
ONTO scores higher overall (46/100 vs 37/100). Both earn "Hold" 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.
Intel Corporation
TECHNOLOGY · SEMICONDUCTORS · USA
Intel Corporation is an American multinational corporation and technology company headquartered in Santa Clara, California, in Silicon Valley. It is the world's largest semiconductor chip manufacturer by revenue, and is the developer of the x86 series of microprocessors, the processors found in most personal computers (PCs).
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TECHNOLOGY · SEMICONDUCTOR EQUIPMENT & MATERIALS · USA
Onto Innovation Inc. is dedicated to the design, development, manufacture and support of process control tools that perform macrodefect inspection and metrology, lithography systems, and process control analytical software worldwide. The company is headquartered in Wilmington, Massachusetts.
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