Intel Corporation (INTC)vsQualcomm Incorporated (QCOM)
INTC
Intel Corporation
$43.87
-5.00%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $219.14B
QCOM
Qualcomm Incorporated
$129.90
-1.05%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $138.74B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Intel Corporation generates 18% more annual revenue ($52.85B vs $44.87B). QCOM leads profitability with a 12.0% profit margin vs -51.0%. INTC appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.50. QCOM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 61/100 (C+).
INTC
Hold39
out of 100
Grade: F
QCOM
Buy61
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for INTC.
Margin of Safety
-285.1%
Fair Value
$33.73
Current Price
$129.90
$96.17 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Growing faster than its price suggests
Reasonable price relative to book value
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Large-cap with strong market position
Every $100 of equity generates 22 in profit
Growing faster than its price suggests
Strong operational efficiency at 27.5%
Generating 4.4B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Distress zone — elevated risk
ROE of 2.0% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 4.1%
Earnings declined 71.7%
Moderate valuation
Earnings declined 1.8%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : INTC
The strongest argument for INTC centers on Market Cap, PEG Ratio, Price/Book. PEG of 0.50 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : QCOM
The strongest argument for QCOM centers on Altman Z-Score, Market Cap, Return on Equity. PEG of 0.56 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : INTC
The primary concerns for INTC are Altman Z-Score, Return on Equity, Revenue Growth.
Bear Case : QCOM
The primary concerns for QCOM are P/E Ratio, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
INTC profiles as a turnaround stock while QCOM is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
INTC carries more volatility with a beta of 1.38 — expect wider price swings.
QCOM is growing revenue faster at 5.0% — sustainability is the question.
QCOM generates stronger free cash flow (4.4B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
QCOM scores higher overall (61/100 vs 39/100). Both earn "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.
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 · SEMICONDUCTORS · USA
Qualcomm is an American multinational corporation headquartered in San Diego, California, and incorporated in Delaware. It creates semiconductors, software, and services related to wireless technology. It owns patents critical to the 5G, 4G, CDMA2000, TD-SCDMA and WCDMA mobile communications standards.
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