Intel Corporation (INTC)vsQualcomm Incorporated (QCOM)
INTC
Intel Corporation
$102.94
-5.59%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $544.15B
QCOM
Qualcomm Incorporated
$181.97
-1.00%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $194.35B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Intel Corporation generates 29% more annual revenue ($57.03B vs $44.07B). QCOM leads profitability with a 21.0% profit margin vs -19.8%. INTC appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.50. QCOM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 58/100 (C).
INTC
Hold41
out of 100
Grade: D
QCOM
Buy58
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for INTC.
Margin of Safety
+1.8%
Fair Value
$185.32
Current Price
$181.97
$3.35 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Growing faster than its price suggests
Revenue surging 25.4% year-over-year
Generating 4.5B in free cash flow
Every $100 of equity generates 33 in profit
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Large-cap with strong market position
Keeps 21 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Growing faster than its price suggests
Areas to Watch
Distress zone — elevated risk
ROE of -12.9% — below average capital efficiency
Earnings declined 71.7%
Currently unprofitable
Revenue declined 4.0%
Earnings declined 23.0%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : INTC
The strongest argument for INTC centers on Market Cap, PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 25.4% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.50 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : QCOM
The strongest argument for QCOM centers on Return on Equity, Altman Z-Score, Market Cap. Profitability is solid with margins at 21.0% and operating margin at 18.5%. PEG of 0.79 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 : QCOM
The primary concerns for QCOM are Revenue Growth, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
INTC profiles as a growth stock while QCOM is a declining play — different risk/reward profiles.
INTC carries more volatility with a beta of 2.23 — expect wider price swings.
INTC is growing revenue faster at 25.4% — sustainability is the question.
INTC generates stronger free cash flow (4.5B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
QCOM scores higher overall (58/100 vs 41/100), backed by strong 21.0% margins. 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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