Intel Corporation (INTC)vsSilicon Motion Technology (SIMO)
INTC
Intel Corporation
$102.94
-5.59%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $544.15B
SIMO
Silicon Motion Technology
$284.48
+7.25%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $9.42B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Intel Corporation generates 4242% more annual revenue ($57.03B vs $1.31B). SIMO leads profitability with a 22.1% profit margin vs -19.8%. INTC appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.50. SIMO earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 78/100 (B+).
INTC
Hold41
out of 100
Grade: D
SIMO
Strong Buy78
out of 100
Grade: B+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for INTC.
Margin of Safety
-23.9%
Fair Value
$112.96
Current Price
$284.48
$171.52 premium
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
Revenue surging 127.0% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 734.0% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Keeps 22 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
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 9.2x book value
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
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 : SIMO
The strongest argument for SIMO centers on Revenue Growth, EPS Growth, Debt/Equity. Profitability is solid with margins at 22.1% and operating margin at 22.4%. Revenue growth of 127.0% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : INTC
The primary concerns for INTC are Altman Z-Score, Return on Equity, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : SIMO
The primary concerns for SIMO are P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Free Cash Flow.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
INTC carries more volatility with a beta of 2.23 — expect wider price swings.
SIMO is growing revenue faster at 127.0% — sustainability is the question.
INTC generates stronger free cash flow (4.5B), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
SIMO scores higher overall (78/100 vs 41/100), backed by strong 22.1% margins and 127.0% revenue growth. 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.
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
Silicon Motion Technology Corporation designs, develops and markets NAND flash controllers for solid state storage devices. The company is headquartered in Kowloon, Hong Kong.
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