Microsoft Corporation (MSFT)vsMaxLinear Inc (MXL)
MSFT
Microsoft Corporation
$495.63
+0.65%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $3.68T
MXL
MaxLinear Inc
$74.57
+7.54%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $6.49B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Microsoft Corporation generates 58227% more annual revenue ($331.84B vs $568.93M). MSFT leads profitability with a 40.3% profit margin vs -18.2%. MXL appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.39. MSFT earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 72/100 (B).
MSFT
Strong Buy72
out of 100
Grade: B
MXL
Hold38
out of 100
Grade: F
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 30 in profit
Keeps 40 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 45.1%
Generating 19.6B in free cash flow
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Growing faster than its price suggests
Revenue surging 55.2% year-over-year
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Moderate valuation
Trading at 8.3x book value
Trading at 13.9x book value
ROE of -29.1% — below average capital efficiency
Earnings declined 71.4%
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : MSFT
The strongest argument for MSFT centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 40.3% and operating margin at 45.1%. Revenue growth of 17.7% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : MXL
The strongest argument for MXL centers on PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, Debt/Equity. Revenue growth of 55.2% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.39 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : MSFT
The primary concerns for MSFT are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
Bear Case : MXL
The primary concerns for MXL are Price/Book, Return on Equity, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
MSFT profiles as a growth stock while MXL is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
MXL carries more volatility with a beta of 3.94 — expect wider price swings.
MXL is growing revenue faster at 55.2% — sustainability is the question.
MSFT generates stronger free cash flow (19.6B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
MSFT scores higher overall (72/100 vs 38/100), backed by strong 40.3% margins and 17.7% 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.
Microsoft Corporation
TECHNOLOGY · SOFTWARE - INFRASTRUCTURE · USA
Microsoft Corporation is an American multinational technology company which produces computer software, consumer electronics, personal computers, and related services. Its best known software products are the Microsoft Windows line of operating systems, the Microsoft Office suite, and the Internet Explorer and Edge web browsers. Its flagship hardware products are the Xbox video game consoles and the Microsoft Surface lineup of touchscreen personal computers. Microsoft ranked No. 21 in the 2020 Fortune 500 rankings of the largest United States corporations by total revenue; it was the world's largest software maker by revenue as of 2016. It is considered one of the Big Five companies in the U.S. information technology industry, along with Google, Apple, Amazon, and Facebook.
Visit Website →MaxLinear Inc
TECHNOLOGY · SEMICONDUCTORS · USA
MaxLinear, Inc. provides high-performance analog, radio frequency (RF) and mixed signal communications-on-chip (SoC) solutions for the connected home, wired and wireless infrastructure, and multi-market and industrial applications to world level. The company is headquartered in Carlsbad, California.
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