Apple Inc (AAPL)vsDell Technologies Inc (DELL)
AAPL
Apple Inc
$293.32
+2.05%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $4.22T
DELL
Dell Technologies Inc
$260.46
+13.11%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $149.72B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Apple Inc generates 298% more annual revenue ($451.44B vs $113.54B). AAPL leads profitability with a 27.2% profit margin vs 5.2%. DELL appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.90. DELL earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 75/100 (B+).
AAPL
Strong Buy67
out of 100
Grade: B-
DELL
Strong Buy75
out of 100
Grade: B+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for AAPL.
Margin of Safety
+80.8%
Fair Value
$646.02
Current Price
$260.46
$385.56 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 142 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 32.3%
Generating 26.7B in free cash flow
Keeps 27 of every $100 in revenue as profit
16.6% revenue growth
Every $100 of equity generates 44 in profit
Revenue surging 39.5% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 57.3% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Large-cap with strong market position
Growing faster than its price suggests
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Elevated debt levels
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 48.9x book value
Moderate valuation
Distress zone — elevated risk
5.2% margin — thin
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : AAPL
The strongest argument for AAPL centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 27.2% and operating margin at 32.3%. Revenue growth of 16.6% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : DELL
The strongest argument for DELL centers on Return on Equity, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 39.5% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.90 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : AAPL
The primary concerns for AAPL are P/E Ratio, Debt/Equity, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : DELL
The primary concerns for DELL are P/E Ratio, Altman Z-Score, Profit Margin.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
AAPL profiles as a growth stock while DELL is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
AAPL carries more volatility with a beta of 1.06 — expect wider price swings.
DELL is growing revenue faster at 39.5% — sustainability is the question.
AAPL generates stronger free cash flow (26.7B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
DELL scores higher overall (75/100 vs 67/100) and 39.5% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Strong Buy" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Apple Inc
TECHNOLOGY · CONSUMER ELECTRONICS · USA
Apple Inc. is an American multinational technology company that specializes in consumer electronics, computer software, and online services. Apple is the world's largest technology company by revenue (totalling $274.5 billion in 2020) and, since January 2021, the world's most valuable company. As of 2021, Apple is the world's fourth-largest PC vendor by unit sales, and fourth-largest smartphone manufacturer. It is one of the Big Five American information technology companies, along with Amazon, Google, Microsoft, and Facebook.
Visit Website →Dell Technologies Inc
TECHNOLOGY · COMPUTER HARDWARE · USA
Dell Technologies Inc. designs, develops, manufactures, markets, sells and supports information technology solutions, products and services worldwide. The company is headquartered in Round Rock, Texas.
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