Intel Corporation (INTC)vsMonolithic Power Systems Inc (MPWR)
INTC
Intel Corporation
$102.94
-5.59%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $544.15B
MPWR
Monolithic Power Systems Inc
$1,234.46
+4.08%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $60.67B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Intel Corporation generates 1642% more annual revenue ($57.03B vs $3.27B). MPWR leads profitability with a 24.5% profit margin vs -19.8%. INTC appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.50. MPWR earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 78/100 (B+).
INTC
Hold41
out of 100
Grade: D
MPWR
Strong Buy78
out of 100
Grade: B+
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
Strong operational efficiency at 31.0%
Revenue surging 47.6% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 85.8% YoY
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Large-cap with strong market position
Every $100 of equity generates 21 in profit
Areas to Watch
Distress zone — elevated risk
ROE of -12.9% — below average capital efficiency
Earnings declined 71.7%
Currently unprofitable
Trading at 15.6x book value
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
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 : MPWR
The strongest argument for MPWR centers on Operating Margin, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 24.5% and operating margin at 31.0%. Revenue growth of 47.6% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : INTC
The primary concerns for INTC are Altman Z-Score, Return on Equity, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : MPWR
The primary concerns for MPWR are Price/Book, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 72.4x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
INTC carries more volatility with a beta of 2.23 — expect wider price swings.
MPWR is growing revenue faster at 47.6% — sustainability is the question.
INTC generates stronger free cash flow (4.5B), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
MPWR scores higher overall (78/100 vs 41/100), backed by strong 24.5% margins and 47.6% 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).
Visit Website →Monolithic Power Systems Inc
TECHNOLOGY · SEMICONDUCTORS · USA
Monolithic Power Systems, Inc. is an American, publicly traded company headquartered in Kirkland, Washington. The company provides power circuits for systems found in cloud computing, telecom infrastructures, automotive, industrial applications and consumer applications.
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