NVIDIA Corporation (NVDA)vsUnited Microelectronics (UMC)
NVDA
NVIDIA Corporation
$211.14
+1.94%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $5.40T
UMC
United Microelectronics
$22.18
-2.94%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $56.36B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
NVIDIA Corporation generates 5% more annual revenue ($253.49B vs $240.73B). NVDA leads profitability with a 63.0% profit margin vs 20.8%. NVDA appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.69. NVDA earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 80/100 (A-).
NVDA
Exceptional Buy80
out of 100
Grade: A-
UMC
Strong Buy67
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-80.0%
Fair Value
$119.30
Current Price
$211.14
$91.84 premium
Margin of Safety
+13.3%
Fair Value
$24.71
Current Price
$22.18
$2.53 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 82 in profit
Keeps 63 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 65.6%
Revenue surging 85.2% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 214.5% YoY
Earnings expanding 108.1% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Keeps 21 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Generating 8.8B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Weak financial health signals
Trading at 32.6x book value
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : NVDA
The strongest argument for NVDA centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 63.0% and operating margin at 65.6%. Revenue growth of 85.2% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : UMC
The strongest argument for UMC centers on EPS Growth, Market Cap, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 20.8% and operating margin at 18.5%.
Bear Case : NVDA
The primary concerns for NVDA are P/E Ratio, Piotroski F-Score, Price/Book.
Bear Case : UMC
The primary concerns for UMC are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
NVDA profiles as a growth stock while UMC is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
NVDA carries more volatility with a beta of 2.24 — expect wider price swings.
NVDA is growing revenue faster at 85.2% — sustainability is the question.
NVDA generates stronger free cash flow (48.6B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
NVDA scores higher overall (80/100 vs 67/100), backed by strong 63.0% margins and 85.2% revenue growth. Both earn "Exceptional 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.
NVIDIA Corporation
TECHNOLOGY · SEMICONDUCTORS · USA
Nvidia Corporation is an American multinational technology company incorporated in Delaware and based in Santa Clara, California. It designs graphics processing units (GPUs) for the gaming and professional markets, as well as system on a chip units (SoCs) for the mobile computing and automotive market.
Visit Website →United Microelectronics
TECHNOLOGY · SEMICONDUCTORS · USA
United Microelectronics Corporation is a semiconductor wafer foundry in Taiwan, Singapore, China, Hong Kong, Japan, the United States, Europe, and internationally. The company is headquartered in Hsinchu City, Taiwan.
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