ASML vs INTC: Which Is the Better Buy?

Side-by-side comparison of ASML Holding N.V. and Intel Corporation β€” fair value, conviction, valuation metrics, and QuantHub research signals. Updated 2026-04-25.
ASML Holding N.V. Β· Technology
$1,458.97
+45.0% upside to fair value
Grade B High Quality
VS
Intel Corporation Β· Technology
$82.54
-5.4% upside to fair value
Grade D
QuantHub Verdict
ASML has more upside to fair value (+45.0%). These are model outputs β€” not personalized investment advice. See all research β†’
Valuation & Fundamentals
Metric ASML INTC
Current Price $1,458.97 $82.54
Fair Value Estimate $2,115.51 $78.09
Upside to Fair Value +45.0% -5.4%
Market Cap $562.3B $414.4B
Forward P/E 48.3x -132.2x
EV / EBITDA 37.6x 50.1x
Price / Sales 14.4x 7.7x
Price / FCF 54.4x -132.9x
Revenue Growth YoY +13.2% +7.2%
Gross Margin 52.6% 35.4%
Operating Margin 34.8% -9.4%
Return on Equity 52.0% -3.0%
Dividend Yield 0% 0%
FCF Yield 1.84% β€”
Analyst Consensus Strong Buy Hold
Investment Thesis
ASML β€” ASML Holding N.V.
ASML Holding N.V. is a leading technology company specializing in semiconductor manufacturing equipment, particularly extreme ultraviolet lithography machines which hold a near-monopoly position. The company benefits from a durable competitive moat driven by its technological leadership, high barriers to entry, and strong demand from semiconductor manufacturers globally, especially in China. Desp…
INTC β€” Intel Corporation
Intel Corporation is a leading semiconductor company transitioning to a foundry business model while maintaining significant revenue from client computing and data center segments. Despite a strong market position and experienced leadership, the company faces earnings pressure with a 354% decline in earnings in the most recent quarter and negative margins. The stock trades at $82.54, which is 5.4…
Accumulation Zones
Metric ASML INTC
Zone Low $1,586.63 $58.57
Zone High $1,798.18 $66.38
In Buy Zone? Yes No
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