Semiconductors · NASDAQ
Current Price
$473.25
PE Ratio (TTM)
120.1x
Intrinsic Value
$330.15
-43.3% margin of safety
As of 2026-08-21, applying a 50.0x earnings multiple to Advanced Micro Devices, Inc.'s (AMD) earnings per share of $3.94 yields a fair value estimate of $330.15 per share, versus a market price of $473.25.
Fair value from earnings multiples is sensitive to the multiple you choose. Across the sensitivity grid the estimate spans $287.49 to $377.6. This is a relative estimate anchored to earnings, not a statement of fact. For a cash flow based view, see the intrinsic value estimate on the DCF page.
How the PE model works · Recalculate in PE mode · AMD intrinsic value (DCF view)
At $473.25, AMD trades above its PE-based fair value estimate, meaning the market pays a premium over the applied earnings multiple. By this model the stock looks expensive unless earnings grow into the price.
COMPETITIVE MOAT
↑Strong x86 Architecture Dominance
AMD's continued innovation in its x86 processor architecture creates significant switching costs for enterprise customers. This deep integration and performance leadership in a critical computing segment provides a durable advantage.
↑Growing Data Center Ecosystem
AMD is building a robust ecosystem around its data center products, including software and partnerships. This lock-in effect makes it harder for customers to migrate to competing solutions, especially in AI workloads.
↑Strategic AI Inference Position
AMD's focus on AI inference, a rapidly growing market, positions it to capture significant future growth. Its competitive offerings in this space are attracting major players and solidifying its market share.
INVESTMENT RISKS
↓Dependence on Data Center Growth
While data center growth is a strength, over-reliance on this segment makes AMD vulnerable to any slowdowns or shifts in enterprise IT spending. Unexpected market contractions could significantly impact revenue.
↓Execution Risk in AI Development
Sustaining leadership in the rapidly evolving AI chip landscape requires continuous, high-stakes R&D investment and flawless execution. Any missteps in product development or manufacturing could cede ground to competitors.
↓Margin Sustainability Concerns
Despite exploding revenue, there are concerns about AMD's ability to maintain healthy profit margins. Intense competition and potential pricing pressures could erode profitability even with strong sales growth.
Base case
Intrinsic Value
$330.15
Margin of safety
-43.3%
Expected annual return
-6.9%
Base case assumptions: 20.0% annual earnings growth, 50x target PE, 10% discount rate, 5 year projection. Data as of 2026-08-21.
This base case uses default assumptions and is not financial advice. The fair value changes significantly when the target PE or earnings growth rate changes. Open the calculator to set your own assumptions and see the full sensitivity range.
Adjust the target PE, earnings growth, and discount rate to see how the fair value and margin of safety for Advanced Micro Devices, Inc. respond.
Open PE Calculator for AMDAdvanced Micro Devices, Inc. (AMD), established in 1969 and headquartered in Santa Clara, California, operates as a global leader in the semiconductor industry. The company organizes its extensive operations into two primary segments: Computing and Graphics, and Enterprise, Embedded and Semi-Custom. In its Computing and Graphics division, AMD develops a range of products including x86 microprocessors (often as accelerated processing units), chipsets, and various graphics processing units (GPUs), encompassing discrete, integrated, data center, and professional variants, alongside providing development services. The Enterprise, Embedded and Semi-Custom segment focuses on server and embedded processors, bespoke System-on-Chip (SoC) products, and foundational technology for popular game consoles, also offering associated development support. AMD's diverse product lineup features processors for desktop and notebook personal computers under well-known brands such as AMD Ryzen, Ryzen PRO, Ryzen Threadripper, Threadripper PRO, AMD Athlon, Athlon PRO, AMD FX, AMD A-Series, and PRO A-Series. Discrete GPUs for these PCs are offered through the AMD Radeon graphics and AMD Embedded Radeon graphics brands, while professional graphics solutions include AMD Radeon Pro and AMD FirePro. Furthermore, the company provides high-performance accelerators for servers, including Radeon Instinct, Radeon PRO V-series, and AMD Instinct, along with AMD EPYC microprocessors designed for server environments. Its embedded processor solutions span multiple brands, such as AMD Athlon, AMD Geode, AMD Ryzen, AMD EPYC, AMD R-Series, and G-Series. AMD also produces chipsets under its own trademark and crafts customer-specific solutions leveraging its CPU, GPU, and multimedia expertise, including specialized semi-custom SoC products. AMD reaches its wide array of clients, which comprise original equipment manufacturers (OEMs), public cloud service providers, original design manufacturers (ODMs), system integrators, independent distributors, online retailers, and add-in-board manufacturers. The company's sales and distribution network includes its direct sales force, independent distributors, and dedicated sales representatives.
PE Ratio (TTM)
120.1x
PEG Ratio
0.97
Earnings Yield
0.83%
ROE (TTM)
10.1%
Revenue/Share (TTM)
$25.32
Debt/Equity
0.06x
The trailing twelve-month PE ratio of AMD reflects how much investors pay per dollar of Advanced Micro Devices, Inc.'s earnings. This metric is most useful when compared to Semiconductors peers and the company's own historical range.
AMD's PE of 120.1x combined with a PEG ratio of 0.97 provides a growth-adjusted perspective. A PEG below 1.0 means the P/E is low relative to the earnings growth rate. Keep in mind that PE-based valuation works best for profitable, mature companies — for high-growth or cyclical Semiconductors, a DCF analysis may be more appropriate.
To value Advanced Micro Devices, Inc. using PE: (1) Compare the current PE (120.1x) against the Semiconductors median to assess relative pricing, (2) check the PEG ratio (0.97) to adjust for growth expectations, (3) review the 5-year PE range to identify where the stock sits historically, and (4) estimate fair value by multiplying a target PE by forward EPS estimates. This relative approach complements DCF's absolute valuation.
AMD's PEG ratio is 0.97, calculated by dividing the PE ratio (120.1x) by the expected earnings growth rate. A PEG below 1.0 means the P/E is low relative to the expected earnings growth rate. Note that PEG accuracy depends on the reliability of growth estimates.
PE ratio gives a quick relative read — how AMD is priced versus Semiconductors peers. DCF provides an absolute value based on projected free cash flows. For the most reliable valuation, use PE as a quick comparability screen and DCF for a deeper fundamental analysis. Each method has blind spots: PE ignores capital structure and cash flow quality, while DCF is sensitive to growth and discount rate assumptions.
P/E and DCF value AMD with different methods and assumptions, so the two conclusions can differ. Compare the DCF intrinsic value.
Price as of 2026-08-21. Financial data from Financial Modeling Prep (trailing twelve months) · Valuation methodology by Charlie Wang.
This is an estimate, not investment advice.