NXP Semiconductors (NASDAQ: NXPI) and Advanced Micro Devices (NASDAQ: AMD) both operate in the semiconductor industry. That’s about as far as their similarity goes. One is a rising star in embedded solutions and automotive computing, heading into a $47 billion merger with sector giant Qualcomm (NASDAQ: QCOM). The other is an eternal underdog in the PC market that’s working on a dramatic turnaround right now.
Which chip stock is a better fit for your portfolio? Let’s find out.
The choice between AMD and NXP boils down to two simple questions: