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title: "Intel (INTC) vs. AMD: Which Chip Stock Is the Better Buy Ahead of Q1 Earnings?"
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locale: "en"
url: "https://longbridge.com/en/news/283226010.md"
description: "Intel and AMD are set to report Q1 earnings in 2026, with Intel focusing on its turnaround and AMD aiming to capture more AI market share from Nvidia. Investors are keenly observing earnings and guidance for insights on demand and costs. A comparison using TipRanks' Stock Comparison Tool will help determine which chip stock is currently more attractive for investment."
datetime: "2026-04-18T13:30:00.000Z"
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# Intel (INTC) vs. AMD: Which Chip Stock Is the Better Buy Ahead of Q1 Earnings?

**Intel (INTC)** and **Advanced Micro Devices (AMD)** are at a crossroads in 2026 as both chipmakers prepare to report first-quarter earnings. Intel is trying to prove its turnaround is working, while AMD is racing to grab more of the AI market from Nvidia (NVDA). With chip stocks under close watch, investors will be looking at earnings and guidance for clues on demand, costs, and how each company is set up for the rest of the year. Using TipRanks' Stock Comparison Tool, we compare these two rivals to see which one looks more attractive right now.

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