AMD vs. Intel: Which Is the Better Artificial Intelligence Chip Stock to Own Until the End of 2027?

AMD and Intel are both delivering strong investor gains tied to rising demand for artificial intelligence data-center chips, but their drivers differ, according to the article. AMD’s shares are up 197% over the past year, while Intel has risen 343%. Intel’s momentum is linked to its data center and AI (DCAI) segment, which grew 59% year over year to $6.3 billion in its Q2 2026 results, after 22% growth in Q1. The company highlights server CPU demand for agentic AI, with Xeon 6 ramping quickly and benefitting from long-term customer agreements. Intel also markets custom AI processors, with revenue nearly tripling year over year. The piece cites expectations for Intel earnings per share to rise 65% year over year this quarter to $0.38, and projects a 264% EPS increase in 2026.