NVDA vs. MU

Last updated Jun 23, 2026

NVDA (NVIDIA Corporation) and MU (Micron Technology, Inc.) are both stocks. Both operate in the Semiconductors industry within the Technology sector. Over the past 10 years, NVDA returned 68.65%/yr vs 57.52%/yr for MU. A 0.52 correlation means they provide meaningful diversification when combined.

Performance

NVDA vs. MU - Performance Comparison

The chart below illustrates the hypothetical performance of a $10,000 investment in NVIDIA Corporation (NVDA) and Micron Technology, Inc. (MU). The values are adjusted to include any dividend payments, if applicable.

Returns By Period

In the year-to-date period, NVDA achieves a 12.01% return, which is significantly lower than MU's 324.61% return. Over the past 10 years, NVDA has outperformed MU with an annualized return of 68.65%, while MU has yielded a comparatively lower 57.52% annualized return.

NVDA

• 1D: -0.97%
• 1M: -2.99%
• YTD: 12.01%
• 6M: 13.73%
• 1Y: 45.24%
• 3Y*: 70.46%
• 5Y*: 61.50%
• 10Y*: 68.65%

MU

• 1D: 6.82%
• 1M: 61.30%
• YTD: 324.61%
• 6M: 338.33%
• 1Y: 882.43%
• 3Y*: 165.88%
• 5Y*: 73.49%
• 10Y*: 57.52%

*Multi-year figures are annualized to reflect compound growth (CAGR)

NVDA vs. MU - Yearly Performance Comparison

	2026 (YTD)	2025	2024	2023	2022	2021	2020	2019	2018	2017
NVDA NVIDIA Corporation	12.01%	38.92%	171.25%	239.02%	-50.26%	125.48%	122.30%	76.94%	-30.82%	81.99%
MU Micron Technology, Inc.	324.61%	240.24%	-0.96%	71.93%	-45.93%	24.21%	39.79%	69.49%	-22.84%	87.59%

Correlation

The correlation between NVDA and MU is 0.43, which is low. Their price movements are largely independent, making them effective diversification partners.

	Correlation
Correlation (1Y) Calculated over the trailing 1-year period	0.43
Correlation (3Y) Calculated over the trailing 3-year period	0.53
Correlation (5Y) Calculated over the trailing 5-year period	0.59
Correlation (10Y) Calculated over the trailing 10-year period	0.59
Correlation (All Time) Calculated using the full available price history since Jan 22, 1999	0.52

The correlation between NVDA and MU shifts across timeframes, from 0.43 (1 year) to 0.59 (5 years), reflecting how their relationship changes across market environments.

Fundamentals

Market Cap NVDA : $5.09T MU : $1.38T
EPS NVDA : $6.53 MU : $21.26
PE Ratio NVDA : 31.97 MU : 56.99
PEG Ratio NVDA : 0.18 MU : 0.21
PS Ratio NVDA : 20.13 MU : 23.64
PB Ratio NVDA : 26.04 MU : 19.06
Total Revenue (TTM) NVDA : $253.49B MU : $58.12B
Gross Profit (TTM) NVDA : $187.95B MU : $33.96B
EBITDA (TTM) NVDA : $192.76B MU : $25.99B

Return for Risk

NVDA vs. MU — Risk / Return Rank

Compare risk-adjusted metric ranks to identify better-performing investments over the past 12 months.

NVDA

NVDA Risk / Return Rank: 76
NVDA Sharpe Ratio Rank: 78
NVDA Sortino Ratio Rank: 74
NVDA Omega Ratio Rank: 71
NVDA Calmar Ratio Rank: 78
NVDA Martin Ratio Rank: 78

MU

MU Risk / Return Rank: 99
MU Sharpe Ratio Rank: 100
MU Sortino Ratio Rank: 99
MU Omega Ratio Rank: 98
MU Calmar Ratio Rank: 100
MU Martin Ratio Rank: 100

The rank (0–100) shows how this investment's returns compare to the risk taken. Higher = better. Based on the past 12 months of data, combining Sharpe, Sortino, and other metrics used by quantitative funds and institutional investors.

NVDA vs. MU - Risk-Adjusted Trends Comparison

This table presents a comparison of risk-adjusted performance metrics for NVIDIA Corporation (NVDA) and Micron Technology, Inc. (MU). Risk-adjusted metrics are performance indicators that assess an investment's returns in relation to its risk, enabling a more accurate comparison of different investment options.

Values are calculated on a 1-year rolling basis and updated daily. Risk-adjusted metrics are more stable over longer periods — use the period switch above to explore them.

	NVDA	MU	Difference
Sharpe ratio: Return per unit of total volatility	1.29	12.50	-11.21
Sortino ratio: Return per unit of downside risk	1.86	6.48	-4.62
Omega ratio: Gain probability vs. loss probability	1.22	1.82	-0.60
Calmar ratio: Return relative to maximum drawdown	2.25	29.44	-27.19
Martin ratio: Return relative to average drawdown	5.27	111.67	-106.40

NVDA vs. MU - Sharpe Ratio Comparison

The current NVDA Sharpe Ratio is 1.29, which is lower than the MU Sharpe Ratio of 12.50. The chart below compares the historical Sharpe Ratios of NVDA and MU, calculated using daily returns over the previous 12 months. A higher Sharpe Ratio indicates better risk-adjusted performance relative to the risk-free rate.

Drawdowns

NVDA vs. MU - Drawdown Comparison

The maximum NVDA drawdown since its inception was -89.72%, smaller than the maximum MU drawdown of -98.25%. Use the drawdown chart below to compare losses from any high point for NVDA and MU.

Drawdown Indicators

	NVDA	MU	Difference
Max Drawdown Largest peak-to-trough decline	-89.72%	-98.25%	+8.53%
Max Drawdown (1Y) Largest decline over 1 year	-20.21%	-30.28%	+10.07%
Max Drawdown (3Y) Largest decline over 3 years	-36.88%	-57.63%	+20.75%
Max Drawdown (5Y) Largest decline over 5 years	-66.34%	-57.63%	-8.71%
Max Drawdown (10Y) Largest decline over 10 years	-66.34%	-57.63%	-8.71%
Current Drawdown Current decline from peak	-11.39%	0.00%	-11.39%
Average Drawdown Average peak-to-trough decline	-36.16%	-58.13%	+21.97%
Ulcer Index Depth and duration of drawdowns from previous peaks	8.61%	7.97%	+0.64%

Volatility

NVDA vs. MU - Volatility Comparison

The current volatility for NVIDIA Corporation (NVDA) is 12.78%, while Micron Technology, Inc. (MU) has a volatility of 33.47%. This indicates that NVDA experiences smaller price fluctuations and is considered to be less risky than MU based on this measure. The chart below showcases a comparison of their rolling one-month volatility.

Volatility by Period

	NVDA	MU	Difference
Volatility (1M) Calculated over the trailing 1-month period	12.78%	33.47%	-20.69%
Volatility (6M) Calculated over the trailing 6-month period	26.61%	58.69%	-32.08%
Volatility (1Y) Calculated over the trailing 1-year period	35.31%	71.47%	-36.16%
Volatility (5Y) Calculated over the trailing 5-year period, annualized	51.80%	53.67%	-1.87%
Volatility (10Y) Calculated over the trailing 10-year period, annualized	49.89%	50.30%	-0.41%

Dividends

NVDA vs. MU - Dividend Comparison

NVDA's dividend yield for the trailing twelve months is around 0.13%, more than MU's 0.04% yield.

Position	TTM	2025	2024	2023	2022	2021	2020	2019	2018	2017	2016	2015
MU Micron Technology, Inc.	0.04%	0.16%	0.55%	0.54%	0.89%	0.21%	0.00%	0.00%	0.00%	0.00%	0.00%	0.00%
NVDA NVIDIA Corporation	0.13%	0.02%	0.03%	0.03%	0.11%	0.05%	0.12%	0.27%	0.46%	0.29%	0.45%	1.20%

Financials

NVDA vs. MU - Profitability Comparison

The chart below illustrates the profitability comparison between NVIDIA Corporation and Micron Technology, Inc. over time, highlighting three key metrics: Gross Profit Margin, Operating Margin, and Net Profit Margin.

NVDA - Gross Margin

Gross margin is calculated as gross profit divided by revenue. For the three months ending on Jun 2026, NVIDIA Corporation reported a gross profit of 61.16B and revenue of 81.62B. Therefore, the gross margin over that period was 74.9%.

MU - Gross Margin

Gross margin is calculated as gross profit divided by revenue. For the three months ending on Jun 2026, Micron Technology, Inc. reported a gross profit of 17.75B and revenue of 23.86B. Therefore, the gross margin over that period was 74.4%.

NVDA - Operating Margin

Operating margin is calculated as operating income divided by revenue. For the three months ending on Jun 2026, NVIDIA Corporation reported an operating income of 53.54B and revenue of 81.62B, resulting in an operating margin of 65.6%.

MU - Operating Margin

Operating margin is calculated as operating income divided by revenue. For the three months ending on Jun 2026, Micron Technology, Inc. reported an operating income of 16.13B and revenue of 23.86B, resulting in an operating margin of 67.6%.

NVDA - Net Margin

Net margin is calculated as net income divided by revenue. For the three months ending on Jun 2026, NVIDIA Corporation reported a net income of 58.32B and revenue of 81.62B, resulting in a net margin of 71.5%.

MU - Net Margin

Net margin is calculated as net income divided by revenue. For the three months ending on Jun 2026, Micron Technology, Inc. reported a net income of 13.79B and revenue of 23.86B, resulting in a net margin of 57.8%.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I hold both NVDA and MU in my portfolio?

NVDA and MU have a correlation of 0.43, meaning they provide meaningful diversification benefit when combined. Depending on your allocation goals, holding both could reduce overall portfolio risk.

Which is riskier, NVDA or MU?

MU has higher volatility (33.47%) compared to NVDA (12.78%). In terms of maximum drawdown, NVDA dropped -89.72% vs MU's -98.25%.

Which has better risk-adjusted returns?

MU currently has the higher Sharpe Ratio (12.50 vs 1.29), meaning it's delivered slightly more return per unit of risk over the trailing 12 months. However, this ranking shifts over time - use the Risk/Return Score above for a more comprehensive view that combines Sharpe, Sortino, and other measures used by quantitative funds.