Pixelworks

PXLW · NASDAQ

$5.50+$0.17 (+3.19%)TodayMarket closed · Oct 20, 4:10 PM ET

Prev close $5.33

PXLW analyst rating

BuyConsensus of 1 analyst over the last 12 months. 100% rate it a buy.

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12-month price target · 3 analysts

Average $10.20 (+85.5% upside)

Low: $10.10
Now: $5.50
High: $10.50

Upgrades and downgrades

The latest rating actions, newest first

PXLW analyst upgrades, downgrades and rating actions
Firm	Date	Action	Rating	Price target	Hit rate
Roth Capital	Nov 12, 2025	Maintains	Buy	$15.00 → $12.00	47%

The case for and against

Updated Oct 31, 2025

Bull case

Pixelworks Inc. is poised for growth through internal improvements, including the introduction of new video processing units (VPUs) with higher average selling prices (ASPs) and improved gross margins, along with potential expansion into emerging markets. The company's strategic focus on increasing the number of titles for its TrueCut technology is anticipated to drive further revenue, with significant contributions expected from design services and intellectual property offerings beginning in the second half of 2025. Additionally, while recent revenue from remastering has been modest, the company sees substantial upside in distribution licenses and device royalties, which could enhance overall financial performance significantly.

Bear case

Pixelworks Inc. reported a significant decline in revenue for Q1 2025, with a 22% quarter-over-quarter drop and a staggering 56% year-over-year decline, primarily attributed to seasonal factors in the Home and Enterprise segment and disappointing comparisons in mobile sales. The company has guided for Q2 2025 revenue of $8.5 million, which represents a modest 20% sequential increase but an almost flat year-over-year performance, falling short of prior estimates and highlighting ongoing challenges in market demand. Key concerns include a faster-than-expected decline in the Home and Enterprise segment, execution risks, and macroeconomic conditions that could adversely impact overall demand, thereby undermining both sales and profitability metrics for the company.

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