Both stocks have had strong runs in 2024. Let's consider which semiconductor looks like the better buy heading into 2025.

Broadcom (NASDAQ: AVGO) has been an outstanding investment over the past three years, as shares of the semiconductor giant have shot up an impressive 240% during this time and outpaced the 27% gains clocked by the PHLX Semiconductor Sector index over the same period.

Broadcom may have had a volatile year, but the stock was rising on investor enthusiasm Tuesday as it headed for its best year on record. The California-based tech company is known for making application-specific integrated circuits,

Broadcom (AVGO) is extending its December rally, up 46% since the start of the month as analysts chime in with bull notes