Global 5G Edge Computing Market Size Study & Forecast, by Component, Deployment Model, Vertical, Enterprise Size, Application and Regional Forecasts 2025-2035

The Global 5G Edge Computing Market is valued at approximately USD 2.41 billion in 2024 and is expected to grow at a compound annual growth rate of more than 13.80% over the forecast period 2025-2035. In a digital-first world where latency defines user experience and responsiveness dictates innovation, 5G edge computing has surfaced as the catalyst transforming enterprise infrastructure and service delivery. By decentralizing data processing and pushing computational power closer to the edge, this revolutionary architecture bridges the performance gap between cloud and device, empowering real-time analytics, ultra-low latency, and autonomous operations across multiple industries. The explosive demand for ultra-fast network performance and the proliferation of connected devices—from autonomous drones and robotics to immersive gaming and smart healthcare—continue to amplify the demand for edge intelligence integrated with 5G.

The growing convergence of AI, IoT, and 5G has significantly reshaped operational dynamics across sectors such as manufacturing, logistics, and healthcare. Enterprises are transitioning from centralized models to hybrid environments that facilitate localized computing at the edge. This migration not only ensures operational resilience but also reduces backhaul traffic and enhances data privacy. The accelerating adoption of Industry 4.0 and AI-driven automation further propels the market as enterprises deploy 5G edge infrastructure to support mission-critical workloads and latency-sensitive applications like autonomous vehicles and remote surgery. While challenges such as high deployment costs, infrastructure interoperability, and security risks remain pertinent, strategic alliances between telecom providers, cloud hyperscalers, and edge solution vendors are gradually overcoming these bottlenecks.

Regionally, North America commands a leading position in the global 5G edge computing market, underpinned by robust investments in 5G networks, early adoption of edge-centric technologies, and active collaboration between telecom and tech firms. The U.S. has especially emerged as a hub for smart city trials and autonomous vehicle initiatives that rely on edge-enabled 5G networks. Meanwhile, Europe is fostering a progressive edge ecosystem, spurred by government-backed digital infrastructure programs and regulatory support for data localization. The Asia Pacific region, led by China, Japan, and South Korea, is witnessing the fastest growth, driven by rapid urbanization, rising consumer tech penetration, and aggressive 5G rollouts. Countries in APAC are actively investing in smart manufacturing, telemedicine, and edge AI applications, unlocking new frontiers for market expansion.

Major market player included in this report are:
• Amazon Web Services, Inc.
• AT&T Inc.
• Cisco Systems, Inc.
• IBM Corporation
• Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd.
• Google LLC
• Intel Corporation
• Nokia Corporation
• Microsoft Corporation
• VMware, Inc.
• Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd.
• Hewlett Packard Enterprise
• Ericsson
• Qualcomm Technologies, Inc.
• Tata Communications Ltd.

Global 5G Edge Computing Market Report Scope:
• Historical Data – 2023, 2024
• Base Year for Estimation – 2024
• Forecast period - 2025-2035
• Report Coverage - Revenue forecast, Company Ranking, Competitive Landscape, Growth factors, and Trends
• Regional Scope - North America; Europe; Asia Pacific; Latin America; Middle East & Africa

The objective of the study is to define market sizes of different segments & countries in recent years and to forecast the values for the coming years. The report is designed to incorporate both qualitative and quantitative aspects of the industry within the countries involved in the study. The report also provides detailed information about crucial aspects, such as driving factors and challenges, which will define the future growth of the market. Additionally, it incorporates potential opportunities in micro-markets for stakeholders to invest, along with a detailed analysis of the competitive landscape and product offerings of key players.

The detailed segments and sub-segments of the market are explained below:

By Component:
• Hardware
• Software
• Services

By Deployment Model:
• On-Premises
• Cloud
• Hybrid

By Vertical:
• Manufacturing
• Healthcare
• Transportation
• Retail
• Utilities

By Enterprise Size:
• Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs)
• Large Enterprises

By Application:
• Autonomous Vehicles
• Augmented Reality/Virtual Reality (AR/VR)
• Industrial Automation
• Smart Cities
• Video Analytics

By Region:

North America
• U.S.
• Canada

Europe
• UK
• Germany
• France
• Spain
• Italy
• Rest of Europe

Asia Pacific
• China
• India
• Japan
• Australia
• South Korea
• Rest of Asia Pacific

Latin America
• Brazil
• Mexico

Middle East & Africa
• UAE
• Saudi Arabia
• South Africa
• Rest of Middle East & Africa

Key Takeaways:
• Market Estimates & Forecast for 10 years from 2025 to 2035.
• Annualized revenues and regional level analysis for each market segment.
• Detailed analysis of geographical landscape with Country level analysis of major regions.
• Competitive landscape with information on major players in the market.
• Analysis of key business strategies and recommendations on future market approach.
• Analysis of competitive structure of the market.
• Demand side and supply side analysis of the market.

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Chapter 1. Global 5G Edge Computing Market Report Scope & Methodology
1.1. Research Objective
1.2. Research Methodology
1.2.1. Forecast Model
1.2.2. Desk Research
1.2.3. Top-Down and Bottom-Up Approach
1.3. Research Attributes
1.4. Scope of the Study
1.4.1. Market Definition
1.4.2. Market Segmentation
1.5. Research Assumptions
1.5.1. Inclusion & Exclusion
1.5.2. Limitations
1.5.3. Years Considered for the Study
Chapter 2. Executive Summary
2.1. CEO/CXO Standpoint
2.2. Strategic Insights
2.3. ESG Analysis
2.4. Key Findings
Chapter 3. Global 5G Edge Computing Market Forces Analysis
3.1. Market Forces Shaping the Global 5G Edge Computing Market (2024–2035)
3.2. Drivers
3.2.1. Decentralization of Compute Power via 5G Edge
3.2.2. Surge in AI-IoT Convergence and Real-Time Analytics
3.3. Restraints
3.3.1. High Infrastructure Deployment Costs
3.3.2. Interoperability & Security Challenges
3.4. Opportunities
3.4.1. Edge AI and Autonomous Systems
3.4.2. Telco-Cloud Strategic Partnerships
Chapter 4. Global 5G Edge Computing Industry Analysis
4.1. Porter’s Five Forces Model
4.1.1. Bargaining Power of Buyers
4.1.2. Bargaining Power of Suppliers
4.1.3. Threat of New Entrants
4.1.4. Threat of Substitutes
4.1.5. Competitive Rivalry
4.2. Porter’s Five Forces Forecast Model (2024–2035)
4.3. PESTEL Analysis
4.3.1. Political
4.3.2. Economic
4.3.3. Social
4.3.4. Technological
4.3.5. Environmental
4.3.6. Legal
4.4. Top Investment Opportunities
4.5. Top Winning Strategies (2025)
4.6. Market Share Analysis (2024–2025)
4.7. Global Pricing Analysis and Trends 2025
4.8. Analyst Recommendations & Conclusion
Chapter 5. Global 5G Edge Computing Market Size & Forecasts by Component (2025–2035)
5.1. Market Overview
5.2. Hardware
5.2.1. Top Countries Breakdown Estimates & Forecasts, 2024–2035
5.2.2. Regional Market Size Analysis, 2025–2035
5.3. Software
5.3.1. Top Countries Breakdown Estimates & Forecasts, 2024–2035
5.3.2. Regional Market Size Analysis, 2025–2035
5.4. Services
5.4.1. Top Countries Breakdown Estimates & Forecasts, 2024–2035
5.4.2. Regional Market Size Analysis, 2025–2035
Chapter 6. Global 5G Edge Computing Market Size & Forecasts by Deployment Model (2025–2035)
6.1. Market Overview
6.2. On-Premises
6.2.1. Top Countries Breakdown Estimates & Forecasts, 2024–2035
6.2.2. Regional Market Size Analysis, 2025–2035
6.3. Cloud
6.3.1. Top Countries Breakdown Estimates & Forecasts, 2024–2035
6.3.2. Regional Market Size Analysis, 2025–2035
6.4. Hybrid
6.4.1. Top Countries Breakdown Estimates & Forecasts, 2024–2035
6.4.2. Regional Market Size Analysis, 2025–2035
Chapter 7. Global 5G Edge Computing Market Size & Forecasts by Vertical (2025–2035)
7.1. Market Overview
7.2. Manufacturing
7.2.1. Top Countries Breakdown Estimates & Forecasts, 2024–2035
7.2.2. Regional Market Size Analysis, 2025–2035
7.3. Healthcare
7.3.1. Top Countries Breakdown Estimates & Forecasts, 2024–2035
7.3.2. Regional Market Size Analysis, 2025–2035
7.4. Transportation
7.4.1. Top Countries Breakdown Estimates & Forecasts, 2024–2035
7.4.2. Regional Market Size Analysis, 2025–2035
7.5. Retail
7.5.1. Top Countries Breakdown Estimates & Forecasts, 2024–2035
7.5.2. Regional Market Size Analysis, 2025–2035
7.6. Utilities
7.6.1. Top Countries Breakdown Estimates & Forecasts, 2024–2035
7.6.2. Regional Market Size Analysis, 2025–2035
Chapter 8. Global 5G Edge Computing Market Size & Forecasts by Enterprise Size (2025–2035)
8.1. Market Overview
8.2. SMEs
8.2.1. Top Countries Breakdown Estimates & Forecasts, 2024–2035
8.2.2. Regional Market Size Analysis, 2025–2035
8.3. Large Enterprises
8.3.1. Top Countries Breakdown Estimates & Forecasts, 2024–2035
8.3.2. Regional Market Size Analysis, 2025–2035
Chapter 9. Global 5G Edge Computing Market Size & Forecasts by Application (2025–2035)
9.1. Market Overview
9.2. Autonomous Vehicles
9.2.1. Top Countries Breakdown Estimates & Forecasts, 2024–2035
9.2.2. Regional Market Size Analysis, 2025–2035
9.3. AR/VR
9.3.1. Top Countries Breakdown Estimates & Forecasts, 2024–2035
9.3.2. Regional Market Size Analysis, 2025–2035
9.4. Industrial Automation
9.4.1. Top Countries Breakdown Estimates & Forecasts, 2024–2035
9.4.2. Regional Market Size Analysis, 2025–2035
9.5. Smart Cities
9.5.1. Top Countries Breakdown Estimates & Forecasts, 2024–2035
9.5.2. Regional Market Size Analysis, 2025–2035
9.6. Video Analytics
9.6.1. Top Countries Breakdown Estimates & Forecasts, 2024–2035
9.6.2. Regional Market Size Analysis, 2025–2035
Chapter 10. Global 5G Edge Computing Market Size & Forecasts by Region (2025–2035)
10.1. Global Market, Regional Snapshot
10.2. Top Leading & Emerging Countries
10.3. North America
10.3.1. U.S.
10.3.1.1. Component Breakdown Size & Forecasts, 2025–2035
10.3.1.2. Deployment Model Breakdown Size & Forecasts, 2025–2035
10.3.2. Canada
10.3.2.1. Component Breakdown Size & Forecasts, 2025–2035
10.3.2.2. Deployment Model Breakdown Size & Forecasts, 2025–2035
10.4. Europe
10.4.1. UK
10.4.1.1. …
10.4.1.2. …
10.4.2. Germany
10.4.3. France
10.4.4. Spain
10.4.5. Italy
10.4.6. Rest of Europe
10.5. Asia Pacific
10.5.1. China
10.5.2. India
10.5.3. Japan
10.5.4. Australia
10.5.5. South Korea
10.5.6. Rest of Asia Pacific
10.6. Latin America
10.6.1. Brazil
10.6.2. Mexico
10.7. Middle East & Africa
10.7.1. UAE
10.7.2. Saudi Arabia
10.7.3. South Africa
10.7.4. Rest of Middle East & Africa
Chapter 11. Competitive Intelligence
11.1. Top Market Strategies
11.2. Amazon Web Services, Inc.
11.2.1. Company Overview
11.2.2. Key Executives
11.2.3. Company Snapshot
11.2.4. Financial Performance (Subject to Data Availability)
11.2.5. Product/Services Port
11.2.6. Recent Development
11.2.7. Market Strategies
11.2.8. SWOT Analysis
11.3. AT&T Inc.
11.4. Cisco Systems, Inc.
11.5. IBM Corporation
11.6. Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd.
11.7. Google LLC
11.8. Intel Corporation
11.9. Nokia Corporation
11.10. Microsoft Corporation
11.11. VMware, Inc.
11.12. Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd.
11.13. Hewlett Packard Enterprise
11.14. Ericsson
11.15. Qualcomm Technologies, Inc.
11.16. Tata Communications Ltd.
List of Tables
Table 1. Global 5G Edge Computing Market, Report Scope
Table 2. Global 5G Edge Computing Market Estimates & Forecasts By Region 2024–2035
Table 3. Global 5G Edge Computing Market Estimates & Forecasts By Component 2024–2035
Table 4. Global 5G Edge Computing Market Estimates & Forecasts By Deployment Model 2024–2035
Table 5. Global 5G Edge Computing Market Estimates & Forecasts By Vertical 2024–2035
Table 6. Global 5G Edge Computing Market Estimates & Forecasts By Enterprise Size 2024–2035
Table 7. Global 5G Edge Computing Market Estimates & Forecasts By Application 2024–2035
Table 8. U.S. 5G Edge Computing Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2024–2035
Table 9. Canada 5G Edge Computing Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2024–2035
Table 10. UK 5G Edge Computing Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2024–2035
Table 11. Germany 5G Edge Computing Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2024–2035
Table 12. France 5G Edge Computing Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2024–2035
Table 13. Spain 5G Edge Computing Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2024–2035
Table 14. Italy 5G Edge Computing Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2024–2035
Table 15. Rest of Europe 5G Edge Computing Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2024–2035
Table 16. China 5G Edge Computing Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2024–2035
Table 17. India 5G Edge Computing Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2024–2035
Table 18. Japan 5G Edge Computing Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2024–2035
Table 19. Australia 5G Edge Computing Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2024–2035
Table 20. South Korea 5G Edge Computing Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2024–2035
Table 21. Brazil 5G Edge Computing Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2024–2035
Table 22. Mexico 5G Edge Computing Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2024–2035
Table 23. UAE 5G Edge Computing Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2024–2035
Table 24. Saudi Arabia 5G Edge Computing Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2024–2035
Table 25. South Africa 5G Edge Computing Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2024–2035
Table 26. Rest of Middle East & Africa 5G Edge Computing Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2024–2035
List of Figures
Figure 1. Global 5G Edge Computing Market, Research Methodology
Figure 2. Global 5G Edge Computing Market, Market Estimation Techniques
Figure 3. Global Market Size Estimates & Forecast Methods
Figure 4. Global 5G Edge Computing Market, Key Trends 2025
Figure 5. Global 5G Edge Computing Market, Growth Prospects 2024–2035
Figure 6. Global 5G Edge Computing Market, Porter’s Five Forces Model
Figure 7. Global 5G Edge Computing Market, PESTEL Analysis
Figure 8. Global 5G Edge Computing Market, Value Chain Analysis
Figure 9. 5G Edge Computing Market by Component, 2025 & 2035
Figure 10. 5G Edge Computing Market by Deployment Model, 2025 & 2035
Figure 11. 5G Edge Computing Market by Vertical, 2025 & 2035
Figure 12. 5G Edge Computing Market by Enterprise Size, 2025 & 2035
Figure 13. 5G Edge Computing Market by Application, 2025 & 2035
Figure 14. North America 5G Edge Computing Market, 2025 & 2035
Figure 15. Europe 5G Edge Computing Market, 2025 & 2035
Figure 16. Asia Pacific 5G Edge Computing Market, 2025 & 2035
Figure 17. Latin America 5G Edge Computing Market, 2025 & 2035
Figure 18. Middle East & Africa 5G Edge Computing Market, 2025 & 2035
Figure 19. Global 5G Edge Computing Market, Company Market Share Analysis (2025)

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