System-on-Module (SoM)

Global System-on-Module (SoM) Market to Reach US$1.9 Billion by 2030

The global market for System-on-Module (SoM) estimated at US$1.3 Billion in the year 2024, is expected to reach US$1.9 Billion by 2030, growing at a CAGR of 7.3% over the analysis period 2024-2030. ARM Architecture, one of the segments analyzed in the report, is expected to record a 8.6% CAGR and reach US$1.2 Billion by the end of the analysis period. Growth in the X86 Architecture segment is estimated at 5.0% CAGR over the analysis period.

The U.S. Market is Estimated at US$343.5 Million While China is Forecast to Grow at 11.6% CAGR

The System-on-Module (SoM) market in the U.S. is estimated at US$343.5 Million in the year 2024. China, the world`s second largest economy, is forecast to reach a projected market size of US$410.0 Million by the year 2030 trailing a CAGR of 11.6% over the analysis period 2024-2030. Among the other noteworthy geographic markets are Japan and Canada, each forecast to grow at a CAGR of 3.5% and 7.1% respectively over the analysis period. Within Europe, Germany is forecast to grow at approximately 4.8% CAGR.

Global System-on-Module (SoM) Market – Key Trends & Drivers Summarized

Why Is System-on-Module Technology Crucial in Embedded Design Today?
System-on-Module (SoM) technology has become a foundational building block in embedded systems engineering. SoMs integrate key processing functions—such as CPU, RAM, storage, and interfaces—into a single compact module, allowing designers to offload complex processing tasks while simplifying system integration. This modularity accelerates product development timelines and reduces hardware complexity, making SoMs ideal for applications in industrial automation, robotics, medical devices, smart transportation, and IoT.

The demand for performance scalability and space-efficient hardware in edge computing environments is propelling the adoption of SoMs. By offering a plug-and-play approach to high-performance processing, SoMs enable designers to focus on application-specific development, ensuring faster time-to-market and long-term flexibility. As embedded systems become more intelligent and connected, SoMs are evolving into enablers of rapid innovation.

How Are Technological Advancements Enhancing SoM Capabilities?
The continuous evolution of semiconductor technology is driving the development of more powerful and energy-efficient SoMs. Multi-core processors, AI accelerators, and support for real-time operating systems (RTOS) are now standard in many SoMs, enabling high-speed data processing in compact designs. Integration with machine learning cores, GPU units, and DSPs is making SoMs highly suitable for vision, control, and analytics tasks.

Additionally, SoMs now support a wide range of interfaces—such as PCIe, USB 3.0, Ethernet, and HDMI—allowing seamless integration with peripherals and custom carrier boards. Advances in thermal design and low-power operation are further expanding their use in rugged environments. Support for Yocto, Linux, Android, and Windows embedded platforms is making development accessible across software ecosystems, enhancing cross-industry adoption.

Where Are System-on-Modules Seeing Expanding Use Beyond Industrial Settings?
SoMs are gaining ground in consumer electronics, smart city infrastructure, and defense systems. In the healthcare sector, they power portable diagnostic tools, wearable monitors, and surgical robotics. In transportation, they are used in ADAS systems, railway control panels, and in-vehicle infotainment. Smart agriculture is adopting SoMs in drones and precision farming equipment for real-time data analytics and automation.

Moreover, the rapid rise of AI at the edge is creating demand for SoMs equipped with neural processing units (NPUs), capable of real-time inferencing on small form factors. Startups and OEMs in the prototyping phase are also leveraging SoMs to minimize risk and scale efficiently. As computing becomes decentralized and device intelligence moves to the edge, SoMs are finding application in virtually every connected product.

The Growth in the System-on-Module Market Is Driven by Several Factors…
It is driven by the need for compact, flexible, and scalable embedded computing solutions, the rise of edge AI, and advances in semiconductor integration. Industries embracing automation and IoT are increasingly turning to SoMs to reduce development time and customize system capabilities.

The proliferation of low-power, high-performance ARM and x86-based SoMs is expanding design choices. Modularization trends in embedded development, combined with open-source software support and standardized form factors (like COM Express and Qseven), are further streamlining integration. Growing demand from automotive, healthcare, and smart infrastructure applications is reinforcing SoM adoption across global markets.

SCOPE OF STUDY:

The report analyzes the System-on-Module (SoM) market in terms of units by the following Segments, and Geographic Regions/Countries:

Segments:
Type (ARM Architecture, X86 Architecture, Power Architecture); Standard (COM Express Standard, SMARC Standard, Qseven Standard, ETX / XTX Standard, COM-HPC Standard, Other Standards); Application (Industrial Automation Application, Medical Application, Entertainment Application, Transportation Application, Test & Measurement Application, Other Applications)

Geographic Regions/Countries:
World; United States; Canada; Japan; China; Europe (France; Germany; Italy; United Kingdom; Spain; Russia; and Rest of Europe); Asia-Pacific (Australia; India; South Korea; and Rest of Asia-Pacific); Latin America (Argentina; Brazil; Mexico; and Rest of Latin America); Middle East (Iran; Israel; Saudi Arabia; United Arab Emirates; and Rest of Middle East); and Africa.

Select Competitors (Total 42 Featured) -

• AAEON Technology Inc.
• ADLINK Technology Inc.
• Avalue Technology Inc.
• Avnet, Inc.
• Axiomtek Co., Ltd.
• Congatec AG
• Connect Tech Inc.
• DFI Inc.
• EMAC, Inc.
• Forlinx Embedded Co., Ltd.
• iWave Systems Technologies Pvt. Ltd.
• Kontron AG
• Microchip Technology Inc.
• NXP Semiconductors N.V.
• Portwell Inc.
• Renesas Electronics Corporation
• SolidRun Ltd.
• Toradex Systems (India) Pvt. Ltd.
• Variscite Ltd.
• Xilinx Inc. (AMD)

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