The global 5G chipset market size reached USD 7.9 Billion in 2024. Looking forward, IMARC Group expects the market to reach USD 85.4 Billion by 2033, exhibiting a growth rate (CAGR) of 30.2% during 2025-2033. The market is experiencing steady growth driven by the escalating demand for high-speed internet and advanced data services across various sectors, the widespread adoption of IoT devices, and substantial investments and supportive government policies for 5G network deployment. Asia Pacific accounts for the largest 5G chipset market share in the world.
Global 5G Chipset Market Analysis:
Major Market Drivers: The escalating demand for high-speed internet and advanced data services is primarily driving the growth of the market. In addition to this, the widespread adoption of IoT devices, smart city initiatives, and the acceleration of industrial automation is also contributing to the market growth.
Key Market Trends: The growing trend towards the integration of 5G chipsets in consumer electronics, particularly smartphones, and in commercial sectors for IoT and industrial automation is augmenting the market growth. Moreover, the introduction of energy-efficient and cost-effective chipset solutions is creating a positive outlook for the future of the 5G chipset market.
Geographical Trends: The Asia-Pacific region, particularly countries such as China and South Korea, holds the largest 5G chipset market share due to rapid network deployment and government support. This region has been at the forefront of 5G deployment, with extensive network rollouts and a high adoption rate of 5G-enabled devices.
Competitive Landscape: Some of the leading players in the global 5G chipset industry include Broadcom Inc., Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd., Infineon Technologies Ag, Intel Corporation, Mediatek Inc., Nokia Corporation, Qorvo, Qualcomm Technologies, Inc., Samsung Electronics Co. Ltd., Xilinx Inc, among others.
Challenges and Opportunities: The market faces challenges, such as high infrastructure costs and the need for standardization across regions. However, these challenges present opportunities for innovation in cost-effective solutions and the development of universal standards to foster global market expansion. Government initiatives in various countries offer substantial opportunities for market growth through investments and supportive policies.
Global 5G Chipset Market Trends:
Increasing Demand for High-Speed Internet and Data Services
The global market is significantly driven by the escalating demand for high-speed internet and advanced data services. Furthermore, the proliferation of IoT devices, smart cities, and industrial automation is also augmenting the need for 5G chipsets. Several smart city projects and initiatives are underway around the world, and it is expected that by 2025, there will be around 30 global smart cities, with half of these located in North America and Europe. These steps are supported by global investments, which, according to the OECD, are expected to total US$ 1.8 Trillion in urban infrastructure projects between 2010 and 2030. This, in turn, is driving the demand for 5G chipsets for smart city connectivity applications. Moreover, the rapid expansion of mobile networks and increasing smartphone penetration are contributing to this trend. The global number of smartphone users was forecast to continuously increase between 2024 and 2029 by, in total, 1.5 billion users (+30.6 %). After the fifteenth consecutive increasing year, the smartphone user base is estimated to reach 6.4 billion users and, therefore, a new peak in 2029. Furthermore, the growing appetite for streaming services, online gaming, and real-time data access necessitates robust and fast connectivity solutions, which they can provide.
Technological Advancements in Semiconductor and Telecommunication Industries
Ongoing technological advancements in the semiconductor and telecommunication sectors are also propelling the growth of the market. Continuous innovation in chipset design, including the development of smaller, more efficient, and cost-effective components, is creating a positive outlook for the overall market. Additionally, various telecom operators are acquiring spectrums to increase their 5G connection coverage. For instance, in August 2022, in India's first 5G spectrum auction, Airtel paid INR 43,084 crore for 19,800 MHz spectrum. In the past 20 years, spectrum bands 900 MHz, 2100 MHz, 1800 MHz, 3300 MHz, and 26 GHz have been acquired through auctions. It obtained a pan-India footprint in the 3.5 GHz and 26 GHz bands. According to the company, this is the ideal spectrum bank for the best 5G experience, with 100x capacity enhancement done strategically at the lowest cost. Moreover, various key market players are also collaborating with each other to improve 5G infrastructure. For example, ABB and Ericsson collaborated to realize Thailand's Industry 4.0 ambition and facilitate future flexible production with automation systems and wireless communications. The focus areas include ABB's Robotics & Discrete Automation, Industrial Automation, and Motion business areas and ABB Ability TM Platform Services. The collaboration covers 5G-enabled Augmented Reality Lenses for remote commissioning in manufacturing environments in addition to global NB-IoT connected motors and drives through Ericsson Communication Service Provider partners and its IoT-Accelerator platform. Furthermore, advances in semiconductor technology, such as the transition to smaller nanometre process nodes, are enhancing their performance and energy efficiency, which is anticipated to propel the 5G chipset market growth.
Government Initiatives and Investment in 5G Infrastructure
Government policies and investments are playing a pivotal role in driving the market growth. Numerous countries are actively promoting the deployment of 5G networks as part of their digital transformation agendas, providing financial and regulatory support to accelerate this process. For instance, according to IBEF data, the Government of India has set an ambitious target of increasing manufacturing output contribution to GDP to 25% by 2025, up from 16%. The Smart Advanced Manufacturing and Rapid Transformation Hub (SAMARTH) Udyog Bharat 4.0 initiative aims to raise awareness of Industry 4.0 in the Indian manufacturing industry and assist stakeholders in addressing smart manufacturing challenges. Furthermore, governments are facilitating the allocation of 5G spectrum bands, crucial for the efficient operation of 5G networks and, by extension, the performance of 5G chipsets.
5G Chipset Industry Segmentation:
IMARC Group provides an analysis of the key trends in each segment of the market, along with forecasts at the global, regional, and country levels for 2025-2033. Our report has categorized the market based on chipset type, operational frequency, and end user.
Breakup by Chipset Type:
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