The global 5G chipset market size is anticipated to reach USD 143.69 billion by 2030, expanding at a CAGR of 20.7% from 2024 to 2030, according to a new report by Grand View Research, Inc. With the increasing demand for 5G-enabled devices, there is a growing need for more powerful and efficient 5G chipsets that can support these devices. To improve performance and efficiency, many chipsets are being designed with built-in Artificial Intelligence (AI) capabilities, which allow devices to process data more quickly and accurately and make more intelligent decisions.
Additionally, there is an increasing focus on the development of specialized 5G chipsets for specific use cases, such as IoT devices, automotive applications, and virtual and augmented reality applications, which bodes well for the market growth. The rising demand for high-speed internet is a major driving force behind the growth of the market. With the increasing popularity of bandwidth-intensive applications such as high-quality video streaming, virtual and augmented reality, and cloud gaming, there is a need for faster and more reliable internet connectivity.
The 5G network is designed to provide significantly faster download and upload speeds, lower latency, and greater capacity than previous generations of wireless networks. As a result, there is a growing need for 5G chipsets that can enable high-speed internet connectivity for a wide range of devices, including smartphones, laptops, and IoT devices.
With the rollout of 5G networks in many parts of the world, consumers are increasingly looking for devices that can take advantage of the new technology. 5G smartphones offer faster download and upload speeds, lower latency, and greater capacity than previous generations of smartphones, allowing users to enjoy faster and more reliable internet connectivity. As a result, there is a growing need for 5G chipsets that can power these devices, enabling them to provide the high-speed connectivity that users demand.
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Based on type, the RFICs segment dominated the market in 2023. The rising complexity of smartphones, which necessitates the use of additional RF transceiver ICs to support numerous antennas for features such as 4G/5G connection, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, GPS, and NFC, is a major factor driving the segment growth.
Based on operating frequency, the Sub-6 GHz segment dominated the market in 2023. Increasing use of Sub-6 GHz technologies to provide comprehensive coverage in urban and rural regions, since these frequency bands offer more range and penetration than higher mmWave bands, is a primary factor driving the segment growth.
Based on processing node type, the 7 nm segment dominated the market in 2023. The increasing use of the 7 nm technology node in chip design, which offers lower power consumption, greater switching performance, and higher density, is a primary factor driving the segment growth.
Based on deployment type, the smartphones segment dominated the market in 2023. The segment's growth is mostly attributed to the rising customer demand for mobile connection that is both quicker and more dependable.
Based on vertical, the IT & telecommunication segment dominated the market in 2023. Significant factors influencing the segment growth include major manufacturers' extensive efforts in developing 5G chipset modules for telecom base stations, and other communication equipment’s.
The Asia Pacific region dominated the market in 2023 owing to the rising demand for high-speed connection by consumers and the growing usage of modern technologies such as IoT, AI, and cloud computing.
In September 2023, Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. announced an agreement with Apple Inc. to provide Snapdragon 5G Modem-RF Systems for upcoming smartphone releases spanning 2024 through 2026. This partnership reinforces Qualcomm Technologies, Inc.’s continued dominance in 5G technologies and product innovation.
Grand View Research has segmented the global 5G chipset market based on type, operating frequency, processing node type, deployment, vertical, and region:
5G Chipset Type Outlook (Revenue, USD Million, 2019 - 2030)
Modems
RFICs
RF Transceivers
RF FE
Others
5G Chipset Operating Frequency Outlook (Revenue, USD Million, 2019 - 2030)
Sub-6 GHz
24-39 GHz
Above 39 GHz
5G Chipset Processing Node Type Outlook (Revenue, USD Million, 2019 - 2030)
7 nm
10 nm
Others
5G Chipset Deployment Type Outlook (Revenue, USD Million, 2019 - 2030)
Telecom Base Station Equipment
Smartphones/Tablets
Single-Mode
Standalone
Non-Standalone
Multi-Mode
Connected Vehicles
Single-Mode
Standalone
Non-Standalone
Multi-Mode
Connected Devices
Single-Mode
Standalone
Non-Standalone
Multi-Mode
Broadband Access Gateway Devices
Single-Mode
Standalone
Non-Standalone
Multi-Mode
Others
Single-Mode
Standalone
Non-Standalone
Multi-Mode
5G Chipset Vertical Outlook (Revenue, USD Million, 2019 - 2030)
Manufacturing
Energy & Utilities
Media & Entertainment
IT & Telecom
Transportation & Logistics
Healthcare
Others
5G Chipset Regional Outlook (Revenue, USD Million, 2019 - 2030)
North America
U.S.
Canada
Mexico
Europe
UK
Germany
Sweden
Asia Pacific
China
India
Japan
South Korea
Australia
Latin America
Brazil
Middle East & Africa
Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
UAE
South Africa
List of Key Players in the 5G Chipset Market
Huawei Technologies, Inc.
MediaTek Inc.
Intel Corporation
Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd.
Infineon Technologies AG
Qualcomm Technologies, Inc.
Unisoc Communications Inc.
Qorvo, Inc.
Murata Manufacturing Co., Ltd.
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