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PUBLISHER: The Business Research Company | PRODUCT CODE: 1716931
A computer microchip is a small, flat semiconductor that contains a complex network of electronic circuits. These circuits include transistors, resistors, capacitors, and other components that perform specific functions, such as processing data, storing information, or controlling devices.
The primary types of computer microchips include the central processing unit (CPU), graphics processing unit (GPU), memory chips, application-specific integrated circuits (ASICs), field-programmable gate arrays (FPGAs), and others. The CPU is the core component that executes instructions and manages other parts of the system, handling tasks ranging from basic operations to complex calculations. It is utilized in various applications such as data processing, graphics rendering, artificial intelligence and machine learning, networking and connectivity, sensor integration, and encryption and security. CPUs are employed across multiple industries, including consumer electronics, automotive, industrial, healthcare, aerospace and defense, telecommunications, and more.
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The computer microchip market size has grown rapidly in recent years. It will grow from $24.17 billion in 2024 to $26.85 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 11.0%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to increasing demand for consumer electronics, rise of personal computers, growth of the internet, increasing investment in R&D, adoption of internet of things (IoT).
The computer microchip market size is expected to see rapid growth in the next few years. It will grow to $40.31 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 10.7%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to advancements in semiconductor technology, growth of 5G networks, demand for edge computing, development of wearable technology, expansion of artificial intelligence (AI). Major trends in the forecast period include integration of more advanced security mechanisms, development of specialized chips, expansion of the internet of things (IoT) technology, development in smart devices, and adoption of smart home technologies.
The increasing adoption of consumer electronics is expected to drive the growth of the computer microchip market in the future. Consumer electronics are devices intended for personal use, primarily for entertainment, communication, and personal management, aiming to simplify everyday life with user-friendly technology. Several factors contribute to the rising adoption of consumer electronics, including enhanced connectivity, remote work and learning, affordability, and accessibility. Computer chips serve as the central processing units of these devices, managing operations and ensuring smooth performance. They handle connectivity and optimize power usage to extend battery life in portable electronics. For example, in May 2023, the Japan Electronics and Information Technology Industries Association reported that Japan's total electronic equipment production reached $4,919 million (¥771,457 million), with consumer electronics production at $204.67 million (¥32,099 million), up from $161.12 million (¥25,268 million) in May 2022. This increase in consumer electronics adoption is fueling the growth of the computer microchip market.
Leading companies in the computer microchip industry are focusing on developing advanced products such as high-bandwidth memory chips to meet the growing demand for faster data processing and high-performance computing. High-bandwidth memory (HBM) chips facilitate quicker data transfer and communication between memory and processors, offering a broader data path. For example, in February 2024, Samsung Electronics Co. Ltd., a South Korea-based consumer electronics firm, introduced the HBM3E 12H memory chip, which is the highest-capacity chip to date for AI applications. This chip provides an impressive bandwidth of up to 1,280 gigabytes per second (GBps) and a capacity of 36 gigabytes (GB), representing a 50% increase in bandwidth and capacity. As the first 12-stack HBM3E DRAM available, it meets the growing demands of AI and high-performance computing. Samsung's thermal compression non-conductive film (TC NCF) enables the 12-layer stack to maintain the same height as 8-layer configurations, effectively managing heat and reducing chip die warping, making it ideal for data centers and high-demand AI applications.
In April 2024, Microchip Technology Inc., a US-based computer microchip manufacturer, partnered with Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company Limited to enhance semiconductor manufacturing capabilities. This collaboration aims to improve stability and reduce the risk of supply disruptions for Microchip due to external factors such as business fluctuations and natural disasters. Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company Limited is a Taiwan-based semiconductor manufacturing company.
Major companies operating in the computer microchip market are Samsung Electronics Co. Ltd., Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company Limited, Intel Corporation, Qualcomm Incorporated, Micron Technology Inc., NVIDIA Corporation, Toshiba Corporation, Advanced Micro Devices Inc., Texas Instruments Incorporated, STMicroelectronics N.V., MediaTek Inc., Infineon Technologies AG, NXP Semiconductors N.V., Analog Devices Inc., Renesas Electronics Corporation, ON Semiconductor Corporation, Microchip Technology Inc., Marvell Technology Group Ltd., Cadence Design Systems Inc., Nuvoton Technology Corporation, Silicon Laboratories, Cypress Semiconductor Corporation
Asia-Pacific was the largest region in the computer microchip market in 2024. North America is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the computer microchip market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa.
The countries covered in the computer microchip market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.
The computer microchip market consists of sales of network interface cards, solid-state drive (SSD) controllers, microcontrollers, and embedded systems chips. Values in this market are 'factory gate' values, that is, the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors, and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods.
The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD, unless otherwise specified).
The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products.
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The forecasts are made after considering the major factors currently impacting the market. These include the Russia-Ukraine war, rising inflation, higher interest rates, and the legacy of the COVID-19 pandemic.