Mobile Computer Global Market Report 2026

A mobile computer is characterized as a small, lightweight, and portable device capable of performing computing operations. This category includes smartphones, laptops, tablets, and other devices equipped with operating systems that enable them to carry out basic functions akin to those of a desktop computer.

The primary components of mobile computers encompass hardware, software, and services. Hardware refers to the physical components of a computer system or electronic device, comprising tangible parts that constitute the machinery and equipment enabling the computer or device to function. These mobile computing devices find application across various enterprise sizes, including small and midsize businesses, as well as large businesses, and are utilized in diverse industries such as retail, manufacturing, healthcare, warehouses, and others.

Note that the outlook for this market is being affected by rapid changes in trade relations and tariffs globally. The report will be updated prior to delivery to reflect the latest status, including revised forecasts and quantified impact analysis. The report's Recommendations and Conclusions sections will be updated to give strategies for entities dealing with the fast-moving international environment.

Tariffs on semiconductors, display panels, and mobile hardware components have increased production and procurement costs for mobile computers, slowing supply chain efficiency and raising device prices across consumer, enterprise, and retail segments. Regions reliant on imported electronic parts, particularly Asia Pacific and Europe, face longer lead times and reduced flexibility in component sourcing. Despite these challenges, tariffs are encouraging localized manufacturing, diversification of suppliers, and innovation in cost efficient mobile computing designs that lower dependence on heavily tariffed imports.

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The mobile computer market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $6.77 billion in 2025 to $7.23 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.8%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to rise in smartphone and tablet penetration, demand for portable computing solutions, expansion of mobile application ecosystems, adoption of wireless connectivity technologies, growth in digital transformation initiatives.

The mobile computer market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $9.58 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.3%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to increasing use of cloud based mobile applications, rise in enterprise mobility solutions, growing adoption of rugged mobile devices, expansion of mobile workforce, increasing demand for secure mobile computing platforms. Major trends in the forecast period include rising integration of cloud connected mobile computing devices, increasing adoption of iot enabled portable computing solutions, growth in AI powered mobile device functionalities, expansion of intelligent manufacturing for mobile computing hardware, increasing use of ar vr enabled mobile computing platforms.

The growth of the mobile computer market is expected to be driven by the increasing penetration of the internet. The rising accessibility of the internet is anticipated to boost the demand for mobile computers, given their essential role in internet access and e-commerce transactions. For example, in November 2024, a report by the International Telecommunication Union (ITU), a Switzerland-based specialized UN agency, stated that 5.5 billion people were online in 2024. This accounts for 68% of the global population, up from 65% in 2023, with the year-on-year growth rate rising from 2.7% the previous year to 3.4% in 2024. Consequently, the expanding internet penetration is poised to positively influence the growth of the mobile computer market in the forecast period.

Companies operating in the mobile computer market are concentrating on technological advancements to solidify their market position. In June 2023, Zebra Technologies Corporation, a US-based mobile computing company specializing in real-time sensing, analyzing, and acting technologies, introduced the TC22/TC27, a robust mobile computer designed for businesses that previously relied on inferior devices. The TC22/TC27 is built to endure harsh environments, operating in temperatures between -10°C and +50°C, with resistance to tumbles, drops, and exposure to concrete. Featuring a large 6' FHD display, it enhances visibility for route optimization and micro-locations. Additionally, it is securely sealed with an IP68 rating, safeguarding it from dust and water.

In October 2024, Grid Dynamics Holdings, a U.S.-based technology consulting and product engineering firm, acquired Mobile Computing for an undisclosed amount. This acquisition is intended to boost Grid Dynamics' capabilities in the Americas, with a specific focus on manufacturing, consumer packaged goods (CPG), and financial services sectors. By incorporating Mobile Computing's software development expertise, Grid Dynamics aims to strengthen its delivery model and expand its client base. Mobile Computing is an Argentina-based software development company.

Major companies operating in the mobile computer market are Motorola, HP, Zebra Technologies, Honeywell International Inc., Advantech, Datalogic, Janam Technologies, Handheld Group, JLT Mobile Computers, Opticon Sensors Europe B.V., AsiaTek Computer, Hitachi, Sony, Lenovo, Xiaomi, Oppo, Vivo, ZTE, TCL, Haier, Hisense, Meizu, Apple Inc, Samsung Electronics Co. Ltd., Huawei Technologies Co. Ltd., Dell Technologies Inc, AsusTek Computer Inc, LG Electronics Inc, Toshiba Corporation, Prestigio, Micromax, Allview, Fly, Explay, General Mobile, Texet, Vertex

North America was the largest region in the mobile computer market in 2025. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the mobile computer market report are Asia-Pacific, South East Asia, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa.

The countries covered in the mobile computer market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Taiwan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

The mobile computer market consists of sales of handheld terminals scanning bar codes, documenting service, and integrating voice communications and GPS. 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.

Mobile Computer Market Global Report 2026 from The Business Research Company provides strategists, marketers and senior management with the critical information they need to assess the market.

This report focuses mobile computer market which is experiencing strong growth. The report gives a guide to the trends which will be shaping the market over the next ten years and beyond.

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The report covers market characteristics, size and growth, segmentation, regional and country breakdowns, total addressable market (TAM), market attractiveness score (MAS), competitive landscape, market shares, company scoring matrix, trends and strategies for this market. It traces the market's historic and forecast market growth by geography.

• The market characteristics section of the report defines and explains the market. This section also examines key products and services offered in the market, evaluates brand-level differentiation, compares product features, and highlights major innovation and product development trends.
• The supply chain analysis section provides an overview of the entire value chain, including key raw materials, resources, and supplier analysis. It also provides a list competitor at each level of the supply chain.
• The updated trends and strategies section analyses the shape of the market as it evolves and highlights emerging technology trends such as digital transformation, automation, sustainability initiatives, and AI-driven innovation. It suggests how companies can leverage these advancements to strengthen their market position and achieve competitive differentiation.
• The regulatory and investment landscape section provides an overview of the key regulatory frameworks, regularity bodies, associations, and government policies influencing the market. It also examines major investment flows, incentives, and funding trends shaping industry growth and innovation.
• The market size section gives the market size ($b) covering both the historic growth of the market, and forecasting its development.
• The forecasts are made after considering the major factors currently impacting the market. These include the technological advancements such as AI and automation, Russia-Ukraine war, trade tariffs (government-imposed import/export duties), elevated inflation and interest rates.
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• Market segmentations break down the market into sub markets.
• The regional and country breakdowns section gives an analysis of the market in each geography and the size of the market by geography and compares their historic and forecast growth.
• Expanded geographical coverage includes Taiwan and Southeast Asia, reflecting recent supply chain realignments and manufacturing shifts in the region. This section analyzes how these markets are becoming increasingly important hubs in the global value chain.
• The competitive landscape chapter gives a description of the competitive nature of the market, market shares, and a description of the leading companies. Key financial deals which have shaped the market in recent years are identified.
• The company scoring matrix section evaluates and ranks leading companies based on a multi-parameter framework that includes market share or revenues, product innovation, and brand recognition.

Scope

• Markets Covered:1) By Component: Hardware; Software; Services
• 2) By Enterprise Size: Small And Midsize Businesses; Large Businesses
• 3) By Industry: Retail; Manufacturing; Healthcare; Warehouse; Other Industries
• Subsegments:
• 1) By Hardware: Processors; Memory; Storage Devices; Display Screens; Input Devices (Keyboards; Touchscreens); Battery Packs; Connectivity Modules (Wi-Fi; Bluetooth; Cellular)
• 2) By Software: Operating Systems; Application Software; Security Software; Development Tools; Middleware
• 3) By Services: Technical Support; Maintenance And Repair; Consulting Services; Installation Services; Cloud Services
• Companies Mentioned: Motorola; HP; Zebra Technologies; Honeywell International Inc.; Advantech; Datalogic; Janam Technologies; Handheld Group; JLT Mobile Computers; Opticon Sensors Europe B.V.; AsiaTek Computer; Hitachi; Sony; Lenovo; Xiaomi; Oppo; Vivo; ZTE; TCL; Haier; Hisense; Meizu; Apple Inc; Samsung Electronics Co. Ltd.; Huawei Technologies Co. Ltd.; Dell Technologies Inc; AsusTek Computer Inc; LG Electronics Inc; Toshiba Corporation; Prestigio; Micromax; Allview; Fly; Explay; General Mobile; Texet; Vertex
• Countries: Australia; Brazil; China; France; Germany; India; Indonesia; Japan; Taiwan; Russia; South Korea; UK; USA; Canada; Italy; Spain.
• Regions: Asia-Pacific; South East Asia; Western Europe; Eastern Europe; North America; South America; Middle East; Africa
• Time Series: Five years historic and ten years forecast.
• Data: Ratios of market size and growth to related markets, GDP proportions, expenditure per capita,
• Data Segmentations: country and regional historic and forecast data, market share of competitors, market segments.
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