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Personal computer cards and modems are hardware components designed to support connectivity and communication in computing devices, enabling systems to connect to wired or wireless networks and transmit data effectively. PC cards offer expandable interface capabilities for laptops and legacy systems, whereas modems translate digital signals into formats suitable for transmission over telecommunication networks. These components ensure dependable data exchange, network connectivity, and interoperability within client computing environments.
The principal product categories in personal computer cards and modems include memory cards, modems, network interface cards, embedded communication modules, and other product types. Memory cards are storage components designed to enhance data capacity in personal computers and support efficient data transfer. These products are available in multiple form factors, such as internal, external, removable (PC card slot), and integrated (motherboard-level), and are based on technologies including wired communication technology, wireless communication technology, broadband technology, cellular technology, and others. They are distributed through both online and offline channels and are utilized across applications such as residential, commercial, industrial, education, and government sectors.
Tariffs are affecting the personal computer cards and modems market by increasing the cost of semiconductor components, communication modules, and networking devices, thereby elevating manufacturing and retail pricing. This impact is most prominent in hardware segments such as network interface cards, cellular modems, and embedded communication modules, particularly in regions like Asia-Pacific and North America that are closely tied to global electronics supply chains. Usage across residential, commercial, and industrial sectors is experiencing slower adoption due to increased device costs and supply limitations. However, tariffs are also promoting localized electronics production, stimulating innovation in affordable wireless communication technologies, and encouraging supply chain diversification to improve resilience and reduce reliance on imports.
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The personal computer cards and modems market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $7.09 billion in 2025 to $7.47 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.3%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to rise of broadband internet adoption, expansion of laptop and personal computing usage, need for portable connectivity solutions, growth of enterprise networking requirements, evolution of dial up to broadband transition.
The personal computer cards and modems market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $9.26 billion by 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.5%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to expansion of iot connected devices ecosystem, increasing demand for high speed wireless connectivity, growth of edge computing enabled devices, rising adoption of hybrid work computing environments, advancement in 5G and private network infrastructure. Major trends in the forecast period include 5G and advanced cellular modem integration, wi fi 6 and wi fi 7 enabled connectivity modules, usb based plug and play networking expansion, embedded ioT communication modules adoption, edge enabled wireless network interface card evolution.
The rising demand for high-speed internet connectivity is expected to propel the growth of the personal computer memory cards and modems market going forward. High-speed internet connectivity refers to the availability of fast and reliable internet access that enables efficient data transmission for activities such as streaming, cloud computing, online gaming, and video conferencing. High-speed internet connectivity is increasing due to the rising demand for data-intensive applications such as video streaming, cloud computing, online gaming, and remote work, which require faster and more reliable network performance. Personal computer memory cards and modems support high-speed internet connectivity by enabling efficient data storage, processing, and transmission between devices and networks, ensuring faster access to digital applications and services. For instance, in November 2025, according to Ofcom, a UK-based regulator for telecommunications, media, and broadcasting, gigabit-capable broadband network coverage across UK residential premises increased to 87%, up from 83% in 2024. Therefore, the increasing demand for high-speed internet connectivity is driving the growth of the personal computer memory cards and modems market.
Key operating companies in the personal computer memory cards and modems market are focusing on technological advancements in high-speed data transmission modems, including improvements in power efficiency, to strengthen competitiveness, enhance device performance, and meet rising demand for faster and more reliable connectivity solutions across consumer and enterprise applications. Power efficiency enhancement refers to improving a device's capability to deliver higher performance while consuming reduced electrical energy. For example, in January 2024, Micron Technology, a US-based semiconductor firm specializing in memory and storage solutions, introduced LPCAMM2 (Low Power Compression Attached Memory Module) for laptops, designed to provide higher performance, improved power efficiency, and a compact form factor. The module is based on LPDDR5X DRAM technology and delivers significantly faster data transfer speeds, reduced power consumption, and up to 64% space savings compared to traditional SODIMM modules. Additionally, the solution supports modularity and upgradeability, enabling flexible system design, improved battery life, and enhanced performance for next-generation and AI-enabled laptops.
In June 2025, CMS Distribution Limited, a UK-based technology distribution firm, entered a strategic partnership with Lexar Co., Ltd. for an undisclosed value. Through this collaboration, CMS Distribution seeks to broaden its memory and storage portfolio across the UK and Europe, reinforcing its footprint in the personal computer memory cards and modems market while improving product availability via its distribution network. Lexar Co., Ltd. is a US-based technology company specializing in high-performance memory solutions, including memory cards, USB flash drives, SSDs, and storage products for consumer and professional applications.
Major companies operating in the personal computer cards and modems market are Samsung Electronics Co. Ltd., Qualcomm Technologies Inc., ZTE Corporation, Quectel Wireless Solutions Co. Ltd., Fibocom Wireless Inc., NETGEAR Inc., Digi International Inc., Telit Cinterion Deutschland GmbH, Hitron Technologies Inc., Inseego Corp., D-Link Corporation, Lantronix Inc., TRENDnet Inc., Option NV, Raveon Technologies Corporation, Radicom Research Inc., Multi-Tech Systems Inc., Gateworks Corporation, Bausch Datacom NV, Nimbus Technologies Private Limited
North America was the largest region in the personal computer memory cards and modems market in 2025. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the personal computer cards and modems market report are Asia-Pacific, South East Asia, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa.
The countries covered in the personal computer cards and modems market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Taiwan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.
The personal computer cards and modems market consists of sales internal and external modems, wireless network interface cards, and embedded communication modules. 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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