Semiconductor IP Market - Global Industry Size, Share, Trends, Opportunity, and Forecast, Segmented By Type, By Architecture Design, By End User, By Region & Competition, 2020-2030F

Description

Global Semiconductor IP Market was valued at USD 7.01 Billion in 2024 and is anticipated to reach USD 10.22 Billion by 2030 with a CAGR of 6.33% through 2030. The Semiconductor Intellectual Property (IP) market encompasses the trade and licensing of pre-designed and pre-verified blocks of semiconductor technology used to develop integrated circuits (ICs). These IP cores, or building blocks, include processors, memory controllers, interfaces, and other critical components that can be integrated into a larger semiconductor design. The market is pivotal for enabling semiconductor companies to expedite the design process, reduce costs, and mitigate risks associated with developing complex ICs from scratch. Semiconductor IP vendors provide these essential components to chip manufacturers, who incorporate them into their custom designs to create a wide array of electronic products. This market is driven by the rapid advancement in technology, demanding higher performance, lower power consumption, and increased functionality in smaller form factors. Applications span across various industries, including consumer electronics, automotive, telecommunications, and industrial sectors, underscoring the market's broad relevance.

Market Overview
Forecast Period	2026-2030
Market Size 2024	USD 7.01 Billion
Market Size 2030	USD 10.22 Billion
CAGR 2025-2030	6.33%
Fastest Growing Segment	Telecommunications
Largest Market	Asia Pacific

Key Market Drivers

Increasing Complexity of Semiconductor Designs

The growing complexity of semiconductor designs is a significant driver of the global Semiconductor IP market. As technology advances, the demand for more sophisticated, high-performance, and feature-rich integrated circuits (ICs) continues to escalate. Modern electronic devices, ranging from smartphones to autonomous vehicles, require intricate semiconductor designs that integrate multiple functionalities into a single chip. This complexity necessitates the use of pre-designed and verified semiconductor IP blocks to streamline the development process.

The traditional approach of designing every component from scratch is not feasible given the time-to-market pressures and the technical challenges involved. Semiconductor IP cores offer a solution by providing pre-tested, reliable building blocks that designers can integrate into their custom designs. These IP cores, which include processors, memory controllers, and interface blocks, significantly reduce development time and effort, allowing semiconductor companies to focus on innovation and differentiation.

The average number of transistors in leading-edge chips has surpassed 50 billion with 5nm process nodes as of 2024.
7nm and 5nm nodes are adopted by over 60% of advanced chip designers, requiring verified IP cores to reduce design complexity.
Designing a modern SoC (System-on-Chip) from scratch takes 12-18 months, while using IP cores can reduce development time by 30-50%.
The number of reusable IP blocks per SoC design has increased by 40% over the last five years.
Over 70% of chip design teams report using third-party IP cores to meet time-to-market requirements in competitive consumer electronics markets.

The transition to advanced manufacturing processes, such as 7nm and 5nm nodes, further complicates semiconductor design. These nodes demand precision and efficiency, which can be challenging to achieve without the aid of specialized IP cores. Semiconductor IP providers continuously develop and update their offerings to support these advanced nodes, ensuring compatibility and performance optimization. This capability is crucial for semiconductor companies striving to stay competitive in a rapidly evolving market.

Key Market Challenges

Intellectual Property Protection and Security

The global Semiconductor IP market faces significant challenges related to intellectual property protection and security. Given that semiconductor IP cores are critical building blocks for developing integrated circuits (ICs), safeguarding these valuable assets is paramount. However, the pervasive issue of IP theft and counterfeiting poses a substantial threat to market players. Companies invest considerable resources in research and development to create innovative IP cores, and the illegal copying or unauthorized use of these assets can lead to significant financial losses and competitive disadvantages.

The globalization of the semiconductor supply chain exacerbates the challenge of IP protection. With design, manufacturing, and assembly often occurring in different parts of the world, ensuring consistent IP security standards across various jurisdictions becomes increasingly complex. Differences in legal frameworks, enforcement mechanisms, and levels of IP protection can create vulnerabilities that malicious actors may exploit.

To address these challenges, semiconductor IP providers must implement robust IP protection strategies, including comprehensive licensing agreements, the use of encryption and obfuscation techniques, and regular audits of partners and suppliers. Additionally, industry-wide collaboration to enhance IP protection standards and advocacy for stronger global IP laws are crucial for mitigating risks. Despite these efforts, maintaining stringent IP security in a rapidly evolving technological landscape remains a persistent and daunting challenge.

Key Market Trends

Rise of AI and Machine Learning Applications

The surge in artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) applications is significantly shaping the global Semiconductor IP market. AI and ML require powerful computational capabilities, often achieved through specialized hardware accelerators. Semiconductor IP vendors are now focusing on developing IP cores tailored for AI and ML workloads, such as neural network processors and tensor processing units (TPUs).

These specialized IP cores enable efficient processing of complex AI algorithms, enhancing performance and energy efficiency. As industries like healthcare, automotive, and finance increasingly adopt AI-driven solutions, the demand for AI-optimized semiconductor IP is expected to grow. The integration of AI capabilities into consumer electronics, smart home devices, and industrial automation further propels this trend.

Advancements in AI hardware IP are driving innovations in edge computing. By enabling AI processing at the device level rather than relying on cloud-based solutions, semiconductor IP vendors are meeting the growing need for low-latency, real-time data processing. This trend underscores the pivotal role of semiconductor IP in advancing AI technology and its applications across various sectors.

Key Market Players

Arm Limited
Synopsys, Inc.
Cadence Design Systems, Inc.
Imagination Technologies Limited
CEVA, Inc.
Rambus Inc.
Advanced Micro Devices Inc.
Sperling Media Group LLC
Dolphin Design SAS

Report Scope:

In this report, the Global Semiconductor IP Market has been segmented into the following categories, in addition to the industry trends which have also been detailed below:

Semiconductor IP Market, By Type:

Verification IP
ASIC
Memory IP
Interface IP
Processor IP

Semiconductor IP Market, By Architecture Design:

Hard IP Core
Soft IP Core

Semiconductor IP Market, By End User:

Healthcare
Telecommunications
Automotive
Consumer Electronics
Others

Semiconductor IP Market, By Region:

North America
- United States
- Canada
- Mexico
Europe
- France
- United Kingdom
- Italy
- Germany
- Spain
- Belgium
Asia-Pacific
- China
- India
- Japan
- Australia
- South Korea
- Indonesia
- Vietnam
South America
- Brazil
- Argentina
- Colombia
- Chile
- Peru
Middle East & Africa
- South Africa
- Saudi Arabia
- UAE
- Turkey
- Israel

Competitive Landscape

Company Profiles: Detailed analysis of the major companies present in the Global Semiconductor IP Market.

Available Customizations:

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1. Product Overview

1.1. Market Definition
1.2. Scope of the Market
- 1.2.1. Markets Covered
- 1.2.2. Years Considered for Study
- 1.2.3. Key Market Segmentations

2. Research Methodology

2.1. Objective of the Study
2.2. Baseline Methodology
2.3. Formulation of the Scope
2.4. Assumptions and Limitations
2.5. Sources of Research
- 2.5.1. Secondary Research
- 2.5.2. Primary Research
2.6. Approach for the Market Study
- 2.6.1. The Bottom-Up Approach
- 2.6.2. The Top-Down Approach
2.7. Methodology Followed for Calculation of Market Size & Market Shares
2.8. Forecasting Methodology
- 2.8.1. Data Triangulation & Validation

3. Executive Summary

4. Voice of Customer

5. Global Semiconductor IP Market Overview

6. Global Semiconductor IP Market Outlook

6.1. Market Size & Forecast
- 6.1.1. By Value
6.2. Market Share & Forecast
- 6.2.1. By Type (Verification IP, ASIC, Memory IP, Interface IP, and Processor IP)
- 6.2.2. By Architecture Design (Hard IP Core and Soft IP Core)
- 6.2.3. By End User (Healthcare, Telecommunications, Automotive, Consumer Electronics, and Others)
- 6.2.4. By Region (North America, Europe, South America, Middle East & Africa, Asia Pacific)
6.3. By Company (2024)
6.4. Market Map

7. North America Semiconductor IP Market Outlook

7.1. Market Size & Forecast
- 7.1.1. By Value
7.2. Market Share & Forecast
- 7.2.1. By Type
- 7.2.2. By Architecture Design
- 7.2.3. By End User
- 7.2.4. By Country
7.3. North America: Country Analysis
- 7.3.1. United States Semiconductor IP Market Outlook
  - 7.3.1.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 7.3.1.1.1. By Value
  - 7.3.1.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 7.3.1.2.1. By Type
    - 7.3.1.2.2. By Architecture Design
    - 7.3.1.2.3. By End User
- 7.3.2. Canada Semiconductor IP Market Outlook
  - 7.3.2.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 7.3.2.1.1. By Value
  - 7.3.2.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 7.3.2.2.1. By Type
    - 7.3.2.2.2. By Architecture Design
    - 7.3.2.2.3. By End User
- 7.3.3. Mexico Semiconductor IP Market Outlook
  - 7.3.3.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 7.3.3.1.1. By Value
  - 7.3.3.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 7.3.3.2.1. By Type
    - 7.3.3.2.2. By Architecture Design
    - 7.3.3.2.3. By End User

8. Europe Semiconductor IP Market Outlook

8.1. Market Size & Forecast
- 8.1.1. By Value
8.2. Market Share & Forecast
- 8.2.1. By Type
- 8.2.2. By Architecture Design
- 8.2.3. By End User
- 8.2.4. By Country
8.3. Europe: Country Analysis
- 8.3.1. Germany Semiconductor IP Market Outlook
  - 8.3.1.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 8.3.1.1.1. By Value
  - 8.3.1.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 8.3.1.2.1. By Type
    - 8.3.1.2.2. By Architecture Design
    - 8.3.1.2.3. By End User
- 8.3.2. France Semiconductor IP Market Outlook
  - 8.3.2.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 8.3.2.1.1. By Value
  - 8.3.2.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 8.3.2.2.1. By Type
    - 8.3.2.2.2. By Architecture Design
    - 8.3.2.2.3. By End User
- 8.3.3. United Kingdom Semiconductor IP Market Outlook
  - 8.3.3.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 8.3.3.1.1. By Value
  - 8.3.3.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 8.3.3.2.1. By Type
    - 8.3.3.2.2. By Architecture Design
    - 8.3.3.2.3. By End User
- 8.3.4. Italy Semiconductor IP Market Outlook
  - 8.3.4.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 8.3.4.1.1. By Value
  - 8.3.4.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 8.3.4.2.1. By Type
    - 8.3.4.2.2. By Architecture Design
    - 8.3.4.2.3. By End User
- 8.3.5. Spain Semiconductor IP Market Outlook
  - 8.3.5.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 8.3.5.1.1. By Value
  - 8.3.5.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 8.3.5.2.1. By Type
    - 8.3.5.2.2. By Architecture Design
    - 8.3.5.2.3. By End User
- 8.3.6. Belgium Semiconductor IP Market Outlook
  - 8.3.6.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 8.3.6.1.1. By Value
  - 8.3.6.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 8.3.6.2.1. By Type
    - 8.3.6.2.2. By Architecture Design
    - 8.3.6.2.3. By End User

9. South America Semiconductor IP Market Outlook

9.1. Market Size & Forecast
- 9.1.1. By Value
9.2. Market Share & Forecast
- 9.2.1. By Type
- 9.2.2. By Architecture Design
- 9.2.3. By End User
- 9.2.4. By Country
9.3. South America: Country Analysis
- 9.3.1. Brazil Semiconductor IP Market Outlook
  - 9.3.1.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 9.3.1.1.1. By Value
  - 9.3.1.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 9.3.1.2.1. By Type
    - 9.3.1.2.2. By Architecture Design
    - 9.3.1.2.3. By End User
- 9.3.2. Colombia Semiconductor IP Market Outlook
  - 9.3.2.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 9.3.2.1.1. By Value
  - 9.3.2.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 9.3.2.2.1. By Type
    - 9.3.2.2.2. By Architecture Design
    - 9.3.2.2.3. By End User
- 9.3.3. Argentina Semiconductor IP Market Outlook
  - 9.3.3.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 9.3.3.1.1. By Value
  - 9.3.3.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 9.3.3.2.1. By Type
    - 9.3.3.2.2. By Architecture Design
    - 9.3.3.2.3. By End User
- 9.3.4. Chile Semiconductor IP Market Outlook
  - 9.3.4.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 9.3.4.1.1. By Value
  - 9.3.4.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 9.3.4.2.1. By Type
    - 9.3.4.2.2. By Architecture Design
    - 9.3.4.2.3. By End User
- 9.3.5. Peru Semiconductor IP Market Outlook
  - 9.3.5.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 9.3.5.1.1. By Value
  - 9.3.5.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 9.3.5.2.1. By Type
    - 9.3.5.2.2. By Architecture Design
    - 9.3.5.2.3. By End User

10. Middle East & Africa Semiconductor IP Market Outlook

10.1. Market Size & Forecast
- 10.1.1. By Value
10.2. Market Share & Forecast
- 10.2.1. By Type
- 10.2.2. By Architecture Design
- 10.2.3. By End User
- 10.2.4. By Country
10.3. Middle East & Africa: Country Analysis
- 10.3.1. Saudi Arabia Semiconductor IP Market Outlook
  - 10.3.1.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 10.3.1.1.1. By Value
  - 10.3.1.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 10.3.1.2.1. By Type
    - 10.3.1.2.2. By Architecture Design
    - 10.3.1.2.3. By End User
- 10.3.2. UAE Semiconductor IP Market Outlook
  - 10.3.2.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 10.3.2.1.1. By Value
  - 10.3.2.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 10.3.2.2.1. By Type
    - 10.3.2.2.2. By Architecture Design
    - 10.3.2.2.3. By End User
- 10.3.3. South Africa Semiconductor IP Market Outlook
  - 10.3.3.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 10.3.3.1.1. By Value
  - 10.3.3.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 10.3.3.2.1. By Type
    - 10.3.3.2.2. By Architecture Design
    - 10.3.3.2.3. By End User
- 10.3.4. Turkey Semiconductor IP Market Outlook
  - 10.3.4.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 10.3.4.1.1. By Value
  - 10.3.4.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 10.3.4.2.1. By Type
    - 10.3.4.2.2. By Architecture Design
    - 10.3.4.2.3. By End User
- 10.3.5. Israel Semiconductor IP Market Outlook
  - 10.3.5.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 10.3.5.1.1. By Value
  - 10.3.5.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 10.3.5.2.1. By Type
    - 10.3.5.2.2. By Architecture Design
    - 10.3.5.2.3. By End User

11. Asia Pacific Semiconductor IP Market Outlook

11.1. Market Size & Forecast
- 11.1.1. By Value
11.2. Market Share & Forecast
- 11.2.1. By Type
- 11.2.2. By Architecture Design
- 11.2.3. By End User
- 11.2.4. By Country
11.3. Asia Pacific: Country Analysis
- 11.3.1. China Semiconductor IP Market Outlook
  - 11.3.1.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 11.3.1.1.1. By Value
  - 11.3.1.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 11.3.1.2.1. By Type
    - 11.3.1.2.2. By Architecture Design
    - 11.3.1.2.3. By End User
- 11.3.2. India Semiconductor IP Market Outlook
  - 11.3.2.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 11.3.2.1.1. By Value
  - 11.3.2.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 11.3.2.2.1. By Type
    - 11.3.2.2.2. By Architecture Design
    - 11.3.2.2.3. By End User
- 11.3.3. Japan Semiconductor IP Market Outlook
  - 11.3.3.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 11.3.3.1.1. By Value
  - 11.3.3.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 11.3.3.2.1. By Type
    - 11.3.3.2.2. By Architecture Design
    - 11.3.3.2.3. By End User
- 11.3.4. South Korea Semiconductor IP Market Outlook
  - 11.3.4.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 11.3.4.1.1. By Value
  - 11.3.4.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 11.3.4.2.1. By Type
    - 11.3.4.2.2. By Architecture Design
    - 11.3.4.2.3. By End User
- 11.3.5. Australia Semiconductor IP Market Outlook
  - 11.3.5.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 11.3.5.1.1. By Value
  - 11.3.5.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 11.3.5.2.1. By Type
    - 11.3.5.2.2. By Architecture Design
    - 11.3.5.2.3. By End User
- 11.3.6. Indonesia Semiconductor IP Market Outlook
  - 11.3.6.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 11.3.6.1.1. By Value
  - 11.3.6.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 11.3.6.2.1. By Type
    - 11.3.6.2.2. By Architecture Design
    - 11.3.6.2.3. By End User
- 11.3.7. Vietnam Semiconductor IP Market Outlook
  - 11.3.7.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 11.3.7.1.1. By Value
  - 11.3.7.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 11.3.7.2.1. By Type
    - 11.3.7.2.2. By Architecture Design
    - 11.3.7.2.3. By End User

12. Market Dynamics

12.1. Drivers
12.2. Challenges

13. Market Trends and Developments

14. Company Profiles

14.1. Arm Limited
- 14.1.1. Business Overview
- 14.1.2. Key Revenue and Financials
- 14.1.3. Recent Developments
- 14.1.4. Key Personnel/Key Contact Person
- 14.1.5. Key Product/Services Offered
14.2. Synopsys, Inc.
- 14.2.1. Business Overview
- 14.2.2. Key Revenue and Financials
- 14.2.3. Recent Developments
- 14.2.4. Key Personnel/Key Contact Person
- 14.2.5. Key Product/Services Offered
14.3. Cadence Design Systems, Inc.
- 14.3.1. Business Overview
- 14.3.2. Key Revenue and Financials
- 14.3.3. Recent Developments
- 14.3.4. Key Personnel/Key Contact Person
- 14.3.5. Key Product/Services Offered
14.4. Imagination Technologies Group
- 14.4.1. Business Overview
- 14.4.2. Key Revenue and Financials
- 14.4.3. Recent Developments
- 14.4.4. Key Personnel/Key Contact Person
- 14.4.5. Key Product/Services Offered
14.5. CEVA, Inc.
- 14.5.1. Business Overview
- 14.5.2. Key Revenue and Financials
- 14.5.3. Recent Developments
- 14.5.4. Key Personnel/Key Contact Person
- 14.5.5. Key Product/Services Offered
14.6. Rambus Inc.
- 14.6.1. Business Overview
- 14.6.2. Key Revenue and Financials
- 14.6.3. Recent Developments
- 14.6.4. Key Personnel/Key Contact Person
- 14.6.5. Key Product/Services Offered
14.7. Advanced Micro Devices Inc.
- 14.7.1. Business Overview
- 14.7.2. Key Revenue and Financials
- 14.7.3. Recent Developments
- 14.7.4. Key Personnel/Key Contact Person
- 14.7.5. Key Product/Services Offered
14.8. Sperling Media Group LLC
- 14.8.1. Business Overview
- 14.8.2. Key Revenue and Financials
- 14.8.3. Recent Developments
- 14.8.4. Key Personnel/Key Contact Person
- 14.8.5. Key Product/Services Offered
14.9. Dolphin Design SAS
- 14.9.1. Business Overview
- 14.9.2. Key Revenue and Financials
- 14.9.3. Recent Developments
- 14.9.4. Key Personnel/Key Contact Person
- 14.9.5. Key Product/Services Offered