The global 5G chipsets market size is estimated to be USD 36.29 billion in 2023 and is projected to reach USD 81.03 billion by 2028 at a CAGR of 17.4%.

The growing demand for high-speed internet, the need for better network coverage, increased cellular and M2M IoT connections, growing adoption of 5G in automobiles, increase in mobile data traffic, rising demand for high-speed and low-latency 5G infrastructure, and widespread use of chipsets in consumer electronics is driving the market.

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Market Dynamics:

Driver: High use of M2M communication technology
The speed and reliability of 5G are expected to have a massive impact on machine-to-machine (M2M) and IoT. Key reasons for the increased adoption of new M2M technologies are better connectivity for smooth communication and low power requirements. The existing capacity of mobile networks must handle billions of nodes that are anticipated to ascend in the next couple of years to achieve effective M2M communication. Currently, the network capacity cannot manage M2M and human-based communications and their different communication patterns, such as latency time. For this reason, a next-level cellular network for mobile communication featuring hyper-connectivity and larger bandwidth is required (e.g., a 5G network). M2M communication technology will be widely used in heavy manufacturing and process industries (e.g., food industries) to increase the efficiency of different processes and reduce human interference with machines. M2M communication is thus expected to drive the 5G chipsets market.

Restraints: High cost of 5G chips for mobile devices
The high price of 5G chips contributes to increased initial deployment expenses for manufacturers and mobile device producers. This cost is incurred when integrating 5G capabilities into smartphones, tablets, and other mobile devices. The cost of 5G chipsets is a substantial component of the overall manufacturing cost of 5G-enabled devices. This, in turn, affects the retail price of these devices, potentially limiting their affordability for a significant portion of the consumer market. High chipset costs may restrict research, development, and innovation resources in the 5G chipset market. This can potentially slow down technological advancements, limiting the pace of improvements and optimizations.

Opportunities: The emergence of private 5G networks to address wireless communication requirements in industrial IoT
Private 5G networks offer low-latency communication and high reliability, which are crucial for industrial applications. 5G chipsets play a pivotal role in delivering these capabilities, ensuring that the communication infrastructure meets the stringent requirements of industrial environments. Industrial IoT applications generate large volumes of data that require high bandwidth and capacity for efficient and real-time communication. 5G chipsets enable the transmission of massive amounts of data at faster speeds, facilitating the seamless operation of IloT devices and systems. Private 5G networks cater to industrial use cases, including smart manufacturing, predictive maintenance, remote monitoring, and augmented reality applications. The versatility of 5G chips makes them suitable for addressing the diverse communication requirements of these use cases. As industries worldwide recognize the benefits of private 5G networks for their lloT needs, the demand for 5G chips is expected to grow globally.

Challenges: Design challenges for RF devices operating at higher frequency
5G technology operates at higher frequency bands than previous generations, utilizing millimeter-wave (mmWave) frequencies. The design challenge arises because higher frequencies present unique characteristics and technical obstacles that demand careful consideration in RF device design. Higher frequency signals, such as those in the mmWave spectrum, have shorter wavelengths. This results in challenges related to signal propagation and range. Signals at higher frequencies are more prone to absorption by atmospheric gases and are susceptible to obstacles like buildings and foliage, requiring sophisticated design techniques to overcome these limitations. As the 5G landscape evolves, ensuring standardization and compatibility across different devices and manufacturers becomes crucial. Design challenges include meeting industry standards and ensuring interoperability within the diverse ecosystem of 5G-enabled devices.