This report covers market characteristics, size and growth, segmentation, regional and country breakdowns, competitive landscape, market shares, trends and strategies for this market. It traces the market’s historic and forecast market growth by geography.
The 5G radio frequency chip (RF chip) market size has grown rapidly in recent years. It will grow from $37.6 billion in 2024 to $44.91 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 19.4%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to demand for higher data rates, emergence of internet of things (IoT), mobile broadband evolution, deployment of small cells and massive mimo.
The 5G radio frequency chip (RF chip) market size is expected to see rapid growth in the next few years. It will grow to $91.27 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 19.4%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to 5G deployment, edge computing, government initiatives, increasing network densification, proliferation of 5G-enabled devices. Major trends in the forecast period include integration of multiple bands and standards, advancements in beamforming and mimo technology, expansion of mmWave capabilities, adoption of advanced packaging technologies, development of AI-enabled RF chips, collaborations for ecosystem development.
The growing demand for high-speed internet connectivity is expected to significantly boost the 5G radio frequency (RF) chip market in the future. High-speed internet connectivity enables faster data access and transmission compared to traditional internet connections. 5G RF chips are crucial for facilitating this high-speed connectivity in 5G networks, as they can accommodate various frequency bands, utilize advanced modulation techniques, support beamforming, ensure low-latency communication, integrate with antenna systems, and provide energy efficiency. For example, in 2023, the Government of Canada projected that high-speed internet access would reach 98% of the population by 2026 and 100% by 2030. Additionally, the number of global internet users increased from 5.1 billion (representing a 65% penetration rate) in 2022 to 5.4 billion (67% penetration) in 2023. Consequently, the rising need for high-speed internet connectivity is set to drive growth in the 5G RF chip market.
Key players in the 5G radio frequency chip (RF chip) market are strategically focusing on innovative technological solutions, such as the system-on-chip, to maintain competitiveness and cater to the rising demand for faster and more reliable wireless communication systems. The system-on-chip (SoC) represents a mmWave 5G chipset specifically designed to power the next generation of 5G smartphones, delivering seamless displays, gaming experiences, and enhanced power efficiency. For instance, in May 2023, MediaTek Inc., a Taiwan-based semiconductor company, introduced the Dimension 1050 system-on-chip, marking the inaugural mmWave chipset for seamless 5G smartphone connectivity. The Dimension 1050 seamlessly transitions between mmWave 5G and sub-6GHz, ensuring compatibility with 5G networks globally. Additionally, it supports high-end UFS 3.1 storage and LPDDR5 memory, providing ultra-fast data streams, and features a dual HDR video capture engine for simultaneous streaming with front and rear cameras.
In June 2022, Qualcomm, a US-based semiconductor firm specializing in wireless technology products and services, acquired Cellwize Wireless Technologies Pte Ltd. for an undisclosed sum. This acquisition is intended to expedite the adoption of 5G by improving network infrastructure and fostering innovation in automated, cloud-native solutions for telecommunications. Cellwize Wireless Technologies Pte Ltd., an Israel-based tech company, focuses on integrating 5G radio frequency chips to enhance network efficiency and connectivity for mobile operators.
Major companies operating in the 5g radio frequency chip (rf chip) market report are Samsung Electronics Co. Ltd, Qualcomm, Broadcom Inc., Texas Instruments Incorporated, MediaTek Inc., STMicroelectronics, Infineon Technologies AG, Renesas Electronics Corporation, Murata, NXP Semiconductors N.V., Analog Devices, ON Semiconductor Corporation, Skyworks, Qorvo, GuoboElectronicCo. Ltd, Silicon Labs, MaxLinear Inc., MACOM Technology Solutions Holdings, Inc., WIN Semiconductors Corp., Analogic Corporation, Vanchip (Tianjin) Technology Co., Ltd, Sequans Communications S.A., ShenZhen Fine Made Electronics Group Co. Ltd, Filtronic plc, Maxscend Technologies Inc.
North America was the largest region in the 5G radio frequency chip (RF Chip) market in 2024. The regions covered in the 5g radio frequency chip (rf chip) market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the 5g radio frequency chip (rf chip) market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.
The 5G radio frequency chip (RF chip) market consists of revenues earned by entities by providing services such as chip design services, integration services, customization and optimization, and consulting and support services. The market value includes the value of related goods sold by the service provider or included within the service offering. The 5G radio frequency chip (RF chip) market also includes sales of transceivers, RF front-end modules, power amplifiers, low-noise amplifiers, beamforming chips, and RF switches. 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).
A 5G radio frequency chip (RF chip) is a component engineered to function at elevated frequencies, typically within the range of several hundred megahertz (MHz) to several gigahertz (GHz), and is integral to 5G technology for wireless communication. These chips consolidate a multitude of functions necessary for radio frequency communication into a singular chip, diminishing the reliance on external components and concurrently boosting operational efficiency.
The primary categories of 5G radio frequency chips (RF chips) are distinguished as high-frequency and low-frequency. High frequency pertains to electromagnetic frequencies positioned in the upper segment of the radio frequency (RF) spectrum. Within this category, several chips play vital roles, including radio frequency integrated circuits (RFICs) and millimeter-wave ICs, generating both sub-6 GHz and millimeter-wave (mmWave) frequency bands. These chips find application across diverse sectors, including automotive, communications, consumer electronics, and others.
The 5G radio frequency chips (RF chips) market research report is one of a series of new reports that provides 5G radio frequency chips (RF chips) market statistics, including 5G radio frequency chips (RF chips) industry global market size, regional shares, competitors with a 5G radio frequency chips (RF chips) market share, detailed 5G radio frequency chips (RF chips) market segments, market trends and opportunities, and any further data you may need to thrive in the 5G radio frequency chips (RF chips) industry. This 5G radio frequency chips (RF chips) market research report delivers a complete perspective of everything you need, with an in-depth analysis of the current and future scenario of the industry.
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 5G radio frequency chip (RF chip) market size has grown rapidly in recent years. It will grow from $37.6 billion in 2024 to $44.91 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 19.4%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to demand for higher data rates, emergence of internet of things (IoT), mobile broadband evolution, deployment of small cells and massive mimo.
The 5G radio frequency chip (RF chip) market size is expected to see rapid growth in the next few years. It will grow to $91.27 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 19.4%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to 5G deployment, edge computing, government initiatives, increasing network densification, proliferation of 5G-enabled devices. Major trends in the forecast period include integration of multiple bands and standards, advancements in beamforming and mimo technology, expansion of mmWave capabilities, adoption of advanced packaging technologies, development of AI-enabled RF chips, collaborations for ecosystem development.
The growing demand for high-speed internet connectivity is expected to significantly boost the 5G radio frequency (RF) chip market in the future. High-speed internet connectivity enables faster data access and transmission compared to traditional internet connections. 5G RF chips are crucial for facilitating this high-speed connectivity in 5G networks, as they can accommodate various frequency bands, utilize advanced modulation techniques, support beamforming, ensure low-latency communication, integrate with antenna systems, and provide energy efficiency. For example, in 2023, the Government of Canada projected that high-speed internet access would reach 98% of the population by 2026 and 100% by 2030. Additionally, the number of global internet users increased from 5.1 billion (representing a 65% penetration rate) in 2022 to 5.4 billion (67% penetration) in 2023. Consequently, the rising need for high-speed internet connectivity is set to drive growth in the 5G RF chip market.
Key players in the 5G radio frequency chip (RF chip) market are strategically focusing on innovative technological solutions, such as the system-on-chip, to maintain competitiveness and cater to the rising demand for faster and more reliable wireless communication systems. The system-on-chip (SoC) represents a mmWave 5G chipset specifically designed to power the next generation of 5G smartphones, delivering seamless displays, gaming experiences, and enhanced power efficiency. For instance, in May 2023, MediaTek Inc., a Taiwan-based semiconductor company, introduced the Dimension 1050 system-on-chip, marking the inaugural mmWave chipset for seamless 5G smartphone connectivity. The Dimension 1050 seamlessly transitions between mmWave 5G and sub-6GHz, ensuring compatibility with 5G networks globally. Additionally, it supports high-end UFS 3.1 storage and LPDDR5 memory, providing ultra-fast data streams, and features a dual HDR video capture engine for simultaneous streaming with front and rear cameras.
In June 2022, Qualcomm, a US-based semiconductor firm specializing in wireless technology products and services, acquired Cellwize Wireless Technologies Pte Ltd. for an undisclosed sum. This acquisition is intended to expedite the adoption of 5G by improving network infrastructure and fostering innovation in automated, cloud-native solutions for telecommunications. Cellwize Wireless Technologies Pte Ltd., an Israel-based tech company, focuses on integrating 5G radio frequency chips to enhance network efficiency and connectivity for mobile operators.
Major companies operating in the 5g radio frequency chip (rf chip) market report are Samsung Electronics Co. Ltd, Qualcomm, Broadcom Inc., Texas Instruments Incorporated, MediaTek Inc., STMicroelectronics, Infineon Technologies AG, Renesas Electronics Corporation, Murata, NXP Semiconductors N.V., Analog Devices, ON Semiconductor Corporation, Skyworks, Qorvo, GuoboElectronicCo. Ltd, Silicon Labs, MaxLinear Inc., MACOM Technology Solutions Holdings, Inc., WIN Semiconductors Corp., Analogic Corporation, Vanchip (Tianjin) Technology Co., Ltd, Sequans Communications S.A., ShenZhen Fine Made Electronics Group Co. Ltd, Filtronic plc, Maxscend Technologies Inc.
North America was the largest region in the 5G radio frequency chip (RF Chip) market in 2024. The regions covered in the 5g radio frequency chip (rf chip) market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the 5g radio frequency chip (rf chip) market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.
The 5G radio frequency chip (RF chip) market consists of revenues earned by entities by providing services such as chip design services, integration services, customization and optimization, and consulting and support services. The market value includes the value of related goods sold by the service provider or included within the service offering. The 5G radio frequency chip (RF chip) market also includes sales of transceivers, RF front-end modules, power amplifiers, low-noise amplifiers, beamforming chips, and RF switches. 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).
A 5G radio frequency chip (RF chip) is a component engineered to function at elevated frequencies, typically within the range of several hundred megahertz (MHz) to several gigahertz (GHz), and is integral to 5G technology for wireless communication. These chips consolidate a multitude of functions necessary for radio frequency communication into a singular chip, diminishing the reliance on external components and concurrently boosting operational efficiency.
The primary categories of 5G radio frequency chips (RF chips) are distinguished as high-frequency and low-frequency. High frequency pertains to electromagnetic frequencies positioned in the upper segment of the radio frequency (RF) spectrum. Within this category, several chips play vital roles, including radio frequency integrated circuits (RFICs) and millimeter-wave ICs, generating both sub-6 GHz and millimeter-wave (mmWave) frequency bands. These chips find application across diverse sectors, including automotive, communications, consumer electronics, and others.
The 5G radio frequency chips (RF chips) market research report is one of a series of new reports that provides 5G radio frequency chips (RF chips) market statistics, including 5G radio frequency chips (RF chips) industry global market size, regional shares, competitors with a 5G radio frequency chips (RF chips) market share, detailed 5G radio frequency chips (RF chips) market segments, market trends and opportunities, and any further data you may need to thrive in the 5G radio frequency chips (RF chips) industry. This 5G radio frequency chips (RF chips) market research report delivers a complete perspective of everything you need, with an in-depth analysis of the current and future scenario of the industry.
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.
This product will be delivered within 3-5 business days.
Table of Contents
1. Executive Summary2. 5G Radio Frequency Chip (RF Chip) Market Characteristics3. 5G Radio Frequency Chip (RF Chip) Market Trends and Strategies4. 5G Radio Frequency Chip (RF Chip) Market - Macro Economic Scenario Including the Impact of Interest Rates, Inflation, Geopolitics, Covid and Recovery on the Market32. Global 5G Radio Frequency Chip (RF Chip) Market Competitive Benchmarking and Dashboard33. Key Mergers and Acquisitions in the 5G Radio Frequency Chip (RF Chip) Market34. Recent Developments in the 5G Radio Frequency Chip (RF Chip) Market
5. Global 5G Radio Frequency Chip (RF Chip) Growth Analysis and Strategic Analysis Framework
6. 5G Radio Frequency Chip (RF Chip) Market Segmentation
7. 5G Radio Frequency Chip (RF Chip) Market Regional and Country Analysis
8. Asia-Pacific 5G Radio Frequency Chip (RF Chip) Market
9. China 5G Radio Frequency Chip (RF Chip) Market
10. India 5G Radio Frequency Chip (RF Chip) Market
11. Japan 5G Radio Frequency Chip (RF Chip) Market
12. Australia 5G Radio Frequency Chip (RF Chip) Market
13. Indonesia 5G Radio Frequency Chip (RF Chip) Market
14. South Korea 5G Radio Frequency Chip (RF Chip) Market
15. Western Europe 5G Radio Frequency Chip (RF Chip) Market
16. UK 5G Radio Frequency Chip (RF Chip) Market
17. Germany 5G Radio Frequency Chip (RF Chip) Market
18. France 5G Radio Frequency Chip (RF Chip) Market
19. Italy 5G Radio Frequency Chip (RF Chip) Market
20. Spain 5G Radio Frequency Chip (RF Chip) Market
21. Eastern Europe 5G Radio Frequency Chip (RF Chip) Market
22. Russia 5G Radio Frequency Chip (RF Chip) Market
23. North America 5G Radio Frequency Chip (RF Chip) Market
24. USA 5G Radio Frequency Chip (RF Chip) Market
25. Canada 5G Radio Frequency Chip (RF Chip) Market
26. South America 5G Radio Frequency Chip (RF Chip) Market
27. Brazil 5G Radio Frequency Chip (RF Chip) Market
28. Middle East 5G Radio Frequency Chip (RF Chip) Market
29. Africa 5G Radio Frequency Chip (RF Chip) Market
30. 5G Radio Frequency Chip (RF Chip) Market Competitive Landscape and Company Profiles
31. 5G Radio Frequency Chip (RF Chip) Market Other Major and Innovative Companies
35. 5G Radio Frequency Chip (RF Chip) Market High Potential Countries, Segments and Strategies
36. Appendix
Executive Summary
5G Radio Frequency Chip (RF Chip) Global Market Report 2025 provides strategists, marketers and senior management with the critical information they need to assess the market.This report focuses on 5g radio frequency chip (rf chip) 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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Where is the largest and fastest growing market for 5g radio frequency chip (rf chip)? How does the market relate to the overall economy, demography and other similar markets? What forces will shape the market going forward? The 5g radio frequency chip (rf chip) market global report answers all these questions and many more.The report covers market characteristics, size and growth, segmentation, regional and country breakdowns, competitive landscape, market shares, 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.
- 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 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.
- 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. It covers the growth trajectory of COVID-19 for all regions, key developed countries and major emerging markets.
- 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 trends and strategies section analyses the shape of the market as it emerges from the crisis and suggests how companies can grow as the market recovers.
Scope
Markets Covered:
1) By Type: High Frequency; Low Frequency2) By Type Of Chip: Radio Frequency Integrated Circuits (RFICs); Millimeter-Wave Ics
3) By Frequency Band: Sub-6 GHz Frequency Band; mmWave (Millimeter Wave) Frequency Band
4) By Application: Automotive; Communications; Consumer Electronics; Other Applications
Subsegments:
1) By High Frequency: mmWave RF Chips; Sub-6 GHz RF Chips2) By Low Frequency: Low-Band RF Chips; Mid-Band RF Chips
Key Companies Mentioned: Samsung Electronics Co. Ltd; Qualcomm; Broadcom Inc.; Texas Instruments Incorporated; MediaTek Inc.
Countries: Australia; Brazil; China; France; Germany; India; Indonesia; Japan; Russia; South Korea; UK; USA; Canada; Italy; Spain
Regions: Asia-Pacific; 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 Segmentation: Country and regional historic and forecast data, market share of competitors, market segments.
Sourcing and Referencing: Data and analysis throughout the report is sourced using end notes.
Delivery Format: PDF, Word and Excel Data Dashboard.
Companies Mentioned
Some of the major companies featured in this 5G Device Testing market report include:- Samsung Electronics Co. Ltd
- Qualcomm
- Broadcom Inc.
- Texas Instruments Incorporated
- MediaTek Inc.
- STMicroelectronics
- Infineon Technologies AG
- Renesas Electronics Corporation
- Murata
- NXP Semiconductors N.V.
- Analog Devices
- ON Semiconductor Corporation
- Skyworks
- Qorvo
- GuoboElectronicCo. Ltd
- Silicon Labs
- MaxLinear Inc.
- MACOM Technology Solutions Holdings, Inc.
- WIN Semiconductors Corp.
- Analogic Corporation
- Vanchip (Tianjin) Technology Co. Ltd
- Sequans Communications S.A.
- ShenZhen Fine Made Electronics Group Co.Ltd
- Filtronic plc
- Maxscend Technologies Inc
Table Information
| Report Attribute | Details |
|---|---|
| No. of Pages | 200 |
| Published | March 2025 |
| Forecast Period | 2025 - 2029 |
| Estimated Market Value ( USD | $ 44.91 Billion |
| Forecasted Market Value ( USD | $ 91.27 Billion |
| Compound Annual Growth Rate | 19.4% |
| Regions Covered | Global |
| No. of Companies Mentioned | 26 |
