Display Driver IC Market - Forecasts from 2024 to 2029

Global Display Driver IC Market is estimated to grow at a CAGR of 7.73% during the forecast period to reach US$12,566.746 million by 2029, from US$7,463.428 million in 2022.

Display Driver IC is an integrated circuit chip that controls the switching and display method of LCD panels and AMOLED panels. It is also called the brain of the panel as its main function is to send drive signals and data to the display panel by converting them into electric signals. Moreover, its main function is to control the OLED display panel and provide a wide range of color gamuts and high-fidelity display signals. With the increase in demand for enhanced panel display resolution, the demand for display driver IC is increasing.

Market Drivers:

An increase in demand for enhanced display panels from consumers electronics sector

The display driver is increasingly used in large-screen TVs, laptops, tablets, smartphones, and automotive displays that act as an interface between a microprocessor or digital system. The increase in demand for smart TVs, smartphones, laptops, and tablets with enhanced display panels is further increasing the demand for display drive ICs. Moreover, enhanced image quality with a wide range of color gamuts, low power consumption, and reduced picture delay are increasing the demand for display drivers IC. Furthermore, innovations in display driver IC by major market players are further boosting the market for display driver IC. For example, the chip-on-glass LCD driver technology by NXP. It is an integrated circuit mounted directly on the display glass with reduced cost and higher flexibility in changing and upgrading the LCD module. Furthermore, demand for displays increased as a result of an increase in smartphone and tablet consumption. For instance, Himax's net revenues were $262.3 million, increased 22.8% sequentially, from last year. Revenue from large display drivers was $43.5 million in Q4, an increase of 5.3% sequentially, exceeding its prior guidance of flat from last quarter.

Technological Advancements

Advancements in technology are driving a shift towards higher-resolution displays, notably with the widespread adoption of 4K and 8K formats. To manage the intricacies of complex pixel data in these ultra-high-definition (Ultra HD) image formats - where 4K boasts a horizontal resolution of approximately 4,000 pixels and 8K pushes it further to around 8,000 pixels.

Leading manufacturers like Samsung are capitalizing on this trend by offering a diverse range of 8K HDR Smart TVs, ranging from 65 inches to a massive 98 inches. For instance, the Samsung 85” QN900A Neo QLED 8K HDR Smart TV delivers an immersive home cinema experience with cutting-edge features such as the Infinity Screen, providing edge-to-edge viewing.

Moreover, as the integration of touch functionality becomes more prevalent in displays, there is a growing demand for advanced driver ICs capable of efficiently handling both display and touch data. Notable products, like the TC3318 by Parade Technologies, Ltd., exemplify this trend. It is a low-power, integrated display driver, and touchscreen controller solution designed for Full HD displays, supporting resolutions of up to 1080x2520. Such innovations are significant drivers in the demand for display ICs, reflecting the ongoing evolution in display technologies.

Market Restraint:

Price Sensitivity

The manufacturing of display driver ICs involves intricate processes, demanding advanced technologies that result in elevated production costs. In particular, industries and consumer segments with a strong emphasis on cost considerations may exhibit hesitancy in adopting these high-end driver ICs due to their price sensitivity. Manufacturers grapple with the challenge of sustaining competitive pricing while simultaneously managing the delicate balance between costs and advancements in technology.

Global display driver IC market is segmented by display type into LCD, LED, and others

The market for display driver ICs on a global scale is categorized based on display types, including LCD, LED, and others. Presently, LCD dominates the market, holding the largest share owing to its extensive utilization in TVs, monitors, laptops, and smartphones. Meanwhile, advancements in OLED (Organic Light-Emitting Diode) technology, which is a subset of LED, continue to push boundaries with features such as self-illuminating pixels and achieving near-perfect blacks. Within the other segments, diverse niche display technologies like e-paper, microLED, and quantum dots are included. Each of these technologies offers unique advantages and is tailored to specific applications, contributing to the overall evolution and diversification of the global display driver IC market.

North America is anticipated to hold a significant share of the display driver IC market

North America is witnessing an increase in demand for display driver IC due to rising disposable income which is increasing the demand for good quality display systems, and new technology in display driver IC by major market players is further increasing the demand for display driver IC. For example, Texas Instruments' common cathode matrix LED display driver provides dot correction, fault detection, LED open detection, and LED short-to-ground Detection with 16 scan line switches and a high-speed clock series interface. Moreover, demand for chip technology drivers witnessed an increase due to compact size, low power consumption, and enhanced display options for a seamless display experience.

Market Developments:

• June 2023-  Samsung unveiled its OLED TV lineup featuring the Neural Quantum Processor 4K in India. These TVs were designed to deliver exceptional visual quality with deep blacks, crisp whites, and vibrant colors. The Samsung OLED TV range comprised two series, namely S95C and S90C, each available in three sizes - 77-inch, 65-inch, and 55-inch, with prices starting from INR 169,990.
• June 2022- Toshiba Electronics Devices AN Storage Corporation added five products to its product line MOSFET gate driver ICs. The new products are equipped with an overvoltage lockout duration function and control the gate voltage according to the input voltage. The product is suitable for mobile devices and wearables.
• January 2022- Omnivision launched a new HD 144HZ touch display driver chip for smartphones. The product aims to consume less power and support high-pixel high-definition displays to achieve vivid display effects and excellent touch performance.

Market Segmentation:

By Type

• Gate Driver
• Source Driver

By Display Type

• LCD
• LED
• Others

By Display Size

• Small
• Medium
• Large

By Application

• Television Set
• Smartphone
• Laptop
• Tablet
• Automobile Consoles
• Others

By Geography

• North America
• USA
• Canada
• Mexico
• South America
• Brazil
• Argentina
• Others
• Europe
• UK
• Germany
• France
• Spain
• Others
• Middle East and Africa
• Saudi Arabia
• Israel
• Others
• Asia Pacific
• China
• Japan
• India
• South Korea
• Indonesia
• TaiwanOthers