Mobile 3D Market Report 2025

The mobile 3D market size has grown exponentially in recent years. It will grow from $43.46 billion in 2024 to $60.42 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 39%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to the introduction of 3d technology in smartphones, growth in the mobile gaming industry, increased consumer interest in immersive content, expansion of 3d content creation, and rising popularity of 3D movies.

The mobile 3D market size is expected to see exponential growth in the next few years. It will grow to $233.36 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 40.2%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to the integration of 3d technology in augmented reality (AR) applications, expansion of virtual reality (VR) in mobile devices, demand for enhanced user experiences in mobile gaming, adoption of 5g technology, increased focus on 3d scanning and depth-sensing capabilities. Major trends in the forecast period include technological advancements in glasses-free 3d displays, the development of 3d cameras for mobile devices, the rising use of 3d in mobile advertising, the emergence of holographic displays, and growth in demand for user-generated 3d content.

An increase in smartphone adoption is anticipated to drive the growth of the mobile 3D market in the future. A smartphone is a cellular device equipped with a built-in computer and additional features that were not previously available in traditional phones, including an operating system (OS), web browsing capabilities, and the ability to run software applications. Mobile 3D enhances the visual experience on smartphones by providing depth and realism to images, videos, and games. For example, in February 2022, the GSM Association, a UK-based non-profit industry organization, reported that there were 6.2 billion smartphone connections recorded in 2021, with projections suggesting this number will reach 7.5 billion by 2025. Thus, the increase in smartphone adoption is fueling the growth of the mobile 3D market.

The growing popularity of video games is expected to further propel the growth of the mobile 3D market in the coming years. Video games are electronic games that involve user interaction with a visual interface to produce visual feedback on a two- or three-dimensional display device, such as a TV, computer monitor, or handheld device. Mobile 3D devices are utilized for generating graphics in video games, creating a visually engaging and immersive experience that adds depth and dimension to characters, objects, and environments. For instance, in 2024, the Entertainment Software Association, a US-based software organization, reported that 190.6 million Americans (ages 5-90) play video games, with 61% of the US population indicating they play for at least one hour each week. Consequently, the surge in video game popularity is driving the growth of the mobile 3D market.

Product innovation is a significant trend gaining traction in the mobile 3D market. Leading companies in this sector are developing innovative products to maintain their competitive edge. For example, in March 2023, ZTE Corporation, a technology company based in China, collaborated with Leia Inc., a US-based software firm, to introduce the Nubia Pad 3D tablet. This state-of-the-art device features technology that enables completely eyewear-free immersive experiences for 3D calling, video streaming, gaming, and content sharing, as well as creative applications. It can simultaneously convert 2D content into 3D and display 3D content.

Key players in the mobile 3D market are concentrating on launching next-generation solutions, such as 3D AI tablets, to boost their profitability. 3D AI tablets are devices that integrate artificial intelligence (AI) technology with a 3D display, delivering an immersive and interactive user experience. For instance, in February 2023, Leia Inc., a US provider of 3D display hardware and software solutions, unveiled the Lume Pad 2. This 3D tablet features a 12.4-inch glass panel with a resolution of 2560 x 1600, allowing for faster and more effective 2D to 3D conversion, optimized 3D viewing, realistic 3D capture, and endless 3D creation. It provides an immersive 3D experience without requiring special glasses and is designed to offer a wide array of 3D content, including videos, images, and games, while supporting various 3D applications.

In August 2022, Embracer Group AB, a video game company based in Sweden, acquired the intellectual property rights to The Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit through its subsidiary, Embracer Freemode Iconic Holding Inc. This acquisition aims to broaden transmedia opportunities within Embracer's global group. The company plans to enhance collaboration and innovation with existing licensees associated with The Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit. Middle-earth Enterprises, a US-based company, manages Tolkien-related intellectual properties.

Major companies operating in the mobile 3D market include Apple Inc., Samsung Electronics Co. Ltd., Sony Corporation, LG Corporation, Intel Corporation, Qualcomm Technologies Inc., 3M Company, Toshiba Corporation, NVIDIA Corporation, Sharp Corporation, Adobe Inc., Epic Games Inc., Dassault Systèmes SE, NTT Docomo Inc., PTC Inc., Magic Leap Inc., HTC Corporation, InMobi, Imagination Technologies Limited, Eon Reality, Blippar, Cooliris Inc., Microvision Inc., YUVsoft, Masterimage 3D.

North America was the largest region in the mobile 3D market in 2024. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the mobile 3d market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the mobile 3d market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Italy, Spain, Canada.

Mobile 3D refers to the capability to create and view three-dimensional computer graphics on mobile devices such as phones and tablets. This feature enables users to experience and interact with 3D content on portable electronics and mobile devices.

The main types of mobile 3D devices include tablets, smartphones, notebooks, and others. Tablets are handheld devices with touchscreen interfaces used for various activities such as online surfing, email, multimedia consumption, and productivity. The key components of these devices include image sensors and 3D displays, and they are utilized in applications such as animations, maps and navigation, mobile gaming, mobile advertisements, and more.

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The mobile 3D market consists of revenues earned by entities by providing services such as 3D mobile games, 3D learning, 3D scanning, and 3D printing. The market value includes the value of related goods sold by the service provider or included within the service offering. The mobile 3D market also includes sales of screen magnifiers, extenders, 3D glasses, and virtual reality headsets. 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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