Single Board Computer Market Report 2025

The single board computer market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $2.85 billion in 2024 to $3.02 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.8%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to growing demand for embedded computing solutions, industrial automation, the rise of the Internet of Things (IoT), expansion of the electronics manufacturing sector, and increasing use in defense applications.

The single board computer market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $3.82 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.1%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to the rise in edge computing applications, growing demand for artificial intelligence (AI) at the edge, expansion of 5g networks, surge in demand for autonomous systems, and growth in robotics applications. Major trends in the forecast period include technological advancements or innovations, development of more compact form factors, increased integration of artificial intelligence (AI) capabilities, focus on energy efficiency, and rising use of single board computers in edge computing.

The rise in industrial automation is anticipated to drive the growth of the single-board computer market in the future. Industrial automation involves the use of technology, equipment, and control systems to automate and optimize manufacturing processes, production activities, and industrial workflows. Single-board computers (SBCs) are essential in industrial automation due to their compact size, low power consumption, and ability to provide computing capabilities across various applications, including programmable logic controllers (PLCs), data acquisition, and processing. For example, in September 2024, the International Federation of Robotics (IFR), a Germany-based non-profit organization, reported that 3,830 industrial robots were installed in the UK in 2023, marking a 51% increase from the previous year. Thus, the rise in industrial automation is fueling the growth of the single-board computer market.

The increasing demand for data centers is also expected to drive the growth of the single-board computer market. A data center is a centralized facility where organizations manage their computer systems, servers, networking equipment, data storage, and related components. Single-board computers are employed in data centers for various tasks, including edge computing, network function virtualization, monitoring, low-power servers, prototyping, education, and customized solutions, providing flexibility, energy efficiency, and cost-effective alternatives for specific computing requirements. For instance, in February 2022, the Korea Data Center Council (KDCC), an organization dedicated to promoting the data center industry in Korea, reported that the overall capacity of colocation data centers reached 430 MW, accounting for 11% of the total IT load in the Asia-Pacific region. According to projections from Savills Korea, the total commercial data center IT load in Korea is expected to grow by 700 MW between 2021 and 2023, representing 15% of the overall capacity in the Asia-Pacific region.

A prominent trend shaping the single-board computer market is product innovation, with major companies introducing advanced features to enhance their market position. DFRobot, a China-based open-source hardware provider, exemplifies this trend with the introduction of UNIHIKER in June 2023. UNIHIKER represents a new category of single-board computer that combines the power of a traditional Linux-based SBC with a microcontroller, providing a versatile and user-friendly platform for developers and makers. This emphasis on innovation underscores the dynamic nature of the single-board computer market.

Major players in the market are focusing on introducing next-generation solutions, such as ARM-based single-board computers (SBCs), to cater to evolving customer needs. youyeetoo, a China-based company, launched YY3568 in August 2023, an ARM-based SBC designed for Artificial Intelligence of Things (AIoT) applications. Featuring the Rockchip RK3568 chip platform, YY3568 offers a quad-core 64-bit Cortex-A55 core, with applications spanning industrial automation, transportation, network appliances, entertainment, public services, energy and utilities, data centers, military, and aerospace. This reflects the commitment of industry leaders to providing cutting-edge solutions in the single-board computer market.

In September 2022, Eurotech S.p.A., an Italy-based technology company, acquired InoNet Computer GmbH for USD 11.8 million. This acquisition aimed to expand Eurotech's presence in Germany and accelerate its growth strategy in the Artificial Intelligence of Things (AIoT) edge computing sector. InoNet Computer GmbH, based in Germany, specializes in industrial computer solutions and embedded systems, including single-board computers (SBCs).

Major companies operating in the single board computer market include Siemens AG, General Electric Company, Intel Corporation, Qualcomm Incorporated, Fujitsu Ltd., Hewlett Packard Enterprise Company, Nvidia Corporation, Texas Instruments Incorporated, Advantech Co Ltd., Kontron AG, Mercury Systems Inc., Digi International Inc., Adlink Technology Inc., Aaeon Technology Inc., SECO S.p.A., Radisys Corporation, American Portwell Technology Inc., VersaLogic Corporation, Eurotech Group plc, WinSystems Inc., NETBurner Inc., Connect Tech Inc., Olimex Ltd., Xilinx Inc., Arbor Solutions Inc.

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

A single-board computer (SBC) is a comprehensive computing device built on a single circuit board, featuring a microprocessor(s), memory, input/output (I/O), and other essential components necessary for a fully functional computer. These computers are designed to operate independently and are capable of running operating systems and applications similar to those found on traditional desktop or laptop computers.

The main components of single-board computers are solutions and services. A solution refers to a specific and practical answer to a problem or challenge using technological means. Single-board computers (SBCs) offer a wide range of solutions and applications due to their compact size, low power consumption, and versatility. They can be employed to control smart home devices, such as lighting systems, thermostats, security cameras, and smart appliances. Various processors, including ARM (Advanced RISC Machine), X86 (80x86), Atom, and PowerPC (Performance Optimization with Enhanced RISC - Performance Computing), are utilized by end-users in industries such as industrial automation, aerospace and defense, consumer electronics, healthcare, and others.

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The single-board computer market consists of revenues earned by entities by providing cost-efficient and energy-efficient computing solutions, customization, and educational or demonstration purposes. The market value includes the value of related goods sold by the service provider or included within the service offering. The single-board computer market also includes sales of microprocessors, random-access memory (RAM), power regulation circuits, and expansion slots or connectors, which are used in providing single-board computer services. 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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