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 testing equipment market size has grown rapidly in recent years. It will grow from $2.48 billion in 2024 to $2.73 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 10.2%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to increased demand for bandwidth, emergence of IoT and connected devices, global standardization efforts, rapid deployment of 5G infrastructure, demand for quality of service (QoS) and quality of experience (QoE).
The 5G testing equipment market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $3.76 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8.4%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to 5G network expansion, increased adoption of 5G devices, emergence of vertical industries, transition to standalone (SA) 5G networks, deployment of private 5G networks. Major trends in the forecast period include integration of AI and machine learning, expansion of millimeter wave testing, focus on network slicing testing, rise of cloud-native testing solutions, enhanced security testing capabilities.
The rising prevalence of autonomous automobiles is poised to drive the growth of the 5G testing equipment market in the forthcoming years. Autonomous automobiles, also known as self-driving cars or driverless vehicles, operate without human intervention, leveraging advanced technologies to perceive their surroundings and execute essential tasks autonomously. The escalating number of autonomous automobiles can be attributed to technological advancements, market demand for safer and more efficient transportation solutions, and regulatory initiatives advocating for the deployment of autonomous vehicles. Within this landscape, 5G testing equipment plays a crucial role in enabling dependable and low-latency connections for real-time data transmission, thereby enhancing vehicle communication, navigation, and safety features. For instance, a report by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety projects a significant rise in the presence of autonomous vehicles on American roads, estimating 3.5 million autonomous vehicles by 2025 and 4.5 million by 2030. Consequently, the increasing proliferation of autonomous automobiles emerges as a key driver fueling the growth of the 5G testing equipment market.
Prominent players in the 5G testing equipment market are actively engaged in developing technologically advanced solutions, such as wireless test platforms, to fortify their foothold in the industry. These platforms are instrumental in testing wireless technologies such as 5G to ensure optimal network performance, signal strength, and interoperability with devices such as self-driving cars. For instance, in February 2023, Keysight Technologies Inc., a US-based manufacturer of electronic test and measurement equipment and software, unveiled the E7515R solution. Built on the company's 5G network emulation solutions platform, this solution serves as a simplified network emulator specifically tailored for the protocol, radio frequency (RF), and functional evaluation of all cellular Internet of Things (IoT) technologies. The E7515R enriches Keysight's leading 5G Network Emulation Solutions portfolio, catering to mobile device validation throughout the development lifecycle, from early design stages to acceptance testing and deployment. Notably, the Keysight E7515R addresses the demand for a network emulation test platform optimized for 5G RedCap and interoperable across all Cellular IoT (CIoT) technologies, delivering simplified features tailored for RedCap testing without the overhead of full-spec 5G device testing.
In June 2023, Hewlett Packard Enterprise Company, a U.S.-based information technology company, acquired Athonet for an undisclosed amount. Through this acquisition, Hewlett Packard Enterprise aims to offer private networking by integrating mobile core solutions with its existing Aruba networking portfolio, enabling both Wi-Fi and private 5G services through a unified platform. Athonet is an Italy-based company specializing in 5G testing equipment, including 5G kits.
Major companies operating in the 5G testing equipment market are AT&T Inc., Tektronix, Keysight Technologies Inc., Intertek Group plc, Molex LLC, Rohde & Schwarz, VIAVI Solutions Inc., Trex Enterprises Corporation, MACOM Technology Solutions, Spirent Communications plc, LitePoint, EXFO Inc., Inseego Corp., Microlease PLC, SIGLENT Technologies, ETS Lindgren Ltd., Prisma Telecom Testing, Azimuth Systems, TMY Technology Inc., Anritsu Corporation, PCTEST Engineering Laboratory In, Calnex Solutions Ltd., Amarisoft, RADX Technologies, Boonton Electronics, ThinkRF Corp., Fibocom Wireless Inc.
North America was the largest region in the 5G testing equipment market in 2024. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the 5g testing equipment market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the 5g testing equipment market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.
The 5G testing equipment market consists of sales of performance testing equipment, interoperability testing equipment, security testing equipment, portable radio frequency test sets, antenna alignment tools, and software-defined testing. 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).
5G testing equipment encompasses a range of tools and instruments utilized for assessing, analyzing, and validating the efficiency, performance, and compatibility of 5G network components, devices, and services. These testing solutions ensure the precision, effectiveness, and quality of 5G infrastructure and associated technologies.
The primary types of 5G testing equipment include oscilloscopes, signal generators, spectrum analyzers, network analyzers, and other specialized tools. Oscilloscopes, also known as oscillographs, are devices employed in 5G testing equipment to visually display electrical signals and track their variations over time. They play a critical role in signal analysis, baseband and RF testing, error detection, protocol analysis, component characterization, and real-time monitoring. Revenue for these equipment types is derived from both new sales and rental services, catering to applications such as laboratory testing, performance assessment, and wireless and RF testing. End-users of 5G testing equipment include telecom equipment manufacturers, original device manufacturers (ODMs), telecom service providers, and other relevant stakeholders.
The 5G testing equipment research report is one of a series of new reports that provides 5G testing equipment market statistics, including the 5G testing equipment industry's global market size, regional shares, competitors with an 5G testing equipment market share, detailed 5G testing equipment market segments, market trends and opportunities, and any further data you may need to thrive in the 5G testing equipment industry. This 5G testing equipment market research report delivers a complete perspective of everything you need, with an in-depth analysis of the current and future scenarios of the industry.
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The 5G testing equipment market size has grown rapidly in recent years. It will grow from $2.48 billion in 2024 to $2.73 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 10.2%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to increased demand for bandwidth, emergence of IoT and connected devices, global standardization efforts, rapid deployment of 5G infrastructure, demand for quality of service (QoS) and quality of experience (QoE).
The 5G testing equipment market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $3.76 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8.4%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to 5G network expansion, increased adoption of 5G devices, emergence of vertical industries, transition to standalone (SA) 5G networks, deployment of private 5G networks. Major trends in the forecast period include integration of AI and machine learning, expansion of millimeter wave testing, focus on network slicing testing, rise of cloud-native testing solutions, enhanced security testing capabilities.
The rising prevalence of autonomous automobiles is poised to drive the growth of the 5G testing equipment market in the forthcoming years. Autonomous automobiles, also known as self-driving cars or driverless vehicles, operate without human intervention, leveraging advanced technologies to perceive their surroundings and execute essential tasks autonomously. The escalating number of autonomous automobiles can be attributed to technological advancements, market demand for safer and more efficient transportation solutions, and regulatory initiatives advocating for the deployment of autonomous vehicles. Within this landscape, 5G testing equipment plays a crucial role in enabling dependable and low-latency connections for real-time data transmission, thereby enhancing vehicle communication, navigation, and safety features. For instance, a report by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety projects a significant rise in the presence of autonomous vehicles on American roads, estimating 3.5 million autonomous vehicles by 2025 and 4.5 million by 2030. Consequently, the increasing proliferation of autonomous automobiles emerges as a key driver fueling the growth of the 5G testing equipment market.
Prominent players in the 5G testing equipment market are actively engaged in developing technologically advanced solutions, such as wireless test platforms, to fortify their foothold in the industry. These platforms are instrumental in testing wireless technologies such as 5G to ensure optimal network performance, signal strength, and interoperability with devices such as self-driving cars. For instance, in February 2023, Keysight Technologies Inc., a US-based manufacturer of electronic test and measurement equipment and software, unveiled the E7515R solution. Built on the company's 5G network emulation solutions platform, this solution serves as a simplified network emulator specifically tailored for the protocol, radio frequency (RF), and functional evaluation of all cellular Internet of Things (IoT) technologies. The E7515R enriches Keysight's leading 5G Network Emulation Solutions portfolio, catering to mobile device validation throughout the development lifecycle, from early design stages to acceptance testing and deployment. Notably, the Keysight E7515R addresses the demand for a network emulation test platform optimized for 5G RedCap and interoperable across all Cellular IoT (CIoT) technologies, delivering simplified features tailored for RedCap testing without the overhead of full-spec 5G device testing.
In June 2023, Hewlett Packard Enterprise Company, a U.S.-based information technology company, acquired Athonet for an undisclosed amount. Through this acquisition, Hewlett Packard Enterprise aims to offer private networking by integrating mobile core solutions with its existing Aruba networking portfolio, enabling both Wi-Fi and private 5G services through a unified platform. Athonet is an Italy-based company specializing in 5G testing equipment, including 5G kits.
Major companies operating in the 5G testing equipment market are AT&T Inc., Tektronix, Keysight Technologies Inc., Intertek Group plc, Molex LLC, Rohde & Schwarz, VIAVI Solutions Inc., Trex Enterprises Corporation, MACOM Technology Solutions, Spirent Communications plc, LitePoint, EXFO Inc., Inseego Corp., Microlease PLC, SIGLENT Technologies, ETS Lindgren Ltd., Prisma Telecom Testing, Azimuth Systems, TMY Technology Inc., Anritsu Corporation, PCTEST Engineering Laboratory In, Calnex Solutions Ltd., Amarisoft, RADX Technologies, Boonton Electronics, ThinkRF Corp., Fibocom Wireless Inc.
North America was the largest region in the 5G testing equipment market in 2024. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the 5g testing equipment market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the 5g testing equipment market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.
The 5G testing equipment market consists of sales of performance testing equipment, interoperability testing equipment, security testing equipment, portable radio frequency test sets, antenna alignment tools, and software-defined testing. 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).
5G testing equipment encompasses a range of tools and instruments utilized for assessing, analyzing, and validating the efficiency, performance, and compatibility of 5G network components, devices, and services. These testing solutions ensure the precision, effectiveness, and quality of 5G infrastructure and associated technologies.
The primary types of 5G testing equipment include oscilloscopes, signal generators, spectrum analyzers, network analyzers, and other specialized tools. Oscilloscopes, also known as oscillographs, are devices employed in 5G testing equipment to visually display electrical signals and track their variations over time. They play a critical role in signal analysis, baseband and RF testing, error detection, protocol analysis, component characterization, and real-time monitoring. Revenue for these equipment types is derived from both new sales and rental services, catering to applications such as laboratory testing, performance assessment, and wireless and RF testing. End-users of 5G testing equipment include telecom equipment manufacturers, original device manufacturers (ODMs), telecom service providers, and other relevant stakeholders.
The 5G testing equipment research report is one of a series of new reports that provides 5G testing equipment market statistics, including the 5G testing equipment industry's global market size, regional shares, competitors with an 5G testing equipment market share, detailed 5G testing equipment market segments, market trends and opportunities, and any further data you may need to thrive in the 5G testing equipment industry. This 5G testing equipment market research report delivers a complete perspective of everything you need, with an in-depth analysis of the current and future scenarios 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 Testing Equipment Market Characteristics3. 5G Testing Equipment Market Trends and Strategies4. 5G Testing Equipment Market - Macro Economic Scenario Including the Impact of Interest Rates, Inflation, Geopolitics, Covid and Recovery on the Market32. Global 5G Testing Equipment Market Competitive Benchmarking and Dashboard33. Key Mergers and Acquisitions in the 5G Testing Equipment Market34. Recent Developments in the 5G Testing Equipment Market
5. Global 5G Testing Equipment Growth Analysis and Strategic Analysis Framework
6. 5G Testing Equipment Market Segmentation
7. 5G Testing Equipment Market Regional and Country Analysis
8. Asia-Pacific 5G Testing Equipment Market
9. China 5G Testing Equipment Market
10. India 5G Testing Equipment Market
11. Japan 5G Testing Equipment Market
12. Australia 5G Testing Equipment Market
13. Indonesia 5G Testing Equipment Market
14. South Korea 5G Testing Equipment Market
15. Western Europe 5G Testing Equipment Market
16. UK 5G Testing Equipment Market
17. Germany 5G Testing Equipment Market
18. France 5G Testing Equipment Market
19. Italy 5G Testing Equipment Market
20. Spain 5G Testing Equipment Market
21. Eastern Europe 5G Testing Equipment Market
22. Russia 5G Testing Equipment Market
23. North America 5G Testing Equipment Market
24. USA 5G Testing Equipment Market
25. Canada 5G Testing Equipment Market
26. South America 5G Testing Equipment Market
27. Brazil 5G Testing Equipment Market
28. Middle East 5G Testing Equipment Market
29. Africa 5G Testing Equipment Market
30. 5G Testing Equipment Market Competitive Landscape and Company Profiles
31. 5G Testing Equipment Market Other Major and Innovative Companies
35. 5G Testing Equipment Market High Potential Countries, Segments and Strategies
36. Appendix
Executive Summary
5G Testing Equipment 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 testing equipment 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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Description
Where is the largest and fastest growing market for 5g testing equipment? How does the market relate to the overall economy, demography and other similar markets? What forces will shape the market going forward? The 5g testing equipment 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 Equipment Type: Oscilloscopes; Signal Generators; Spectrum Analyzers; Network Analyzers; Other Equipment Types2) By Revenue Source: New; Rental
3) By Application: Lab Testing; Performance Testing; Wireless And RF Testing
4) By End-User: Telecom Equipment Manufacturers; Original Device Manufacturers (ODMs); Telecom Service Providers; Other End-Users
Subsegments:
1) By Oscilloscopes: Digital Oscilloscopes; Mixed Signal Oscilloscopes2) By Signal Generators: Vector Signal Generators; Arbitrary Waveform Generators
3) By Spectrum Analyzers: Handheld Spectrum Analyzers; Benchtop Spectrum Analyzers
4) By Network Analyzers: Vector Network Analyzers (VNA); Scalar Network Analyzers
5) By Other Equipment Types: Power Meters; Channel Emulators; Protocol Analyzers
Key Companies Mentioned: AT&T Inc.; Tektronix; Keysight Technologies Inc; Intertek Group plc; Molex LLC
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 System Integration market report include:- AT&T Inc.
- Tektronix
- Keysight Technologies Inc
- Intertek Group plc
- Molex LLC
- Rohde & Schwarz
- VIAVI Solutions Inc.
- Trex Enterprises Corporation
- MACOM Technology Solutions
- Spirent Communications plc
- LitePoint
- EXFO Inc.
- Inseego Corp.
- Microlease PLC
- SIGLENT Technologies
- ETS Lindgren ltd
- Prisma Telecom Testing
- Azimuth Systems
- TMY Technology Inc.
- Anritsu Corporation
- PCTEST Engineering Laboratory In
- Calnex Solutions Ltd.
- Amarisoft
- RADX Technologies
- Boonton Electronics
- ThinkRF Corp.
- Fibocom Wireless Inc.
Table Information
| Report Attribute | Details |
|---|---|
| No. of Pages | 200 |
| Published | March 2025 |
| Forecast Period | 2025 - 2029 |
| Estimated Market Value ( USD | $ 2.73 Billion |
| Forecasted Market Value ( USD | $ 3.76 Billion |
| Compound Annual Growth Rate | 8.4% |
| Regions Covered | Global |
| No. of Companies Mentioned | 28 |
