5G Testing Market

5G Testing Market Outlook for 2024 to 2034

The global 5G testing market valuation is expected to be around USD 3.6 billion in 2024. The demand for 5G testing is forecast to grow at a notable rate of 8.2% through 2034. The global market research report on 5G testing further predicts the total market value to reach up to USD 7.8 billion by 2034 end.

The global 5G testing industry and services are gaining federal support to make sure the networks are meeting performance requirements and providing the promised high-speed connection.

Market Trends & Analysis

• Testing solutions for 5G networks assist in ensuring that improved mobile broadband services live up to consumer expectations regarding dependability and speed.
• Rigorous testing of 5G networks and devices has become essential and frequent due to strict telecom laws and data privacy regulations.
• The use of novel technologies like Massive MIMO and beamforming has made 5G testing and validation solutions, as well as its service sector, more intricate.

Report Attribute	Details
Market Revenue (2024)	USD 3.6 billion
Market Anticipated Forecast Value (2034)	USD 7.8 billion
Market Projected Growth Rate (2024 to 2034)	8.2% CAGR

Global 5G Testing Market Analysis During Historical Period from 2019 to 2023 Compared to Forecast Outlook for 2024 to 2034

5G testing as a service began before 2019 as many mobile network testing and optimization companies were aiding enterprises engaged in 5G research and development.

By the end of 2019, the net revenue generated from global demand for 5G testing equipment and services was figured out to be around USD 2.1 billion. The rollout of 5G network testing and validation of the 5G spectrum accelerated in the following years, driving the demand for such services at 11.4% CAGR.

Attributes	Details
Market Size (2019)	USD 2.1 billion
Market Size (2023)	USD 3.2 billion
Market (CAGR 2019 to 2023)	11.4% CAGR

Prominent Factors for the Growth of the Market

The 5G testing equipment and solutions are expected to gain more traction due to the proliferation of IoT or IIoT devices and the growth in linked devices. Such technologies have amplified the use of specialized testing services to guarantee that 5G networks can manage various traffic kinds and connection requirements.

Network slicing enables the development of virtualized, specially designed network segments for certain uses and has expanded the scope of the global 5G testing industry. This new technology is expected to propel the market by increasing the demand for protocol and interference testing to guarantee that network slicing is implemented and performed correctly.

Country-wise Insights

The table below illustrates the expected growth rate for the 5G technology testing within different territorial boundaries. The rapid expansion of 5G network services in Asia is anticipated to drive the regional markets of China, Japan, and South Korea at a greater pace. Meanwhile, North American and European countries like the United States and the United Kingdom are expected to witness a relatively slower growth rate due to market saturation.

Regional Market Comparison	CAGR (2024 to 2034)
United States	8.4%
China	9.2%
United Kingdom	8.6%
Japan	9.3%
South Korea	9.5%

The Advanced Telecom Sector of the United States is Driving its 5G Network Validation Solutions Market

Prominent factors that are anticipated to drive the United States 5G testing market at 8.4% CAGR between 2024 and 2034 include:

• The United States is putting greater emphasis on advancing trends in 5G testing technology to verify the privacy and dependability of such modern networks.
• Self-drive vehicles and cyber-based internal security infrastructure in the United States have increased the demand for ultra-low latency telecom networks.
• The emerging concept of augmented reality and its growing popularity among youths in the United States has also surged the demand for 5G throughput testing.

Greater Federal Support for Enhancing the Cellular Network Solutions in China is Propelling the Regional Market

Leading factors that are expected to retain the growth rate of China's 5G testing market at 9.2% till 2034 include:

• China has attracted many global 5G testing service providers as it was one of the pioneers of 5G technology.
• Telecom companies in China are rapidly expanding their networks with swiftly rising demand for high-speed internet access on mobile devices.
• Chinese wireless network testing equipment manufacturers are aspiring for global competitive advantage by providing dependable, high-performance analyzers.

The table below lists the predicted net worth of the regional markets for 5G performance testing by 2034. The United States is observed to retain its dominance through the projected time frame, followed by China. The 5G testing market in Japan is expected to emerge as lucrative with a higher CAGR and a forecast valuation to compete with China.

Regional Market Size	Market Size by 2034 (by Value)
United States	USD 1.4 billion
China	USD 1.2 billion
United Kingdom	USD 315.1 million
Japan	USD 878.5 million
South Korea	USD 429.1 million

Category-wise Insights

Hardware Offering Segment Currently Holds More Market Share than Services

Based on different offerings by 5G testing market participants, the 5G testing hardware constitutes the leading segment, which is predicted to grow at 8% through 2034.

Attributes	Details
Top Offering Type or Segment	Hardware
Market Segment CAGR from 2024 to 2034	8%
Market Segment CAGR from 2019 to 2023	11.2%

Some of the key trends propelling the 5G testing device or hardware segment include:

• 5G performance testing equipment or hardware manufacturers create the foundation for testing service.
• As the global 5G field testing solutions market is in a developing phase, the sales of 5G network testing devices and spectrum analyzers are soaring.

IDMs & ODMs Create Significant Demand for 5G Device Testing Market Participants

Among the different end-use industries requiring testing solutions for 5G networks, IDMs and ODMs are the leading demand generators and are poised to expand at 7.8% CAGR till 2034.

Attributes	Details
Top End-use Industry Segment	IDMs & ODMs
Market Segment CAGR from 2024 to 2034	7.8%
Market Segment CAGR from 2019 to 2023	11.1%

Some of the notable factors that have increased the demand for 5G test equipment by this segment include:

• As 5G and other higher spectrum networks employ many frequency bands, thorough testing of accessing devices is necessary to guarantee compatibility.
• To verify the smooth integration of cloud-native components and virtual network functions, testing 5G devices at IDMs and ODM services is crucial.

Competitive Landscape

The competition among telecom carriers and equipment makers to capture the rapidly expanding and evolving 5G market has resulted in the emergence of many new players in a very short time. So, the global market can be observed to be fragmenting fast. Emerging market players are also eagerly collaborating and partnering with leading industries for 5G research and development to consolidate their market share.

Recent Developments

• In February 2023, Keysight Technologies Incorporation introduced the E7515R solution. It is a simplified network emulator based on Keysight's 5G Network Emulation Solutions platform.
• It has been developed especially for 5G protocol, radio frequency (RF), and functional testing of all cellular Internet of Things (CIoT) technologies, including RedCap. The company further claims that it can be utilized for mobile device validation at every stage of the workflow-from early design to acceptance and deployment.
• In June 2023, the leading international technology company, HCLTech, confirmed the opening of a pioneering test facility center in India. The company aims to allow original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) of telecom infrastructure to test and certify 5G solutions globally.
• The facility has high-end scanners that permit OEMs to test huge cellular base stations and small form factor antennas used in mobile phones that run on 5G networks. As per the company statements, besides smart gadgets, it also targets health monitoring and remote surveillance systems.

Key Players Profiled in the Market

• Accedian
• Accuver
• Anokiwave, Inc.
• Anritsu
• Aritza Networks, Inc.
• Cohu, Inc.
• Consultix Wireless
• Emite
• Exfo, Inc.
• Gao Tek & GAO Group, Inc
• GI Communications, Inc.
• Innowireless Co Ltd.
• Keysight Technologies
• Macom
• Marvin Test Solutions, Inc.
• National Instruments Corp.
• Pctel, Inc.
• Rohde & Schwarz
• Simnovus
• Spirent Communications

Report Scope

Attribute	Details
Estimated Market Size (2024)	USD 3.6 billion
Projected Market Size (2034)	USD 7.8 billion
Anticipated Growth Rate (2024 to 2034)	8.2%
Forecast Period	2024 to 2034
Historical Data Available for	2019 to 2023
Market Analysis	USD million or billion for Value and Units for Volume
Key Regions Covered	North America; Latin America; Europe; the Middle East & Africa (MEA); East Asia; South Asia and Oceania
Key Countries Covered	United States, Canada, Brazil, Mexico, Germany, Spain, Italy, France, United Kingdom, Russia, China, India, Australia & New Zealand, GCC Countries, and South Africa
Key Segments Covered	By Offering, By End Use, and By Region
Key Companies Profiled	Accedian; Accuver; Anokiwave, Inc.; Anritsu; Aritza Networks, Inc.; Cohu, Inc.; Consultix Wireless; Emite; Exfo, Inc.; Gao Tek & GAO Group, Inc; GI Communications, Inc.; Innowireless Co Ltd.; Keysight Technologies; Macom; Marvin Test Solutions, Inc.; National Instruments Corp.; Pctel, Inc.; Rohde & Schwarz; Simnovus; Spirent Communications
Report Coverage	Market Forecast, Company Share Analysis, Competition Intelligence, DROT Analysis, Market Dynamics and Challenges, and Strategic Growth Initiatives
Customization & Pricing	Available upon Request

Key Segments Covered by 5G Testing Industry Survey Report

By Offering:

• Hardware
• Services

By End-use Industries:

• IDMs & ODMs
• Telecom Equipment Manufacturers
• Telecom Service Providers
• Other End-use Industries

By Region:

• North America
• Latin America
• Europe
• East Asia
• South Asia and Pacific
• The Middle East and Africa (MEA)

Frequently Asked Questions

How Big is the Global 5G Testing Market?

The global 5G testing market value in 2024 is estimated to be USD 3.6 billion in 2024.

What is the Growth Outlook of the 5G Testing Market?

The global 5G testing market is to grow at 8.2% during the forecast period.

What is the Projected Value of 5G Testing Market by 2034?

The global 5G testing market is predicted to be valued at USD 7.8 billion by 2034.

What was the Historical Size of the 5G Testing Market?

The global 5G testing market was valued at USD 3.2 billion in 2023.

Which Country is the Dominant Shareholder in the Global 5G Testing Market?

The United States accounts for nearly 45% of the revenue share of the global market.

Which Country Has Significant Growth Potential in the 5G Testing Market?

South Korea is predicted to witness a CAGR of 9.5% in sales of 5G testing through 2034.