Global microcontroller unit sales in 2022 reached a high of USD 28.2 billion. Overall microcontroller unit demand will increase at 8.6% CAGR between 2023 and 2033. Accordingly, the global microcontroller unit market size is set to reach USD 70.6 billion by 2033.
In 2023, total market valuation will reach USD 30.9 billon. By product, 32-bit microcontroller units will remain the top revenue-generating segment. The target segment is likely to accelerate at 8.5% CAGR through 2033.
A microcontroller unit is a computer on a single very large scale Integrated (VLSI) chip. It has processing units, programmable memory, and input/output devices. Microcontroller units find applications in various industries. This includes automotive, medical, consumer electronics, and military industries.
Microcontrollers can act as microcomputers without having any digital parts. They reduce the cost and size of systems due to higher integration inside systems. They are easy to use and require less time to perform applications.
Microcontroller units or microcontrollers are being increasingly used in automatically controlled products and systems. This includes remote controls, automobile engine control systems, power tools, and other embedded systems.
Burgeoning demand for consumer electronics is set to boost microcontroller unit sales. Microcontrollers find applications in automatic home appliances such as washing machines, cameras, robots, ovens, etc. High production and usage of these devices will elevate demand in the global market.
Increasing applications in wireless fire detection systems, security equipment, medical instruments will bode well for the market. Besides this, rising usage in auto-braking systems, speedometers, and other vehicle components will create growth prospects.
North America is likely to retain its dominance in the global microcontroller unit industry. In 2023, North America microcontroller unit market size will be valued at USD 12.68 billion. By the end of 2033, North America market is set to reach USD 29.01 billion in 2033.
Rapid shift towards factory automation and rising popularity of autonomous vehicles are driving North America market. Further, increasing adoption of smart and advanced medical devices and home appliances will elevate demand. In addition, rising usage of advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) fuel demand
| Attributes | Key Insights |
|---|---|
| Microcontroller Unit Market Estimated Size (2023) | USD 30.9 billion |
| Projected Market Size (2033) | USD 70.6 billion |
| Value-based CAGR (2023 to 2033) | 8.6% |
| USA Market CAGR (2023 to 2033) | 7.5% |
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As per Future Market Insights (FMI), sales of microcontroller units grew at around 9.5% CAGR from 2018 to 2022. Total market valuation reached USD 28.2 billion in 2022. Between 2023 and 2033, the global market will expand at 8.6% CAGR. This will create an absolute $ opportunity of USD 39.8 billion by 2033.
Growing adoption of microcontroller units across diverse industries is a prominent factor driving the global market forward.
In medical industry, microcontrollers are widely used in medical equipment. For instance, American Hospitals Association reports that 76% of hospitals are connected with patients through smart medical device technology.
In nebulizers that are used for asthma, cystic fibrosis, in Bluetooth connected thermometers; PIC18F-Q40 microcontrollers are used. Microcontrollers made by STMicroelectronics such as STM32 series units are used in medical applications such as blood pressure monitors, digital thermometers, glucose meters, and dialysis machines.
In automobile industry, microcontrollers such as Infineon tri-core, Atmel AVR, PIC microcontroller, and Renesas microcontroller are used. Infineon tri-core 32 microcontrollers are used in gearboxes to control the injection and in combustion engine ignition. They are also used in electrical and hybrid vehicle drives.
Atmel AVR microcontrollers are used to distribute the power and flexibility for vehicles and they increase performance. Renesas microcontrollers are used in vehicles as they deliver high performance and low power consumption. These microcontrollers are used in applications such as vehicle control, power train, and driver information.
Thus, applications of microcontrollers are in varied industries and this triggers the growth of the microcontroller unit market.
| Country | United States |
|---|---|
| Projected CAGR (2023 to 2033) | 7.5% |
| Historical CAGR (2018 to 2022) | 8.0% |
| Market Value (2033) | USD 22.6 billion |
| Country | United Kingdom |
|---|---|
| Projected CAGR (2023 to 2033) | 7.8% |
| Historical CAGR (2018 to 2022) | 8.3% |
| Market Value (2033) | USD 3.6 billion |
| Country | China |
|---|---|
| Projected CAGR (2023 to 2033) | 9.6% |
| Historical CAGR (2018 to 2022) | 11.0% |
| Market Value (2033) | USD 6.1 billion |
| Country | Japan |
|---|---|
| Projected CAGR (2023 to 2033) | 8.1% |
| Historical CAGR (2018 to 2022) | 8.7% |
| Market Value (2033) | USD 5.2 billion |
| Country | South Korea |
|---|---|
| Projected CAGR (2023 to 2033) | 9.0% |
| Historical CAGR (2018 to 2022) | 10.3% |
| Market Value (2033) | USD 2.9 billion |
Rising Popularity of Electric Vehicles and Increasing Government Spending Making the USA a Dominant Market
The United States microcontroller unit market is set to reach USD 22.6 billion by 2033. Over the next ten years, the USA market will create an absolute $ opportunity of USD 11.6 billion. Microcontroller unit sales in the United States increased at a CAGR of 8.0% from 2018 to 2022. However, between 2023 and 2033, sales will exhibit a CAGR of 7.5%.
Robust growth of automotive industry is a prominent factor driving microcontroller sales in the USA. In recent years, there has been a dramatic increase in the adoption of electric vehicles across the United States. This trend is expected to further escalate over the next ten years due to rising pollution levels.
Development of autonomous vehicles with ADAS systems will elevate microcontroller unit demand across China. Sales will also surge due to rising applications in defence & military, and medical device sectors
The United States government is striving to reduce the country’s dependence on exports. For instance, in 2022, President Joe Biden signed ‘Creating Helpful Incentives to Produce Semiconductors and Science Act (CHIPS Act)’. This will allocate USD 52.7 billion in grants to the chip manufacturing companies.
The new act will create many jobs in the region, and such initiatives will trigger the microcontrollers’ market demand across the United States. Further, surging popularity of portable medical devices is likely to boost the USA market.
Rising Demand for Consumer Electronics Spurring Microcontroller Unit Sales in China
China microcontroller unit market is forecast to expand at 9.6% CAGR between 2023 and 2033. Total sales of microcontroller units in China are likely to total a valuation of USD 6.1 billion by 2033.
Microcontroller unit industry in China grew at a CAGR of 11.0% from 2018 to 2022. Between 2023 and 2033, China’s market will create an absolute $ opportunity of USD 3.7 billion.
Escalating demand for consumer electronics is driving microcontroller unit sales in China. Further, expansion of automotive sector will create growth prospects for the market.
China has become one of the leading producers and consumers of electronic devices worldwide. Factors such as high penetration of digitalization have resulted in increasing adoption of various electronic devices. This includes home appliances and smartphones. Driven by this, sales of microcontroller units are rising across China and the trend is likely to continue through 2033.
Large presence of leading microcontroller unit manufacturers is also positively impacting China market. Various companies are preferring to get microcontrollers and other electronics items from China-based companies. This is because they provide advanced solutions at lower costs.
For instance, in November 2020, Tesla, USA automobile maker, signed a joint venture with a company- Annex which is based in Jinan, China. Under the agreement, the company will deliver microcontroller chips and electronic solutions.
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Consumer Electronics to Generate Maximum Revenues Through 2033
Consumer electronics segment is likely to generate most demand for microcontroller units. During the historical period, consumer electronics segment grew at 9.1% CAGR. The consumer electronics segment will expand at 8.4% CAGR through 2033. This is due to increasing production of consumer electronics.
Use of microcontrollers in smartphones, smartwatches, and image sensing devices is immense. As of 2020, smartphone semiconductors’ revenue in the USA was USD 116 billion. By 2025, it is likely to reach USD 162 billion.
Such developments boost the demand of microcontroller units as they are of utmost importance in the manufacturing of smartphones. Thus, applications of microcontrollers in consumer electronics will boost the market.
Key companies in microcontroller unit market include Renesas Electronics Corporation, Microchip Technology Inc., Yamaichi Electronics Co., Ltd., Zilog, Inc., Infineon Technologies AG, Fujitsu Semiconductor Limited, Texas Instruments Incorporated, TE Connectivity Ltd., and STMicroelectronics, and NXP Semiconductors.
Microcontroller unit manufacturers are employing a variety of strategies to increase their sales. This includes new product launches, mergers, acquisitions, and research & development.
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| Attribute | Details |
|---|---|
| Estimated Market Size (2023) | USD 30.9 billion |
| Projected Market Size (2033) | USD 70.6 billion |
| Anticipated Growth Rate (2023 to 2033) | 8.6% CAGR |
| Forecast Period | 2023 to 2033 |
| Historical Data Available for | 2018 to 2022 |
| Market Analysis | USD Million for Value and MT for Volume |
| Key Regions Covered | North America; Latin America; Europe; Asia Pacific; and the Middle East & Africa |
| Key Countries Covered | United States, Canada, Brazil, Mexico, Germany, United Kingdom, France, Italy, Spain, Nordic, Russia, Poland, China, India, Thailand, Indonesia, Australia and New Zealand, Japan, GCC countries, North Africa, South Africa, and others. |
| Key Segments Covered | Product, Application, and Region |
| Key Companies Profiled | Fujitsu Semiconductor Limited; Zilog Inc.; Infineon Technologies AG; NXP Semiconductors; Microchip Technology Inc.; Renesas Electronics Corporation; TE Connectivity Ltd.; STMicroelectronics; Texas Instruments Incorporated; Yamaichi Electronics Co. Ltd. |
| Report Coverage | Market Forecast, Company Share Analysis, Competition Intelligence, Drivers Restraints Opportunity Trends Analysis, Market Dynamics and Challenges, and Strategic Growth Initiatives |
The market is valued at USD 28.2 billion in 2023.
Fujitsu Semiconductor Limited, Zilog Inc., and Infineon Technologies AG are the key market players.
The market is forecast to register a CAGR of 8.6% through 2033.
The United States is forecast to register a CAGR of 7.5% through 2033.
The global market size is projected to reach USD 70.6 billion by 2033.
1. Executive Summary | Microcontroller Unit Market 2. Market Overview 3. Market Background 4. Global Market Analysis 2018 to 2022 and Forecast, 2023 to 2033 5. Global Market Analysis 2018 to 2022 and Forecast 2023 to 2033, By Product 5.1. 32-bit 5.2. 16-bit 5.3. 8-bit 6. Global Market Analysis 2018 to 2022 and Forecast 2023 to 2033, By Application 6.1. Consumer Electronics 6.2. Automotive 6.3. Military & Defense 6.4. Medical Devices 6.5. Industrial 7. Global Market Analysis 2018 to 2022 and Forecast 2023 to 2033, By Region 7.1. North America 7.2. Latin America 7.3. Europe 7.4. Asia Pacific 7.5. Middle East & Africa 8. North America Market Analysis 2018 to 2022 and Forecast 2023 to 2033, By Country 9. Latin America Market Analysis 2018 to 2022 and Forecast 2023 to 2033, By Country 10. Europe Market Analysis 2018 to 2022 and Forecast 2023 to 2033, By Country 11. Asia Pacific Market Analysis 2018 to 2022 and Forecast 2023 to 2033, By Country 12. Middle East & Africa Market Analysis 2018 to 2022 and Forecast 2023 to 2033, By Country 13. Key Countries Market Analysis 14. Market Structure Analysis 15. Competition Analysis 15.1. Fujitsu Semiconductor Limited 15.2. Zilog, Inc. 15.3. Infineon Technologies AG 15.4. NXP Semiconductors 15.5. Microchip Technology Inc. 15.6. Renesas Electronics Corporation 15.7. TE Connectivity Ltd. 15.8. STMicroelectronics 15.9. Texas Instruments Incorporated 15.10. Yamaichi Electronics Co., Ltd. 16. Assumptions & Acronyms Used 17. Research Methodology
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