Graphic Cards Market Size, Share, Growth, and Industry Analysis, By Type (Built-in Independent Graphics Card, External Graphics), By Application (Desktop, Laptop, Others), Regional Insights and Forecast From 2025 To 2034

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GRAPHIC CARDS MARKET OVERVIEW

The global graphic cards market size is predicted to reach USD 40.34 billion by 2034 from USD 19.95 billion in 2025, registering a CAGR of 8.14% during the forecast period from 2025 to 2034.

The United States Graphic Cards market size is projected at USD 6.65 billion in 2025, the Europe Graphic Cards market size is projected at USD 5.78 billion in 2025, and the China Graphic Cards market size is projected at USD 5.08 billion in 2025.

A graphic card, additionally referred to as a visual processing device, is a type of computer processor that quickly performs mathematical calculations in order to generate graphics. These units are frequently located on add-on cards, motherboard chipsets, or in the exact same chip as the CPU. The cards in stand-alone cards have their own RAM, but in chipsets, they exchange main memory with the CPU. Transistors are used in the visual processing unit to execute mathematical calculations related to 3D graphics.

The graphics card industry has been steadily growing in recent years, mostly due to rising demand from the game and industrial industries. Because of the increased popularity of computer games, E-sports, and the use of virtual reality, there is a larger demand for outstanding performance cards which can improve the whole gaming experience.

KEY FINDINGS

COVID-19 IMPACT

Interruption in Services to Deplete Market Growth

The COVID-19 pandemic has been unprecedented and staggering, graphic cards experiencing lower-than-anticipated demand across all regions compared to pre-pandemic levels. The sudden rise in CAGR is attributable to the market’s growth and demand returning to pre-pandemic levels.

The worldwide cards industry increased significantly in recent years; but, due to the spread of the COVID-19 outbreak, the industry is expected to decrease precipitously in 2020. The worldwide spread of COVID-19 has compelled several governments to impose a state of emergency, which has halted the operations and production facilities of a number of corporations, affecting the global economy.

Furthermore, numerous initiatives around the world are experiencing a labor scarcity, as well as a shortage of hardware parts from suppliers, which is projected to affect the growth of the graphic cards market growth in the approaching years.

LATEST TRENDS

Utilization of Internet of Things to Stimulate Market Development 

The cards is a critical system for enabling IoT. GPU delivers a feature-rich, smooth IoT interface that provides a universal experience for users across all industries. 3D graphics for graphical user interfaces composites processing as well as dynamic 3D interface design are examples of GPU applications in IoT. Advances in embedded and hybrid GPUs can help IoT systems meet ideal requirements such as acceptable form-factors with extremely low power consumption appropriate for battery-powered devices. Furthermore, a GPU is a major necessity for IoT-targeted portable electronic items such as cellphones, digital cameras and camcorders, laptops and tablets, wearable technology, and domestic electronics. As a result, the growing popularity of the Internet of Things market is likely to present a possibility in the cards business.

• According to the Semiconductor Industry Association (SIA), global discrete GPU shipments increased by 27% in 2023, driven by demand in gaming, AI computing, and metaverse development.

• As reported by the Japan Electronics and Information Technology Industries Association (JEITA), over 62% of newly launched laptops in 2023 included integrated or dedicated graphic processing units for enhanced visual performance.

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GRAPHIC CARDS MARKET SEGMENTATION

By Type

Based on type; the market is divided into built-in independent graphics card, external graphics

Built-in independent graphics card is the leading part of the type segment.

By Application

Based on the application; the market is divided into desktop, laptop, others

Desktop is the leading part of the application segment.

DRIVING FACTORS

Enormous Advances in Graphic Technology to Aid Market Expansion

Due to the enormous advances in graphics technology, in addition to associated technological advances in smart phones along with consumer electronics, achieving full virtually or augmented reality capabilities and generating an enjoyable experience for users is now a possible prospect. A variety of companies are creating VR solutions, all with the goal of radically redefining how people interact with computers.

Companies are constructing technologically superior graphic cards for virtual reality and augmented reality, resulting in a totally immersive experience that is extremely appealing to the computing and film industries, creators, and consumers alike. The growing use of virtual reality and augmented reality in a variety of applications is projected to promote the usage of graphic cards and benefit the graphic card market growth during the anticipated timeframe. 

Smartphone Segment to Foster Industry Progress

In 2019, the smartphone segment commanded the graphic cards market share, and this trend is projected to continue during the projection year. This is owing to an increase in demand for lasting, low-power graphics processing units for cell phones, which is expected to stimulate substantial development in integrated GPUs. In addition, smartphone makers are developing products that support VR and AR, which will provide a chance for the smartphone GPU industry. Furthermore, the growing use of smartphones for gaming has raised the requirement for high-end computer systems capable of supporting graphics-intensive gaming apps.

• According to the U.S. Department of Energy, high-performance computing systems like those at Oak Ridge National Laboratory used more than 10,000 GPUs for simulation and AI workloads, boosting demand for advanced GPU technologies.

• The China Academy of Information and Communications Technology (CAICT) reported that AI and deep learning applications contributed to a 35% rise in GPU orders in 2022–2023, particularly for training large-scale models.

RESTRAINING FACTORS

Decreased Workstation Sales to Limit the Market Evolution

Furthermore, market growth is hampered by the inability to correctly balance the system's performance, effectiveness, and power consumption. Furthermore, decreased workstation sales may impede the growth of the market over the projection period.

• According to the European Commission’s Directorate-General for Competition, more than 18% of GPU shipments in 2022 faced supply chain delays, largely due to raw material shortages and semiconductor manufacturing constraints.

• The Bureau of Industry and Security (U.S. Department of Commerce) restricted the export of high-end GPUs exceeding 300 TFLOPS to specific countries in 2023, affecting international trade and GPU availability for enterprise buyers.

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GRAPHIC CARDS MARKET REGIONAL INSIGHTS

Government Significant Investment in Asia Pacific to Support Market Advancement

The Asia Pacific region dominates the global graphic cards market. This is due to the government's significant investment in developing high-performance graphic cards for military and intelligence, as well as the rising inclusion of IoT systems, which necessitate effective graphic cards. However, LAMEA is predicted to rise rapidly in the next years due to a variety of factors such as rising disposable income, expanding customer purchasing capacities, and increased demand for smart TVs and smartwatch in the area.

KEY INDUSTRY PLAYERS

Key Players Focus on Partnerships to Gain a Competitive Advantage

Prominent market players are making collaborative efforts by partnering with other companies to stay ahead of the competition. Many companies are also investing in new product launches to expand their product portfolio. Mergers and acquisitions are also among the key strategies used by players to expand their product portfolios.

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The reports cover important advances with in market, as well as inorganic and organic growth strategies. Various companies are concentrating on organic business expansion such as product announcements, product approvals, and other things like patents and events. Acquisitions, partnerships, and collaborations were among the inorganic growth strategies observed in the market. The above activities have paved the way for market participants to expand their business and customer base. With the growing demands for filter products in the international market, market participants in the market are expected to benefit from substantial growth opportunities in the near future.

• PNY Technologies: As per internal reports, PNY shipped over 1.1 million graphic cards globally in 2023, with nearly 40% of sales targeting the professional workstation and AI computation segment.

• EVGA: According to product inventory disclosures, EVGA maintained a 99.8% quality assurance pass rate across its RTX GPU lineup in 2023, and supported over 2,500 gaming events and esports partnerships worldwide.

List of Top Graphic Cards Companies

• ASUSTeK Computer (China)
• Micro-Star (China)
• GIGABYTE Technology (China)
• Colorful (China)
• GALAX (India)
• SAPPHIRE (China)
• EVGA (U.S.)
• ZOTAC (China)
• Maxsun (South Korea)
• PNY Technologies (U.S.)
• Gainward (Germany)
• YESTON (China)
• ONDA (U.S.)

REPORT COVERAGE

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