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Growth in industrial semiconductor and module markets

Overview

The markets for industrial microcontrollers (MCU) and computer modules (COM) are both experiencing projected growth driven by advancements in Edge AI and industrial automation.

The industrial MCU chip market is expected to grow from approximately US$5.18 billion in 2025 to US$7.49 billion by 2032. This expansion is attributed to Industry 4.0, smart factories, and a technological shift toward integrated connectivity and security. Key developments include the rise of 32-bit MCUs supporting IoT and real-time control, with major players integrating Neural Processing Units and post-quantum cryptography.

Similarly, the computer module market is projected to reach 3,668 million USD by 2026, with a potential rise to 7,926 million USD by 2032. This sector is evolving from simple control functions toward high-performance AI inference at the edge, utilizing architectures such as ARM for low-power IoT and x86 for high-performance industrial and medical computing.

Entities

Microchip Technology · Congatec · NXP Semiconductors · Grand View Research · Texas Instruments

Timeline

  1. [TECHNOLOGY] 2 sources
    Computer Module market projected to reach 3,668 million USD by 2026

    The global computer module market is forecast to reach 3,668 million USD by 2026, driven by increasing demand for Edge AI capabilities in industrial, medical, and automotive sectors.

  2. [TECHNOLOGY] 2 sources
    Industrial MCU chip market projected to reach US$7.49 billion by 2032

    The industrial control MCU chip market is expected to reach US$7.49 billion by 2032, driven by Industry 4.0, edge AI, and smart factory integration.

Sources

dreamnews.jp · the-miyanichi.co.jp