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The Display Driver IC Market size is forecast to increase by USD 3.79 billion, at a CAGR of 8.66% between 2022 and 2027. The market's expansion hinges on various factors, notably the escalating adoption of smart devices, continuous product releases by manufacturers, and a growing appetite for e-displays. Display driver ICs play a crucial role as integrated circuit chips that govern the switching and display techniques of LCD panels and AMOLED panels. These components are pivotal in ensuring optimal performance and functionality of display screens in modern electronic devices. The increasing demand for visually appealing and high-resolution displays, coupled with advancements in display technology, underscores the significance of DDICs in meeting consumer expectations and driving the market. Their ability to enhance display quality and efficiency remains a key driver in the competitive landscape of electronic device manufacturing.
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This market report extensively covers market segmentation by type (gate driver and source driver), display Size (small, medium, and large), and geography (APAC, North America, Europe, South America, and Middle East and Africa). It also includes an in-depth analysis of drivers, trends, and challenges. Furthermore, the report includes historic market data from 2017 to 2021.
The market is being driven by the rapid growth of OLED displays, Automotive displays, and demand for 4K and 8K televisions with UHD content. Emerging trends include advancements in Flexible displays, AR/VR HMDs, and smart devices like smartphones, wearables, and tablets. Challenges in this market include the complexity of COF-based display drivers, ensuring compatibility with various microprocessors and microcontrollers, and meeting the stringent requirements of industrial displays and small medical devices.
One of the key factors driving the market is the increasing penetration of smart devices. Factors such as the growing penetration of smart devices such as smartphones, tablets, laptops, smart TVs, streaming media players, and other multimedia devices are fuelling the demand for electronic chips such as DDICs. Several developing economies like APAC, the Middle East, Africa, and South America are having high growth in the penetration of smart devices.
Furthermore, several factors such as economic growth, increasing literacy rate, and rising purchasing power are boosting the demand for smartphones and other devices. Hence, advancements in cellular technology, such as 4G, and other factors are expected to drive the global market during the forecast period.
A key factor shaping the market growth is the rising M&A activities. In order to dominate their presence in the market, several companies of DDICs such as Renesas and Infineon Technologies are implementing certain inorganic strategies, such as M&A. Also, these new product launches and M&A are expected to increase the competition in the market.
For instance, in August 2021, Renesas Electronics Corp. completed its acquisition of Dialog Semiconductor, an American-founded UK-Domiciled manufacturer of semiconductor-based system solutions. Hence, such kinds of mergers and acquisitions are expected to drive the global market during the forecast period.
The miniaturization of electronic devices is one of the key challenges hindering the market. IC manufacturers are able to reduce the board space while maintaining manufacturing costs due to the increase in the miniaturization of semiconductor electronic devices. In order to reduce the board space, manufacturers are compelled to embed over 30 different high- and low-voltage circuits and analog functions in a single chip.
As a result, it tends to increase the manufacturing cost. Hence, companies are forced to constantly upgrade their offerings with more advanced and compact ICs to cater to consumer requirements which drives them to invest a large amount of money in procuring costly equipment to manufacture smart and intelligent DDIC systems. Hence, such factors are expected to hinder the global market during the forecast period
The market is experiencing significant growth and diversification, driven by advancements in display technologies and the increasing demand for high-resolution displays in various sectors. Key segments in this market include OLED displays, Flexible displays, and Automotive display systems, with a focus on delivering 4K and 8K televisions and UHD content.DDICs are essential components in smart devices such as smartphones, wearables, and AR/VR HMDs, enabling crisp and vibrant visuals. The market also caters to smart TVs, tablets, feature phones, and industrial displays, where Display Driver ICs play a crucial role in enhancing user experience. Leading players like LG Display are driving innovation in display driver technology, offering solutions for LTPS-LCD, TDDI, and COF-based display drivers. These technologies are vital for small devices like smartwatches, laptops, monitors, and TVs, ensuring seamless performance and visual clarity.
The gate driver segment is estimated to witness significant growth during the forecast period. A gate driver is a power amplifier that takes the low-power input of a controller IC and facilitates the proper high-current gate drive for a power device. As the requirements of consumers are increasing gradually, the design and performance of the gate driver circuits are becoming crucial.
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The gate driver segment was the largest segment and was valued at USD 4.37 billion in 2017. Factors such as the rising demand for better electronics from consumers and the emergence of new technologies such as wearables due to intense competition are expected to drive this segment. Manufacturers are also innovating new product offerings with the help of advancements in technology and R&D to stay ahead of the competition, resulting in a significant increase in the growth of the consumer electronics industry. Hence, the increase in demand for smartphones globally will fuel the demand for special-purpose logic ICs among the consumer electronics segment which in turn is expected to drive the global market during the forecast period.
The emergence of new-age technologies is expected to drive the growth of the small display size segment market during the forecast period. One of the main reasons driving the market of this segment is the rising adoption of active-matrix organic light-emitting diodes (AMOLEDs) for smartphones and tablets and LEDs for TVs and other appliances. Some of the key companies which are investing in R&D as well as product launches include Samsung Electronics Co. Ltd. and LG Electronics Inc. Hence, the advancement of new-age technologies such as wearables, smart electronics featuring smart glass technology, and flexible AMOLED segment is expected to drive the growth of this segment which in turn will drive the global market during the forecast period.
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APAC is estimated to contribute 61% to the growth of the global market during the forecast period. Technavio's analysts have elaborately explained the regional trends and drivers that shape the market during the forecast period. One of the major reasons for the significant market growth of IC drivers in APAC is the high concentration of device manufacturers and LCD and OLED panel manufacturers in the region. APAC is expected to sustain its dominance in the market owing to the well-established supply chain for devices in the region. China is one of the APAC countries which has significantly contributed to the market growth due to the factors such as the availability of abundant resources, proximity to customer locations, growing demand in the domestic market, and availability of low-cost labor in the country. Hence, such factors are expected to drive the global market growth in the region during the forecast period.
The market industry report includes the adoption lifecycle of the market, covering from the innovator's stage to the laggard's stage. It focuses on adoption rates in different regions based on penetration. Furthermore, the report also includes key purchase criteria and drivers of price sensitivity to help companies evaluate and develop their growth strategies.
Global Market Customer Landscape
companies are implementing various strategies, such as strategic alliances, partnerships, mergers and acquisitions, geographical expansion, and product/service launches, to enhance their presence in the market.
ams OSRAM AG: The company offers display driver IC solutions such as AS1115 LED Driver IC 64 LED matrix driver with 16 keys.
Fitipower Integrated Technology Inc: The company offers DDICs solutions for various LCD display sizes, including LCD TVs, monitors, laptops and other applications, including source drivers, gate drivers, timing controllers, Vcom OP and OP buffers.
FocalTech Systems Co. Ltd: The company offers DDIC solutions for Mobile, Tablet and Notebook.
The research report also includes detailed analyses of the competitive landscape of the market and information about 15 market companies, including:
Qualitative and quantitative analysis of companies has been conducted to help clients understand the wider business environment as well as the strengths and weaknesses of key market players. Data is qualitatively analyzed to categorize companies as pure play, category-focused, industry-focused, and diversified; it is quantitatively analyzed to categorize companies as dominant, leading, strong, tentative, and weak.
The market report forecasts market growth by revenue at global, regional & country levels and provides a market growth analysis of the latest trends and growth opportunities from 2017 to 2027.
The market is experiencing significant growth, driven by technological advancements and increasing demand for high-resolution displays across various sectors. The market encompasses a range of technologies and trends, including timing controllers, OLED displays, and flexible displays. In particular, the automotive display market is witnessing a surge due to the integration of advanced display technologies in vehicles.
Moreover, the emergence of 4K and 8K televisions and the demand for UHD content are driving the development of display driver ICs (DDICs) capable of supporting such high-resolution displays. Leading manufacturers like LG Display are investing heavily in research and development to enhance display technology for AR/VR head-mounted displays (HMDs), smart TVs, and small devices like feature phones and industrial displays. Technological advancements such as COF-based display drivers, TDDI, and LTPS-LCD are shaping the market, enabling the production of smartwatches, automotive displays, and smart wearables with improved performance and efficiency.
Furthermore, the market faces challenges such as software security upgrades for Nvidia GPU display drivers to mitigate risks like denial of service, information exposure, and data tampering. Despite these challenges, the smartphone market continues to drive demand for DDICs, especially with the rapid adoption of 5G networks and the need for full-length movies and high-resolution content on 5G-enabled smartphones. Overall, the market is poised for growth, fueled by ongoing manufacturing activities and major market trends that prioritize OLED display technology, dynamic AMOLED 2X displays, and flexible form factors catering to diverse consumer demands and technological advancements.
Moreover, the market is witnessing rapid growth, driven by advancements in technology and the increasing demand for high-quality displays across various sectors. Key players in this market include display manufacturers like Solomon Systech Limited, known for innovations such as the SSD7317. Technologies such as timing controllers and touch and Display Driver Integration (TDDI) ICs are enabling the development of advanced display solutions for smartphones, AR/VR devices, and smart TVs. The market is also expanding into new areas such as smart home products, small medical devices, and healthcare equipment, where display drivers play a crucial role in delivering clear and vibrant visuals. Additionally, with the emergence of 5G networks and the demand for real-time information, there's a growing need for display drivers capable of supporting high resolution and memory capacity.
Market Scope |
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Report Coverage |
Details |
Page number |
156 |
Base year |
2022 |
Historic period |
2017-2021 |
Forecast period |
2023-2027 |
Growth momentum & CAGR |
Accelerate at a CAGR of 8.66% |
Market growth 2023-2027 |
USD 3.79 billion |
Market structure |
Fragmented |
YoY growth 2022-2023(%) |
7.83 |
Regional analysis |
APAC, North America, Europe, South America, and Middle East and Africa |
Performing market contribution |
APAC at 61% |
Key countries |
US, South Korea, China, Japan, and Taiwan |
Competitive landscape |
Leading companies, Market Positioning of companies, Competitive Strategies, and Industry Risks |
Key companies profiled |
ams OSRAM AG, Fitipower Integrated Technology Inc., FocalTech Systems Co. Ltd., Himax Technologies Inc., Infineon Technologies AG, LX Semicon Co. Ltd., MagnaChip Semiconductor Corp., Novatek Microelectronics Corp., NXP Semiconductors NV, OmniVision Technologies Inc., Raydium Corp., Renesas Electronics Corp., ROHM Co. Ltd., Samsung Electronics Co. Ltd., SINOWEALTH Electronic Ltd., Sitronix Technology Corp., Solomon Systech International Ltd., Synaptics Inc., Texas Instruments Inc., and Toshiba Corp. |
Market dynamics |
Parent market analysis, Market forecasting, Market growth inducers and obstacles, Fast-growing and slow-growing segment analysis, COVID-19 impact and recovery analysis and future consumer dynamics, and Market condition analysis for the forecast period. |
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1 Executive Summary
2 Market Landscape
3 Market Sizing
4 Historic Market Size
5 Five Forces Analysis
6 Market Segmentation by Type
7 Market Segmentation by Display Size
8 Customer Landscape
9 Geographic Landscape
10 Drivers, Challenges, and Trends
11 Vendor Landscape
12 Vendor Analysis
13 Appendix
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