5G Radio Frequency Chip (RF Chip) Market Report 2026

The 5G radio frequency chip (rf chip) market size has grown rapidly in recent years. It will grow from $44.12 billion in 2025 to $52.31 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 18.6%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to early adoption of 4g lte rf components, increasing telecom infrastructure upgrades, rising smartphone penetration, growth in semiconductor fabrication capabilities, expansion of wireless communication standards.

The 5G radio frequency chip (rf chip) market size is expected to see rapid growth in the next few years. It will grow to $104.79 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 19%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to growing deployment of 5G networks, rising demand for mmwave frequency devices, increasing adoption of autonomous mobility systems, expansion of smart infrastructure projects, rising integration of AI enabled rf chips. Major trends in the forecast period include growing use of rf chips in 5G enabled iot devices, increasing integration of rfic s in consumer electronics, rising demand for high performance mmwave components, expansion of rf chips in connected automotive systems, advancement in multi band rf chip architectures.

The growing demand for high-speed internet connectivity is expected to significantly boost the 5G radio frequency (RF) chip market in the future. High-speed internet connectivity enables faster data access and transmission compared to traditional internet connections. 5G RF chips are crucial for facilitating this high-speed connectivity in 5G networks, as they can accommodate various frequency bands, utilize advanced modulation techniques, support beamforming, ensure low-latency communication, integrate with antenna systems, and provide energy efficiency. For example, in 2023, the Government of Canada projected that high-speed internet access would reach 98% of the population by 2026 and 100% by 2030. Additionally, the number of global internet users increased from 5.1 billion (representing a 65% penetration rate) in 2022 to 5.4 billion (67% penetration) in 2023. Consequently, the rising need for high-speed internet connectivity is set to drive growth in the 5G RF chip market.

Key players in the 5G radio frequency chip (RF chip) market are strategically focusing on innovative technological solutions, such as the system-on-chip, to maintain competitiveness and cater to the rising demand for faster and more reliable wireless communication systems. The system-on-chip (SoC) represents a mmWave 5G chipset specifically designed to power the next generation of 5G smartphones, delivering seamless displays, gaming experiences, and enhanced power efficiency. For instance, in May 2023, MediaTek Inc., a Taiwan-based semiconductor company, introduced the Dimension 1050 system-on-chip, marking the inaugural mmWave chipset for seamless 5G smartphone connectivity. The Dimension 1050 seamlessly transitions between mmWave 5G and sub-6GHz, ensuring compatibility with 5G networks globally. Additionally, it supports high-end UFS 3.1 storage and LPDDR5 memory, providing ultra-fast data streams, and features a dual HDR video capture engine for simultaneous streaming with front and rear cameras.

In February 2024, Qorvo, Inc., a U.S.-based provider of connectivity and power semiconductor solutions, acquired Anokiwave, Inc. for $94 million. This acquisition enables Qorvo to strengthen its portfolio in beamforming and IF-to-RF conversion ICs for 5G, SATCOM, and active antenna systems. Anokiwave, Inc., based in the U.S., provides a comprehensive range of silicon mmWave ICs for 5G applications.

Major companies operating in the 5G radio frequency chip (rf chip) market are Samsung Electronics Co. Ltd, Qualcomm, Broadcom Inc., Texas Instruments Incorporated, MediaTek Inc., STMicroelectronics, Infineon Technologies AG, Renesas Electronics Corporation, Murata, NXP Semiconductors N.V., Analog Devices, ON Semiconductor Corporation, Skyworks, Qorvo, GuoboElectronicCo. Ltd, Silicon Labs, MaxLinear Inc., MACOM Technology Solutions Holdings, Inc., WIN Semiconductors Corp., Vanchip (Tianjin) Technology Co. Ltd, Sequans Communications S.A., ShenZhen Fine Made Electronics Group Co.Ltd, Filtronic plc, Maxscend Technologies Inc.

Note that the outlook for this market is being affected by rapid changes in trade relations and tariffs globally. The report will be updated prior to delivery to reflect the latest status, including revised forecasts and quantified impact analysis. The report’s Recommendations and Conclusions sections will be updated to give strategies for entities dealing with the fast-moving international environment.

Tariffs on semiconductor wafers, RF components, and high-frequency materials used in 5G RF chips have increased manufacturing costs and created bottlenecks in global supply chains, particularly affecting Asian manufacturing hubs such as China, South Korea, and Taiwan. These impacts are most pronounced in consumer electronics and communication infrastructure segments that rely heavily on high-volume chip production. However, tariffs have also encouraged regional semiconductor self-reliance, increased domestic production investments, and accelerated innovation in alternative materials and localized RF chip designs.

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A 5G radio frequency chip (RF chip) is a component engineered to function at elevated frequencies, typically within the range of several hundred megahertz (MHz) to several gigahertz (GHz), and is integral to 5G technology for wireless communication. These chips consolidate a multitude of functions necessary for radio frequency communication into a singular chip, diminishing the reliance on external components and concurrently boosting operational efficiency.

The primary categories of 5G radio frequency chips (RF chips) are distinguished as high-frequency and low-frequency. High frequency pertains to electromagnetic frequencies positioned in the upper segment of the radio frequency (RF) spectrum. Within this category, several chips play vital roles, including radio frequency integrated circuits (RFICs) and millimeter-wave ICs, generating both sub-6 GHz and millimeter-wave (mmWave) frequency bands. These chips find application across diverse sectors, including automotive, communications, consumer electronics, and others.North America was the largest region in the 5G radio frequency chip (RF Chip) market in 2025. The regions covered in the 5G radio frequency chip (rf chip) market report are Asia-Pacific, South East Asia, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the 5G radio frequency chip (rf chip) market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Taiwan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

The 5G radio frequency chip (RF chip) market consists of revenues earned by entities by providing services such as chip design services, integration services, customization and optimization, and consulting and support services. The market value includes the value of related goods sold by the service provider or included within the service offering. The 5G radio frequency chip (RF chip) market also includes sales of transceivers, RF front-end modules, power amplifiers, low-noise amplifiers, beamforming chips, and RF switches. Values in this market are ‘factory gate’ values, that is, the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors, and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods.

The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD unless otherwise specified).

The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products.

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