Complex Programmable Logic Device Market Report 2026

The complex programmable logic device market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $0.64 billion in 2025 to $0.68 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.9%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to increasing complexity of digital circuit designs, rising demand for flexible logic solutions, growth of consumer electronics manufacturing, early adoption of programmable logic in telecom equipment, expansion of industrial control systems.

The complex programmable logic device market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $0.87 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.4%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to growing deployment of iot-enabled devices, increasing demand for rapid prototyping and customization, rising integration of electronics in vehicles, expansion of smart manufacturing infrastructure, demand for cost-effective programmable alternatives to asics. Major trends in the forecast period include high-speed logic processing for embedded systems, growing use of cplds in system control and glue logic, rising demand for low-power programmable logic devices, increased adoption in industrial automation hardware, expansion of cplds in automotive electronic control units.

The growing demand for electronic devices is expected to drive the expansion of the complex programmable logic device market in the coming years. Electronic devices encompass a wide range of gadgets and instruments that operate based on electronic principles. The increasing demand for these devices is driven by factors such as connectivity, remote work and education, lifestyle changes, and digitalization. Complex programmable logic devices (CPLDs) are used in electronics to create customizable digital circuits. They provide a balance of flexibility and speed, allowing designers to program specific logic functions, making them ideal for applications like simple control systems and glue logic. For example, Ericsson, a Sweden-based telecommunications company, reported that the number of smartphone subscriptions rose from 6,570 in 2022 to 6,930 in 2023. Therefore, the rising demand for electronic devices is fueling the growth of the complex programmable logic device market.

The expansion of 5G penetration is expected to drive the growth of the complex programmable logic device (CPLD) market in the coming years. 5G penetration refers to the level at which 5G network technology is adopted and utilized by consumers and businesses within a specific region or market. This adoption is rising due to the growing demand for high-speed, low-latency connectivity that supports advanced applications such as IoT, autonomous vehicles, and smart devices. CPLDs facilitate 5G penetration by enabling fast, flexible, and low-latency signal processing in base stations and network equipment, supporting efficient deployment of 5G infrastructure. For example, in 2025, Telefonaktiebolaget LM Ericsson, a Sweden-based information and communication technology company, projected that global 5G subscriptions would reach 6.3 billion by 2030. Consequently, the growth of 5G penetration is fueling the expansion of the CPLD market.

The expansion of industrial automation is expected to drive the growth of the complex programmable logic device (CPLD) market in the coming years. Industrial automation involves the use of control systems, such as computers or robots, and information technology to reduce or replace human intervention in various industrial processes and machinery. Its adoption is increasing due to factors such as enhanced efficiency and productivity, improved quality, and greater workplace safety. CPLDs are employed in industrial automation for custom hardware solutions because of their reconfigurability and capability to efficiently handle multiple logic functions. They provide high reliability and speed, which are crucial for industrial automation and control systems. For example, in April 2024, the International Federation of Robotics, a Germany-based international organization, reported that manufacturing companies in the United States significantly increased automation efforts, with total industrial robot installations rising 12% to 44,303 units in 2023.

Major companies operating in the complex programmable logic device market are Intel Corporation, Lattice Semiconductor, Microchip Technology Inc., Xilinx, Texas Instruments Incorporated, STMicroelectronics, NXP Semiconductors, Renesas Electronics Corporation, Infineon Technologies AG, Toshiba Corporation, Silicon Labs, Cypress Semiconductor, Dialog Semiconductor, ON Semiconductor, Sharp Electronics, Avnet Inc., Arrow Electronics, Mouser Electronics, Digi-Key Electronics, Future Electronics.

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 have influenced the CPLD market by increasing costs for imported semiconductors, fabrication materials, and advanced manufacturing equipment, impacting overall device pricing. These effects are most visible in consumer electronics, automotive, and industrial segments, particularly across Asia-Pacific and North America where semiconductor production and consumption are high. Supply chain disruptions and longer lead times have prompted manufacturers to reassess sourcing strategies. At the same time, tariffs have encouraged regional manufacturing investments and strengthened domestic semiconductor ecosystems, supporting long-term market stability.

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A complex programmable logic device (CPLD) is a device that consolidates multiple simple programmable logic devices (SPLDs) or programmable logic devices (PLDs) into a single integrated circuit, offering flexibility for creating custom logic designs without the need for custom integrated circuits (ICs). CPLDs are capable of high-speed operation, making them suitable for applications requiring rapid processing of digital signals.

The main types of complex programmable logic devices include electrically erasable programmable read-only memory (EEPROM)-based CPLDs, flash-based CPLDs, and others. EEPROM is a type of non-volatile memory that can be electrically erased and reprogrammed, often used to store configuration data defining the functionality and behavior of the device. CPLDs are distributed through various sales channels, including direct and indirect methods, and find applications in consumer electronics, telecommunications, automotive, medical devices, industrial sectors, and more.Asia-Pacific was the largest region in the complex programmable logic device market in 2025. The regions covered in the complex programmable logic device market report are Asia-Pacific, South East Asia, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the complex programmable logic device market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Taiwan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

The complex programmable logic device market consists of sales of programmable logic arrays, macrocells or logic blocks, configuration memory, and input or output blocks. 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.

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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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