Integrated Circuit (IC) Sockets Market Report 2026

The integrated circuit (ic) sockets market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $1.95 billion in 2025 to $2.1 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.8%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to growth of pcb based electronics manufacturing, widespread use of socketed memory modules, increasing need for ic testing and burn in processes, expansion of consumer electronics production, adoption of modular electronic designs.

The integrated circuit (ic) sockets market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $2.85 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to growth of semiconductor testing requirements, increasing complexity of advanced ic packages, rising demand for high speed computing hardware, expansion of automotive and industrial electronics, adoption of AI and data center hardware. Major trends in the forecast period include growing demand for high density and fine pitch ic sockets, rising adoption of high speed and high frequency test sockets, increasing use of zif and low insertion force socket designs, expansion of ic sockets for advanced packaging and soc devices, growing focus on durability and thermal performance of sockets.

The increasing demand for consumer electronics is projected to drive significant growth in the integrated circuit (IC) sockets market. Consumer electronics include devices such as smartphones, tablets, laptops, and smart home products, which enhance user experience and accessibility. Integrated circuit (IC) sockets are essential for these devices as they provide secure and efficient connections for ICs, facilitating easy upgrades, repairs, and maintenance. This is crucial for maintaining optimal device performance and longevity. According to the Shanghai Municipal People's Government, consumer electronics retail sales in China are expected to grow by 4% to reach 2.2 trillion yuan (US$305 billion) in 2023, with growth projected to accelerate to 5% in 2024. The rising demand for consumer electronics is thus a key driver for the integrated circuit (IC) sockets market.

Major companies in the integrated circuit (IC) sockets market are focusing on developing advanced solutions, such as high-frequency BGA devices, to enhance signal integrity, reduce insertion loss, and support faster data transmission for advanced computing and telecommunications applications. High-frequency Ball Grid Array (BGA) devices are ICs packaged in the BGA format, optimized to operate efficiently at gigahertz (GHz) signal frequencies. For instance, in October 2025, Ironwood Electronics, a US-based electronic components supplier, launched a 4 GHz elastomer socket for BGA1440 packages with only -1 dB insertion loss. This socket complements existing GHz-class BGA sockets and enables reliable signal integrity testing for complex ICs in computing, telecommunications, and automotive sectors.

In January 2023, Smiths Interconnect Inc., a US-based manufacturer of advanced electronic components, acquired Plastronics Socket Partners LP, a US-based provider of high-reliability connectivity products. The terms of the acquisition were not disclosed, but it aims to strengthen Smiths Interconnect's position in the semiconductor test market by integrating advanced burn-in test socket technology. Plastronics Socket Partners LP specializes in integrated circuit (IC) sockets, contributing to Smiths Interconnect’s expansion in this field.

Major companies operating in the integrated circuit (ic) sockets market are Panasonic Corporation, 3M Company, Texas Instruments Incorporated, Kyocera Corporation, TE Connectivity Ltd., Amphenol Corporation, Omron Corporation, Sensata Technologies B.V., Molex Inc., Würth Elektronik eiSos GmbH & Co. KG, WAGO Kontakttechnik GmbH & Co. KG, Hirose Electric Co. Ltd., Samtec Inc., Smith’s Interconnect Inc., Winchester Electronics Corporation, ept GmbH, Enplas Corporation, Yamaichi Electronics Co. Ltd., Mill-Max Mfg. Corporation, Johnstech International Corporation, Johanson Technology Inc., Harwin PLC, NorComp Inc., Chupond Precision Co. Ltd., CnC Tech LLC, Aries 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 on precision connectors, metal contacts, plastic housings, and semiconductor manufacturing equipment have increased production costs in the integrated circuit sockets market. Test sockets, high density sockets, and advanced packaging sockets are most affected, particularly in asia pacific and north america where cross border component sourcing is common. These tariffs have led to pricing pressure and longer lead times for socket manufacturers. However, they are also encouraging localized manufacturing, supplier diversification, and innovation in cost optimized and high performance socket designs.

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Integrated circuit (IC) sockets are hardware components used to connect integrated circuits to a printed circuit board (PCB), allowing for easy replacement or upgrading of the IC without the need for soldering. These sockets ensure a secure electrical connection and facilitate the swapping of ICs in electronic devices.

The main types of IC sockets include dual-in-line memory module (DIMM) sockets, production sockets, test or burn-in sockets, through-hole sockets, surface-mount sockets, zero-insertion force (ZIF) sockets, dual-row sockets, and others. DIMM sockets, for example, are connectors on a motherboard that interface with DIMM memory modules, enabling data transfer between the system's memory and the CPU. IC sockets are used in various applications such as memory, CMOS image sensors, high voltage, RF, system on chip (SOC), CPU, GPU, and other non-memory areas. These sockets serve multiple industry sectors, including home appliances, automotive and transportation, aerospace and defense, telecommunications, and industrial applications.Asia-Pacific was the largest region in the integrated circuit (IC) sockets market in 2025. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the integrated circuit (ic) sockets market report are Asia-Pacific, South East Asia, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the integrated circuit (ic) sockets market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Taiwan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

The integrated circuit (IC) sockets market consists of sales of dual in-line package sockets, single in-line package sockets, plastic led chip carrier sockets, ball grid array sockets, and small outline integrated circuit sockets. 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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