The personal computer cards and modems market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $7.09 billion in 2025 to $7.47 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.3%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to rise of broadband internet adoption, expansion of laptop and personal computing usage, need for portable connectivity solutions, growth of enterprise networking requirements, evolution of dial up to broadband transition.
The personal computer cards and modems market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $9.26 billion by 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.5%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to expansion of iot connected devices ecosystem, increasing demand for high speed wireless connectivity, growth of edge computing enabled devices, rising adoption of hybrid work computing environments, advancement in 5G and private network infrastructure. Major trends in the forecast period include 5G and advanced cellular modem integration, wi fi 6 and wi fi 7 enabled connectivity modules, usb based plug and play networking expansion, embedded ioT communication modules adoption, edge enabled wireless network interface card evolution.
The rising demand for high-speed internet connectivity is expected to propel the growth of the personal computer memory cards and modems market going forward. High-speed internet connectivity refers to the availability of fast and reliable internet access that enables efficient data transmission for activities such as streaming, cloud computing, online gaming, and video conferencing. High-speed internet connectivity is increasing due to the rising demand for data-intensive applications such as video streaming, cloud computing, online gaming, and remote work, which require faster and more reliable network performance. Personal computer memory cards and modems support high-speed internet connectivity by enabling efficient data storage, processing, and transmission between devices and networks, ensuring faster access to digital applications and services. For instance, in November 2025, according to Ofcom, a UK-based regulator for telecommunications, media, and broadcasting, gigabit-capable broadband network coverage across UK residential premises increased to 87%, up from 83% in 2024. Therefore, the increasing demand for high-speed internet connectivity is driving the growth of the personal computer memory cards and modems market.
Key operating companies in the personal computer memory cards and modems market are focusing on technological advancements in high-speed data transmission modems, including improvements in power efficiency, to strengthen competitiveness, enhance device performance, and meet rising demand for faster and more reliable connectivity solutions across consumer and enterprise applications. Power efficiency enhancement refers to improving a device’s capability to deliver higher performance while consuming reduced electrical energy. For example, in January 2024, Micron Technology, a US-based semiconductor firm specializing in memory and storage solutions, introduced LPCAMM2 (Low Power Compression Attached Memory Module) for laptops, designed to provide higher performance, improved power efficiency, and a compact form factor. The module is based on LPDDR5X DRAM technology and delivers significantly faster data transfer speeds, reduced power consumption, and up to 64% space savings compared to traditional SODIMM modules. Additionally, the solution supports modularity and upgradeability, enabling flexible system design, improved battery life, and enhanced performance for next-generation and AI-enabled laptops.
In June 2025, CMS Distribution Limited, a UK-based technology distribution firm, entered a strategic partnership with Lexar Co., Ltd. for an undisclosed value. Through this collaboration, CMS Distribution seeks to broaden its memory and storage portfolio across the UK and Europe, reinforcing its footprint in the personal computer memory cards and modems market while improving product availability via its distribution network. Lexar Co., Ltd. is a US-based technology company specializing in high-performance memory solutions, including memory cards, USB flash drives, SSDs, and storage products for consumer and professional applications.
Major companies operating in the personal computer cards and modems market are Samsung Electronics Co. Ltd., Qualcomm Technologies Inc., ZTE Corporation, Quectel Wireless Solutions Co. Ltd., Fibocom Wireless Inc., NETGEAR Inc., Digi International Inc., Telit Cinterion Deutschland GmbH, Hitron Technologies Inc., Inseego Corp., D-Link Corporation, Lantronix Inc., TRENDnet Inc., Option NV, Raveon Technologies Corporation, Radicom Research Inc., Multi-Tech Systems Inc., Gateworks Corporation, Bausch Datacom NV, Nimbus Technologies Private Limited.
North America was the largest region in the personal computer memory cards and modems market in 2025. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the personal computer cards and modems market report are Asia-Pacific, South East Asia, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the personal computer cards and modems market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Taiwan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.
The personal computer cards and modems market consists of sales internal and external modems, wireless network interface cards, and embedded communication modules. 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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The personal computer cards and modems market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $9.26 billion by 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.5%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to expansion of iot connected devices ecosystem, increasing demand for high speed wireless connectivity, growth of edge computing enabled devices, rising adoption of hybrid work computing environments, advancement in 5G and private network infrastructure. Major trends in the forecast period include 5G and advanced cellular modem integration, wi fi 6 and wi fi 7 enabled connectivity modules, usb based plug and play networking expansion, embedded ioT communication modules adoption, edge enabled wireless network interface card evolution.
The rising demand for high-speed internet connectivity is expected to propel the growth of the personal computer memory cards and modems market going forward. High-speed internet connectivity refers to the availability of fast and reliable internet access that enables efficient data transmission for activities such as streaming, cloud computing, online gaming, and video conferencing. High-speed internet connectivity is increasing due to the rising demand for data-intensive applications such as video streaming, cloud computing, online gaming, and remote work, which require faster and more reliable network performance. Personal computer memory cards and modems support high-speed internet connectivity by enabling efficient data storage, processing, and transmission between devices and networks, ensuring faster access to digital applications and services. For instance, in November 2025, according to Ofcom, a UK-based regulator for telecommunications, media, and broadcasting, gigabit-capable broadband network coverage across UK residential premises increased to 87%, up from 83% in 2024. Therefore, the increasing demand for high-speed internet connectivity is driving the growth of the personal computer memory cards and modems market.
Key operating companies in the personal computer memory cards and modems market are focusing on technological advancements in high-speed data transmission modems, including improvements in power efficiency, to strengthen competitiveness, enhance device performance, and meet rising demand for faster and more reliable connectivity solutions across consumer and enterprise applications. Power efficiency enhancement refers to improving a device’s capability to deliver higher performance while consuming reduced electrical energy. For example, in January 2024, Micron Technology, a US-based semiconductor firm specializing in memory and storage solutions, introduced LPCAMM2 (Low Power Compression Attached Memory Module) for laptops, designed to provide higher performance, improved power efficiency, and a compact form factor. The module is based on LPDDR5X DRAM technology and delivers significantly faster data transfer speeds, reduced power consumption, and up to 64% space savings compared to traditional SODIMM modules. Additionally, the solution supports modularity and upgradeability, enabling flexible system design, improved battery life, and enhanced performance for next-generation and AI-enabled laptops.
In June 2025, CMS Distribution Limited, a UK-based technology distribution firm, entered a strategic partnership with Lexar Co., Ltd. for an undisclosed value. Through this collaboration, CMS Distribution seeks to broaden its memory and storage portfolio across the UK and Europe, reinforcing its footprint in the personal computer memory cards and modems market while improving product availability via its distribution network. Lexar Co., Ltd. is a US-based technology company specializing in high-performance memory solutions, including memory cards, USB flash drives, SSDs, and storage products for consumer and professional applications.
Major companies operating in the personal computer cards and modems market are Samsung Electronics Co. Ltd., Qualcomm Technologies Inc., ZTE Corporation, Quectel Wireless Solutions Co. Ltd., Fibocom Wireless Inc., NETGEAR Inc., Digi International Inc., Telit Cinterion Deutschland GmbH, Hitron Technologies Inc., Inseego Corp., D-Link Corporation, Lantronix Inc., TRENDnet Inc., Option NV, Raveon Technologies Corporation, Radicom Research Inc., Multi-Tech Systems Inc., Gateworks Corporation, Bausch Datacom NV, Nimbus Technologies Private Limited.
North America was the largest region in the personal computer memory cards and modems market in 2025. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the personal computer cards and modems market report are Asia-Pacific, South East Asia, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the personal computer cards and modems market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Taiwan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.
The personal computer cards and modems market consists of sales internal and external modems, wireless network interface cards, and embedded communication modules. 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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Table of Contents
1. Executive Summary
2. Personal Computer Cards and Modems Market Characteristics
3. Personal Computer Cards and Modems Market Supply Chain Analysis
4. Global Personal Computer Cards and Modems Market Trends and Strategies
5. Personal Computer Cards and Modems Market Analysis of End Use Industries
7. Global Personal Computer Cards and Modems Strategic Analysis Framework, Current Market Size, Market Comparisons and Growth Rate Analysis
8. Global Personal Computer Cards and Modems Total Addressable Market (TAM) Analysis for the Market
9. Personal Computer Cards and Modems Market Segmentation
10. Personal Computer Cards and Modems Market Regional and Country Analysis
11. Asia-Pacific Personal Computer Cards and Modems Market
12. China Personal Computer Cards and Modems Market
13. India Personal Computer Cards and Modems Market
14. Japan Personal Computer Cards and Modems Market
15. Australia Personal Computer Cards and Modems Market
16. Indonesia Personal Computer Cards and Modems Market
17. South Korea Personal Computer Cards and Modems Market
18. Taiwan Personal Computer Cards and Modems Market
19. South East Asia Personal Computer Cards and Modems Market
20. Western Europe Personal Computer Cards and Modems Market
21. UK Personal Computer Cards and Modems Market
22. Germany Personal Computer Cards and Modems Market
23. France Personal Computer Cards and Modems Market
24. Italy Personal Computer Cards and Modems Market
25. Spain Personal Computer Cards and Modems Market
26. Eastern Europe Personal Computer Cards and Modems Market
27. Russia Personal Computer Cards and Modems Market
28. North America Personal Computer Cards and Modems Market
29. USA Personal Computer Cards and Modems Market
30. Canada Personal Computer Cards and Modems Market
31. South America Personal Computer Cards and Modems Market
32. Brazil Personal Computer Cards and Modems Market
33. Middle East Personal Computer Cards and Modems Market
34. Africa Personal Computer Cards and Modems Market
36. Personal Computer Cards and Modems Market Competitive Landscape and Company Profiles
37. Personal Computer Cards and Modems Market Other Major and Innovative Companies
41. Personal Computer Cards and Modems Market High Potential Countries, Segments and Strategies
42. Appendix
Executive Summary
Personal Computer Cards And Modems Market Global Report 2026 provides strategists, marketers and senior management with the critical information they need to assess the market.This report focuses personal computer cards and modems market which is experiencing strong growth. The report gives a guide to the trends which will be shaping the market over the next ten years and beyond.
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Description
Where is the largest and fastest growing market for personal computer cards and modems? How does the market relate to the overall economy, demography and other similar markets? What forces will shape the market going forward, including technological disruption, regulatory shifts, and changing consumer preferences? The personal computer cards and modems market global report answers all these questions and many more.The report covers market characteristics, size and growth, segmentation, regional and country breakdowns, total addressable market (TAM), market attractiveness score (MAS), competitive landscape, market shares, company scoring matrix, trends and strategies for this market. It traces the market’s historic and forecast market growth by geography.
- The market characteristics section of the report defines and explains the market. This section also examines key products and services offered in the market, evaluates brand-level differentiation, compares product features, and highlights major innovation and product development trends.
- The supply chain analysis section provides an overview of the entire value chain, including key raw materials, resources, and supplier analysis. It also provides a list competitor at each level of the supply chain.
- The updated trends and strategies section analyses the shape of the market as it evolves and highlights emerging technology trends such as digital transformation, automation, sustainability initiatives, and AI-driven innovation. It suggests how companies can leverage these advancements to strengthen their market position and achieve competitive differentiation.
- The regulatory and investment landscape section provides an overview of the key regulatory frameworks, regularity bodies, associations, and government policies influencing the market. It also examines major investment flows, incentives, and funding trends shaping industry growth and innovation.
- The market size section gives the market size ($b) covering both the historic growth of the market, and forecasting its development.
- The forecasts are made after considering the major factors currently impacting the market. These include the technological advancements such as AI and automation, Russia-Ukraine war, trade tariffs (government-imposed import/export duties), elevated inflation and interest rates.
- The total addressable market (TAM) analysis section defines and estimates the market potential compares it with the current market size, and provides strategic insights and growth opportunities based on this evaluation.
- The market attractiveness scoring section evaluates the market based on a quantitative scoring framework that considers growth potential, competitive dynamics, strategic fit, and risk profile. It also provides interpretive insights and strategic implications for decision-makers.
- Market segmentations break down the market into sub markets.
- The regional and country breakdowns section gives an analysis of the market in each geography and the size of the market by geography and compares their historic and forecast growth.
- Expanded geographical coverage includes Taiwan and Southeast Asia, reflecting recent supply chain realignments and manufacturing shifts in the region. This section analyzes how these markets are becoming increasingly important hubs in the global value chain.
- The competitive landscape chapter gives a description of the competitive nature of the market, market shares, and a description of the leading companies. Key financial deals which have shaped the market in recent years are identified.
- The company scoring matrix section evaluates and ranks leading companies based on a multi-parameter framework that includes market share or revenues, product innovation, and brand recognition.
Report Scope
Markets Covered:
1) By Product Type: Memory Cards; Modems; Network Interface Cards; Embedded Communication Modules; Other Product Types2) By Form Factor: Internal; External; Removable (PC Card Slot); Integrated (Motherboard-Level)
3) By Technology: Wired Communication Technology; Wireless Communication Technology; Broadband Technology; Cellular Technology; Other Technologies
4) By Distribution Channel: Online; Offline
5) By Application: Residential; Commercial; Industrial; Education; Government
Subsegments:
1) By Memory Cards: SD Cards; MicroSD Cards; CompactFlash Cards; Memory Stick Cards; SmartMedia Cards2) By Modems: Dial-Up Modems; Digital Subscriber Line (DSL) Modems; Cable Modems; Cellular Modems; Satellite Modems
3) By Network Interface Cards: Ethernet Network Interface Cards (NICs); Wireless Network Interface Cards (NICs) (Wi-Fi Cards); Fiber Optic Network Interface Cards (NICs); Token Ring Network Interface Cards (NICs)
4) By Embedded Communication Modules: Wi-Fi Modules; Bluetooth Modules; Cellular Modules (LTE/5G); GNSS Modules; Zigbee Modules
5) By Other Product Types: USB Adapters; Dongles; Repeaters And Extenders; Media Converters; Hubs And Bridges
Companies Mentioned: Samsung Electronics Co. Ltd.; Qualcomm Technologies Inc.; ZTE Corporation; Quectel Wireless Solutions Co. Ltd.; Fibocom Wireless Inc.; NETGEAR Inc.; Digi International Inc.; Telit Cinterion Deutschland GmbH; Hitron Technologies Inc.; Inseego Corp.; D-Link Corporation; Lantronix Inc.; TRENDnet Inc.; Option NV; Raveon Technologies Corporation; Radicom Research Inc.; Multi-Tech Systems Inc.; Gateworks Corporation; Bausch Datacom NV; Nimbus Technologies Private Limited
Countries: Australia; Brazil; China; France; Germany; India; Indonesia; Japan; Taiwan; Russia; South Korea; UK; USA; Canada; Italy; Spain
Regions: Asia-Pacific; South East Asia; Western Europe; Eastern Europe; North America; South America; Middle East; Africa
Time Series: Five years historic and ten years forecast.
Data: Ratios of market size and growth to related markets, GDP proportions, expenditure per capita.
Data Segmentation: Country and regional historic and forecast data, market share of competitors, market segments.
Sourcing and Referencing: Data and analysis throughout the report is sourced using end notes.
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Companies Mentioned
The companies featured in this Personal Computer Cards and Modems market report include:- Samsung Electronics Co. Ltd.
- Qualcomm Technologies Inc.
- ZTE Corporation
- Quectel Wireless Solutions Co. Ltd.
- Fibocom Wireless Inc.
- NETGEAR Inc.
- Digi International Inc.
- Telit Cinterion Deutschland GmbH
- Hitron Technologies Inc.
- Inseego Corp.
- D-Link Corporation
- Lantronix Inc.
- TRENDnet Inc.
- Option NV
- Raveon Technologies Corporation
- Radicom Research Inc.
- Multi-Tech Systems Inc.
- Gateworks Corporation
- Bausch Datacom NV
- Nimbus Technologies Private Limited
