Tablet PC Market Analysis

Tablet PC Market Overview

Tablet PC Market Size was valued at USD 62.65 billion in 2022. The Tablet PC market industry is projected to grow from USD 67.00 billion in 2023 to USD 97.47 Billion by 2030, exhibiting a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.5% during the forecast period (2023 - 2030). The Increasing popularity of the laptops and tablets owing to their smaller sizes and less weight and convenient tool for users due to long battery life and overall performance are major key drivers of the market.

Figure 1: Tablet Pc Market Size 2023-2030 (USD Billion)

Source: Secondary Research, Primary Research, MRFR Database, and Analyst Review

Tablet PC Market Trends

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  Increasing Popularity Of The Laptops And Tablets Owing To Their Smaller Sizes And Less Weight

  
  

A single-panel computer with a touch screen is referred to as a tablet computer. A tablet has more computing power than a notebook and is more portable than a laptop. Like the iPhone before it, Apple's iPad started a revolution in tablet computing. Sales of tablets have risen sharply in recent years, totaling double-digit millions globally. Computer manufacturers are attempting to pique consumer interest with the next must-have mobile media tablet. Tablet computers include the iPad, Android, BlackBerry, HP WebOS, and Windows, each of which includes a web browser.

Applications designed specifically for each platform's operating system are run on each platform. Although there is still a small market for tablets in mainstream computing, they are growing in popularity owing to features like 3G, Wi-Fi, and better wireless access. The industry is being driven by consumer desire for computing devices that offer effective functionality and portability and are smaller than laptops or desktop PCs but larger than smartphones.

There has been a significant paradigm change in consumer desire toward tablet computers. There has been a shift in consumer desire for tablet computers in recent decades. The popularity of tablets, which were formerly mostly used for entertainment, has increased as a result of technological developments, which has changed how consumers utilise them. Tablets are utilised in a variety of contexts, including business, commercial, personal, and education. With features like lighter tablets, larger screens, greater graphics for gaming and streaming video, applications for bill payment, and syncing with other electronic devices for monitoring, tablet designs have drastically changed in response to consumer needs. 

Additionally, it is anticipated that during the projected period, the development of new gadgets with lucrative features would help the Tablet PC Market. Due to their reduced size and increased use, many people perceive tablets to be handier than laptops. Tablets are frequently more affordable, lighter, easier to carry, and need less time to set up. Additionally, tablet data is stored on solid-state drives (SSDs). As a result, most tablets are less heavy but have less storage space. Thus, the demand for Table PC is expected to increase owing to their small sizes and weight.

Tablet PC Market Segment Insights

Tablet PC Operating System Insights

The Tablet PC Market, in this report, has been segmented on the basis of operating system into Android, iOS, and Windows. With a revenue share of more than 50.3% in 2022, the Android category dominated the market. Android is an open-source operating system, which means that it is available for free and can be customized by device manufacturers to suit their needs. This has led to a large number of manufacturers using the Android operating system on their devices, resulting in a wider variety of tablets available to consumers. 

Android has a large user base and a strong ecosystem of apps and services, including the Google Play Store, which offers a wide range of apps and content. This has made Android a popular choice among consumers who value access to a broad range of applications and services. Android tablets are available at a range of price points, making them accessible to a broad range of consumers. This has helped to drive adoption of Android tablets in emerging markets and among price-sensitive consumers.

February 2022 Lenovo launched Lenovo Tab M10 Plus (3rd Gen) Android tablet

July 2022 The Nokia T10 is a new tablet that Nokia has released to join the Nokia T20 from 2021. The Nokia T10 is a portable 8-inch Android tablet that is small and well suited for transportation.

April 2022 With the introduction of its newest Android tablet, the Xiaomi Pad 5, in India, Xiaomi has increased the scope of its product offering. The 11-inch, 2.5K display on the Android tablet is driven by a Qualcomm 860 processor.

Figure 2: Tablet Pc Market Share By Operating System, 2022 Vs 2030 (USD Billion)

Source: Secondary Research, Primary Research, MRFR Database and Analyst Review

Tablet PC Distribution Channel Insights

The Tablet PC Market, in this report, has been segmented on the basis of Distribution Channel into Supermarkets/ Hypermarkets, Independent Retailers, and Online Sales. In 2022, the Independent Retailers held the top spot and represented about 53.5% of total revenue.

Independent retailers offer a more personalized shopping experience compared to larger retail chains, which may attract customers who value this type of service. Independent retailers specialize in a particular type of tablet PC or a specific brand, which could attract customers who are looking for a specific product. Independent retailers are located in areas where there are fewer large retail chains, giving them a competitive advantage in those markets.

However, Online sales are becoming increasingly popular for consumers due to their convenience and ease of use. Consumers can shop from the comfort of their own homes, at any time of the day, and have the product delivered to their doorstep. Online retailers such as Amazon and other e-commerce platforms also provide a wide range of products, including Tablet PCs, and often offer competitive prices. However, consumers may not be able to physically see or touch the product before purchasing, which can be a disadvantage.

Figure 3: Tablet Pc Market Share By Distribution Channel, 2022 Vs 2030 (USD Billion)

Source: Secondary Research, Primary Research, MRFR Database and Analyst Review

Tablet PC End-User Insights

The Tablet PC market in this report has been segmented on the basis of End-User into four types, namely Individual User, Corporate User, Schools & Colleges, and Others. Corporate User held the largest market share in 2022 and is expected to register a CAGR of 5.8% during the forecast period. Corporate users refer to businesses that purchase Tablet PCs for their employees to use in the workplace. Tablet PCs may be used for tasks such as presentations, email, and document editing. This segment therefore is large in industries where mobility is important, such as sales or field services.

Figure 4: Tablet Pc Market Share By End Users, 2022 Vs 2030 (USD Billion)

Source: Secondary Research, Primary Research, MRFR Database and Analyst Review

Tablet PC Regional Insights

By Region, the study segments the market into North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Middle East & Africa, and South America. North America holds a largest market share in the global market.

The North America consists of the U.S., Canada, and Mexico. The demand for tablet computers in North America has recently been increasing quickly. Unprecedented demand for better hardware technologies is a key factor in the development and maturation of the market. The usage of tablet PCs is not limited to a certain age group, and the demand for them is diverse, which has fueled the market expansion. Among the key growth-promoting factors for the tablet PC market are the region's rising smart device penetration and trends in online learning. Moreover, the growing customer base for consumer electronics and clever gadgets drives the industry's overall growth for Tablets PC. 

Demand in North America is being boosted by parental control, connection, and other technological developments constantly being made available. The region's expanding adoption of the newest technical innovations also benefits the local economy. For instance, the American government passed the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, an Infrastructure Investment & Jobs Act, in November 2021. To guarantee that the American people have access to dependable high-speed internet, the government has allotted close to USD 65 billion under this act. The strong demand for cloud-based e-learning results from businesses like IBM Corporation, Amazon Web Services, and Microsoft Corporation in the cloud computing market.

Figure 5: Tablet Pc Market Share By End Users, 2022 Vs 2030 (USD Billion)

Source: Secondary Research, Primary Research, MRFR Database and Analyst Review

Tablet PC Key Market Players & Competitive Insights

The tablet PC market has witnessed significant growth over the forecast period due to increasing popularity of the laptops and tablets owing to their smaller sizes and less weight.There are several domestic, regional, and global players operating in the tablet PC market who continuously strive to gain a significant share of the overall market. 

During the study, MRFR has analyzed some of the major players in the Tablet PC market who have contributed to the market growth. These include Acer Inc, Apple Inc, Hewlett-Packard Company, Huawei Technologies, Lenovo Group, LG Electronics Inc, Microsoft Corporation, Nokia Corporation, Samsung Electronics Co Ltd, Realme, Xiaomi, Amazon, Fujitsu Ltd, CHUWI, Dynabook. Among these, Apple Inc, Huawei Technologies , Lenovo Group, Samsung Electronics Co Ltd, and Amazon are among the top 5 players in Tablet PC market. 

These players focus on expanding and enhancing their product portfolio and services to remain competitive and increase their customer base. Additionally, these players are focusing on partnerships & collaborations to expand their business and customer base to enhance their market position.

October 2022 Apple unveiled the all-screen new iPad , with a huge 10.9-inch Liquid Retina display. The A14 Bionic chip, which powers the new iPad, provides even quicker performance with exceptional power efficiency for demanding workloads while maintaining all-day battery life. 1 Updated camera includes a 12MP back camera with 4K video recording capabilities and an Ultra Wide 12MP front camera situated along the iPad's edge in landscape orientation. A USB-C port supports wide-ranging accessories, Wi-Fi 6 provides even quicker connectivity, and cellular variants have ultrafast 5G so users can stay connected while on the road.

November 2022 HP, the Chromebook x2 11 has introduced a new 2-in-1 tablet running Chrome OS. Although there are currently numerous Chrome OS tablets, the Chromebook x2 11 is the first to enable 4G LTE. The tablet also features an 11-inch display with a 3:2 aspect ratio and a resolution of 2,160 x 1,440 pixels.

Key Companies in the Tablet PC market include

• Acer Inc


• Apple Inc


• Hewlett-Packard Company


• Huawei Technologies


• Lenovo Group


• LG Electronics Inc


• Microsoft Corporation


• Nokia Corporation


• Samsung Electronics Co Ltd


• Realme,


• Xiaomi


• Amazon, Fujitsu Ltd


• CHUWI


• Dynabook


• Others

Tablet PC Industry Developments

October 2022 With significant upgrades to Mail, iCloud Shared Photo Library, passkeys, and new collaboration tools in Safari, the Weather app, pro features like Reference Mode and Display Zoom, and a new multitasking experience with Stage Manager, iPadOS 16 expands on the flexibility of the iPad. As of right now, iPadOS 16 is a cost-free software update.

June 2022 Apple previewed a significant update that expands the functionality of the iPad experience. Stage Manager introduces a unique multitasking method with numerous overlapping windows and complete external display compatibility by utilizing the capability of the M1 chip. With new ways to start collaborating with others in apps throughout the system using Messages, collaboration is simpler than ever. In addition, the new Freeform app offers a flexible canvas for group brainstorming.

Tablet PC Market Segmentation

Tablet PC Operating System Outlook

• Android


• iOS


• Windows

Tablet PC Distribution Channel Outlook

• Supermarkets/ Hypermarkets


• Independent Retailers


• Online Sales

Tablet PC End-User Outlook

• Individual User


• Corporate User


• Schools & Colleges


• Others

Tablet PC Regional Outlook

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  North America

  
  
  
  
  • US
  
  
  • Canada
  
  
  • Mexico
  
  
  
  


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  Europe

  
  
  
  
  • Germany
  
  
  • France
  
  
  • UK
  
  
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  Asia-Pacific

  
  
  
  
  • China
  
  
  • Japan
  
  
  • India
  
  
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  Middle East & Africa

  
  


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  South America