Gallium Nitride Semiconductor Devices Market Share, Size, Trends, Industry Analysis Report, By Product (GaN Radio Frequency Devices, Opto-semiconductors, Power Semiconductors); By Component; By Wafer Size; By End-Use; By Region; Segment Forecast, 2023 - 2

Gallium Nitride Semiconductor Devices Market Share, Size, Trends, Industry Analysis Report, By Product (GaN Radio Frequency Devices, Opto-semiconductors, Power Semiconductors); By Component; By Wafer Size; By End-Use; By Region; Segment Forecast, 2023 - 2032

The global gallium nitride semiconductor devices market size is expected to reach USD 12,187.4 million by 2032, according to a new study by Polaris Market Research. The report “Gallium Nitride Semiconductor Devices Market Share, Size, Trends, Industry Analysis Report, By Product (GaN Radio Frequency Devices, Opto-semiconductors, Power Semiconductors); By Component; By Wafer Size; By End-Use; By Region; Segment Forecast, 2023 - 2032” gives a detailed insight into current market dynamics and provides analysis on future market growth.

Gallium nitride (GaN) semiconductor devices are electronic components that utilize the compound semiconductor material gallium nitride. GaN is a wide-bandgap material with superior electrical and thermal properties, making it well-suited for high-power and high-frequency applications.

GaN semiconductor devices are known for their ability to operate at higher voltages, temperatures, and frequencies compared to silicon-based devices. They offer advantages such as lower power consumption, higher breakdown voltages, faster switching speeds, and higher efficiency.

GaN-based devices are commonly used in various applications, including power electronics, RF (radio frequency) and microwave devices, LEDs (light-emitting diodes), and solar cells. In power electronics, GaN transistors are used for power supplies, electric vehicles, renewable energy systems, and wireless charging applications.

The global interest in gallium nitride (GaN) semiconductor devices has surged due to the widespread adoption of RF power electronics and LEDs in various applications. While silicon technology continues to dominate the electronics industry, GaN has been steadily replacing its exceptional properties and high efficiency. GaN technology enables the operation of a larger electronic field within a significantly smaller footprint than conventional silicon, enabling faster frequency switching capabilities.

The automotive industry is undergoing significant growth, fueled by increasing interest in gallium nitride (GaN) due to the rising adoption of LED and laser lights, the emergence of head-up displays, the growing prevalence of semi-autonomous and autonomous vehicles, and the expanding utilization of LiDAR (Light Detection and Ranging) technology. This trend is further amplified by the increasing integration of sensors and electronic components, which drives the demand for GaN.

In the United States, there is a strong emphasis on enhancing electronic defense technologies to uphold its unrivaled leadership in the industry. In September 2021, the US Department of Defense (DOD) awarded Intel a contract for the Rapid Assurance Microelectronics Prototypes Program (RAMP-C) to foster the country's wafer foundry ecosystem.

The increasing demand for high-performance and energy-efficient electronic devices has spurred numerous innovations and research and development endeavors in the market. In a significant development in September 2020, Navitas, a renowned gallium nitride (GaN) power integrated circuits supplier, unveiled GaNFast power ICs during a VIP investor meeting. These state-of-the-art ICs offer remarkable advantages, operating up to 20 times faster than silicon counterparts and enabling a three-fold increase in power while reducing size and weight.

Gallium Nitride Semiconductor Devices Market Report Highlights

In 2022, the Opto-semiconductors segment accounted for the highest market share due to their superior performance to traditional technologies like silicon. Historically, the opto-semiconductors segment has witnessed strong growth, driven by the increasing adoption of LED lighting solutions in the residential, commercial, and automotive sectors. The higher efficiency and better color rendering of GaN-based LEDs have played a crucial role in their market dominance.

In 2022, the Transistors segment held the largest market share due to its exceptional performance characteristics. GaN transistors have applications in various fields, including power electronics, radio frequency (RF) amplification, and wireless communications. Their ability to operate at higher voltages and frequencies than traditional silicon-based transistors has been a key factor driving their market adoption.

In 2022, North America dominated the semiconductor industry, including developing and adopting Gallium Nitride Semiconductor Devices. It is due to companies specializing in GaN technology, robust research and development activities, a supportive regulatory environment, and strong demand from the automotive, telecommunications, and defense industries.

The global key market players include Efficient Power Conversion Corporation, Cree, Inc.; Fujitsu Ltd., ST Micro Electronics; MACOM Technology Solutions; GaN Systems Inc.; Qorvo Inc., Infineon Technologies AG; Cree Inc., NexgenPower Systems, Texas Instruments Incorporated; NXP Semiconductor, Toshiba Corporation, and Sumitomo Electric Industries, Analog Devices Inc.

Polaris Market Research has segmented the gallium nitride semiconductor devices market report based on product, component, wafer size, end-use, and region:

Gallium Nitride Semiconductor Devices, Product Outlook (Revenue - USD Million, 2019 - 2032)

GaN Radio Frequency Devices

Opto-semiconductors

Power Semiconductors

Gallium Nitride Semiconductor Devices, Component Outlook (Revenue - USD Million, 2019 - 2032)

Transistor

Diode

Rectifier

Power IC

Others

Gallium Nitride Semiconductor Devices, Wafer Size Outlook (Revenue - USD Million, 2019 - 2032)

2-inch

4-inch

6-inch

8-inch

Gallium Nitride Semiconductor Devices, End-Use Channel (Revenue - USD Million, 2019 - 2032)

Aerospace & Defense

Automotive

Consumer Electronics

Healthcare

Information & Communication Technology

Industrial & Power

Others

Gallium Nitride Semiconductor Devices, Regional Outlook (Revenue - USD Million, 2019 - 2032)

North America

U.S.

Canada

Europe

Germany

UK

France

Italy

Spain

Russia

Netherlands

Asia Pacific

China

India

Japan

South Korea

Indonesia

Malaysia

Latin America

Argentina

Brazil

Mexico

Middle East & Africa

UAE

Saudi Arabia

Israel

South Africa