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System on Module Market Share

ID: MRFR//7156-CR | 110 Pages | Author: Ankit Gupta| March 2021

The global System on Module (SoM) market, a dynamic and rapidly evolving sector, is characterized by its segmentation based on type, standard, and application. These factors collectively contribute to shaping the landscape of the market, reflecting the diverse applications and preferences across various industries.
In terms of type, the ARM architecture segment emerges as a frontrunner, holding the largest market share with a valuation of USD 1,204.1 million in 2021. Projections indicate a robust Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of 7.2% for this segment during the forecast period. This dominance highlights the widespread adoption and preference for ARM architecture in SoMs, underscoring its efficiency and versatility in meeting diverse engineering requirements.
When considering standards, the Qseven segment takes the lead, commanding a substantial market share of 27.9% in 2021, equating to a market value of USD 697.9 million. Forecasts indicate a continued growth trajectory for the Qseven standard, with a projected CAGR of 7.8% during the forecast period. This standard's popularity underscores its compatibility and widespread acceptance within the SoM market.
Application-wise, the industrial automation segment emerges as the dominant force, capturing the largest market share of 42.6% in 2021, equivalent to a market value of USD 1,066.5 million. Projections anticipate a robust CAGR of 8.5% for industrial automation during the forecast period. Within industrial automation, further segmentation includes Embedded Vision, Industrial Robot, Industrial Gateways, M2M Communication, Human Machine Interface (HMI), and Others, reflecting the multifaceted applications within this sector.
In the medical application domain, diverse applications such as ECGs, Infusion pumps, Ventilators, Bedside terminals, Patient monitors, and Others contribute to the segment's significance. The entertainment sector, spanning Smartphones, Gaming Consoles, Televisions, and Others, also plays a pivotal role in driving the adoption of SoMs. Transportation, with applications like Vehicle Control System, Kiosk Systems, Smart Ticketing Systems, and Others, further adds to the market's diversity. Test & Measurement, encompassing Testing Devices and Measurement Devices, represents yet another facet of the SoM market's applications.
The segmentation of the SoM market provides a comprehensive view of its dynamic nature, catering to a broad spectrum of industries with varied needs. As industries evolve, the adaptability and versatility of SoMs become increasingly apparent. The dominance of ARM architecture, the prevalence of the Qseven standard, and the diverse applications within industrial automation, medical, entertainment, transportation, and test & measurement collectively define the vibrant and expansive SoM market.
In conclusion, the global SoM market is characterized by its adaptability, efficiency, and diverse applications across industries. The dominance of specific types, standards, and applications reflects the evolving needs of industries worldwide, driving innovation and growth in the SoM market. The forecasted CAGR for key segments further underscores the market's resilience and potential for sustained expansion in the coming years.

Covered Aspects:

Report Attribute/Metric Details
Base Year For Estimation 2022
Historical Data 2018-2022
Forecast Period 2023-2032
Growth Rate 8.4% (2023-2032)

Global System on Module Market Overview


System on Module Market Size was valued at USD 2.9 Billion in 2023. The System on Module industry is projected to grow from USD 3.2 Billion in 2024 to USD 6.0 Billion by 2032, exhibiting a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8.4% during the forecast period (2024 - 2032). The rising consumer adoption and surge in consumer demand for portable and wearable devices will boost the market growth.


System on Module Market SIZE (USD MILLION) (2018-2032)
Global System on Module Market Overview

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


System on Module Market Trends




  • Surge in Demand for Portable and Wireless Devices




The increasing miniaturization of the system on module has resulted in optimum space and functionality, which is key requirements in portable and wireless devices. System on modules work on low power and offer balanced performance and, therefore, can be used in multiple handheld and portable devices. This allows developers to choose the platform best suited to their application needs. Developers can write application software on the same hardware that will be used in their final product. Thus, the surge in the demand for portable and wireless devices is expected to drive the growth of the System on Module Market during the forecast period.


Wearable devices are miniature portable devices used on the human body, mainly integrated and designed to replace already existing accessories like a watch and other medical equipment. The market for wearable and portable devices is booming significantly owing to the use of IoT, artificial intelligence and machine learning technologies. Thus, the need for smaller, more intuitive devices is rapidly increasing. In addition to the end user market, the demand for devices to track physical conditions and functionalities in medical industry is expected to rise the penetration of system on module in upcoming years. For instance, in December 2022, Kopin Corporation, a developer and supplier of micro-displays and sophisticated optics for wearable headsets, developed a collaborative technology solution along with OPTAC-X, a telehealth company, and RealWear, hands-free and sturdy wearable headsets. OPTAC-X offers telehealth developed to enable first responders and medical personnel to save lives in battle and other dangerous situations with the help of optic technologies and aided reality wearable.


System on Module Market Segment Insights


System on Module Type Insights


The System on Module market segmentation, based on Type, includes ARM architecture, X86 architecture, power architecture. The power architecture held the leading segment growth over the forecasted period among the rest of types of system on modules. Power architecture is an instruction set architecture (ISA) implemented by a variety of processors from various vendors, including Power7, IBM's latest server processor. It is designed to exploit parallelism at the instruction, data, and thread-level.


System on Module Market SIZE (USD MILLION) TYPE 2022 VS 2032

System on Module Market SIZE (USD MILLION) TYPE 2022 VS 2032


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


System on Module Standard Insights


According to Standard, the segment is divided into COM Express, SMARC, Qseven, ETX/ XTX, COM-HPC and others. Qseven segment led the overall market in the System on Module industry in 2022, and COM-HPC segment is expected to grow significantly in terms of CAGR during the forecast period. COM-HPC (Computer on Module – High Performance Computing) is an open standard for a family of high-performance computer modules targeting the embedded computer space. When it comes to aspects like long-term availability, prolonged temperature operation, mechanical toughness, hardware, and firmware that can be tailored to the application, and Module vendor assistance for product developers, the embedded market differs from the commercial market.


System on module MARKET SIZE (USD MILLION) standard 2022 VS 2032

System on module MARKET SIZE (USD MILLION) standard 2022 VS 2032


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


System on Module Application Insights


The System on Module market research segmentation, by application, the market is segmented into industrial automation, medical, entertainment, transportation, test and measurement, and others. System on module improves processing & machine operations and communication among factory equipment and industrial robots, accelerating market growth. The escalation of industrial robots in the manufacturing sector is contributing to the adoption of SoM in industrial automation. South Korea holds the highest robot density that stands at over 600 robots per 10,0000 robots in the industrial sector.


System on module MARKET SIZE (USD MILLION) application 2022 VS 2032

System on module MARKET SIZE (USD MILLION) application 2022 VS 2032


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


System on Modules Regional Insights


By Region, the study segments the market into North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Middle East & Africa, and South and Central America. North America accounted for the largest share of revenue in 2022. The increasing uptake of wearable healthcare devices across developed economies is fueling the market. In addition, the rising penetration of IoT technology in North America will further accelerate the market growth. The presence of various companies such as Atmel Corporation, Intel Corporation, and Texas Instruments are contributing to the growth of the market by providing various systems to different industries to perform the task associated with their applications. Also, the rising urbanization and demand for smart appliances and the presence of large-scale industries in the region are some of the major factors driving the market in the region


The Asia-Pacific region is expected to have the largest market CAGR in the system on module market. The flourishing IT & services infrastructure in countries, including China and India, is supporting the adoption of highly efficient embedded computing solutions and IoT technologies, which provides an impetus for industry growth. The increased demand for automated solutions in manufacturing industries for advancement will create market prospects in the Asia Pacific region. the adoption of IoT and advanced technologies by several organizations, led to surge the need for system on modules in Asia Pacific.


Further, the countries considered in the scope of the System on Module market are the US, Canada, Mexico, UK, Germany, France, Italy, China, Japan, Singapore, South Korea, South Africa, Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates, Brazil, Argentina, and others.


System on Module Market SIZE (USD MILLION) REGION 2022 VS 2032

System on Module Market SIZE (USD MILLION) REGION 2022 VS 2032


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


System on Module Key Market Players & Competitive Insights


Major market players are spending a lot of money on R&D to increase their product lines, which will help the System on Module market grow even more. Market participants are also taking a range of strategic initiatives to grow their worldwide footprint, including new product launches, contractual agreements, mergers and acquisitions, increased investments, and collaboration with other organizations. Competitors in the System on Module industry must offer cost-effective items to expand and survive in an increasingly competitive and rising market environment.


Key Companies in the System on Module market include



  • AAEON Technology

  • Advantech Co Ltd

  • Avnet Inc

  • Avalue Technology

  • Axiomtek Co Ltd

  • ConnectTech Inc

  • Cognatec AG

  • EMAC Inc

  • Eurotech Inc

  • Kontron ST&G

  • Microchip Technology

  • National Instruments

  • Phytec

  • SECO spA

  • TechNexion Ltd

  • Toradex

  • VIV Technologies Inc.


System on Module Industry Developments


January 2022 Avalue Technology launched panel kits series for multi-application of the display modules. The Kit can combine the specification of motherboards and every kind of mechanical design.


April 2022 Toradex and Mouser Electronics signed an agreement to become official channel partners for global distribution. Through this agreement, Mouser provides Toradex Colibri and Apalis COMs based on NXP.


May 2022 Kontron launched new SL i.MX6 UL a single board SoM that combines high-performance NXP i.MX6 ultralight 1X Arm microprocessor for efficient computing specific solution.


Intended Audience



  • Semi-Conductor Industry

  • Robotics Industry

  • Technology Investors

  • Regulatory Industries

  • Government Bodies

  • Defense industry


System on Module Market Segmentation


System on Module Type Outlook 



  • ARM Architecture

  • X86 Architecture

  • Power Architecture


System on Module Standard Outlook 



  • COM EXPRESS

  • SMARC

  • QSEVEN

  • ETX/XTX

  • COM-HPC

  • Others


System on Module Application Outlook 



  • Industrial automation

  • Medical

  • Entertainment

  • Transportation

  • Test and Measurement

  • Others


System on Module Regional Outlook




  • North America



    • US

    • Canada

    • Mexico




  • Europe



    • Germany

    • UK

    • France

    • Italy

    • Rest of Europe




  • Asia-Pacific



    • China

    • Japan

    • India

    • South Korea

    • Rest of Asia-Pacific




  • Middle East & Africa




  • South and Central America



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