(MENAFN- GlobeNewsWire - Nasdaq) Dublin, April 10, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The "GaN LED Chips Market Opportunity, Growth Drivers, Industry Trend Analysis, and Forecast 2025-2034" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.
The GaN LED Chips Market was valued at USD 29.9 billion in 2024, and is projected to reach USD 74 billion by 2034, rising at a CAGR of 9.6%. Rising demand for micro-LED displays across various sectors, including consumer electronics, automotive, and aerospace, is fueling market growth.

The global micro-LED display market is expected to reach USD 71.8 billion by 2027, underscoring the increasing reliance on GaN-based LEDs. These chips are widely used in smartwatches, premium TVs, AR/VR devices, and commercial displays due to their high resolution, low power consumption, and enhanced color performance. Their thermal stability and high light output make them the preferred material for micro-LED fabrication, driving consistent demand. Additionally, large-area displays in stadiums, airports, and retail settings are integrating micro-LED technology, further propelling the GaN LED chips market.

Manufacturers are prioritizing high-performance micro-LED solutions for electronics and large-scale displays. Enhanced brightness, color accuracy, and energy efficiency are key factors driving adoption in smartphones, TVs, and other display applications. The market is segmented by wafer size into 2-inch, 4-inch, 6-inch, and 8-inch. In 2024, the 2-inch wafer segment held a 41.3% market share, benefiting from an established, cost-effective production process. The 4-inch segment is forecast to grow at an 11.1% CAGR by 2034, driven by high-brightness applications. The 6-inch wafer market is expected to reach USD 12.3 billion by 2034, while the 8-inch segment, accounting for 8.9% market share in 2024, is gaining traction due to its efficiency in high-demand applications.
By substrate type, the market is categorized into silicon carbide (SiC), sapphire, silicon (Si), gallium nitride (GaN), and others. Sapphire dominated with a 61.4% share in 2024 due to its high-temperature stability, transparency, and chemical resistance, making it ideal for high-quality LED production. SiC is projected to reach USD 15.2 billion by 2034, favored for its superior thermal conductivity. Silicon-based LEDs are expanding at an 8.5% CAGR, while GaN substrates, driven by demand for micro-LEDs and UV LEDs, are set to grow at over 13% annually.
The product segmentation includes blue, green, and UV LED chips. Blue LED chips captured 40.3% of the market in 2024, driven by applications in backlighting and general lighting. Green LED chips are set to grow at a 10.7% CAGR due to their use in AR/VR and high-resolution displays. UV LED chips are projected to reach USD 13 billion by 2034, with increasing applications in sterilization and medical disinfection.
Market segmentation by technology includes standard, thin-film, vertical, and flip-chip GaN LEDs. Standard GaN LEDs led with a 32.8% market share in 2024, supported by advancements in luminous efficacy. Thin-film GaN LEDs are projected to reach USD 22.6 billion by 2034, gaining popularity in high-performance lighting. Vertical GaN LEDs are growing at a 13.4% CAGR, driven by micro-LED display advancements. Flip-chip GaN LEDs are expected to hit USD 16.7 billion by 2034, benefiting from improved thermal resistance and higher brightness.
End-use industries include automotive, consumer electronics, defense, industrial, and ICT. Consumer electronics are projected to expand at an 11.4% CAGR by 2034, as GaN LEDs offer superior brightness and efficiency for next-generation displays. The automotive sector held a 30.3% market share in 2024, with increasing adoption of GaN-based lighting solutions. The defense sector accounted for 18.7%, benefiting from GaN LEDs' reliability in extreme conditions. Industrial applications are expected to reach USD 8.3 billion by 2034, driven by energy-efficient lighting in warehouses and factories. ICT is set to grow at a 6.9% CAGR, fueled by rising demand for data centers and network infrastructure lighting.
Application-wise, general lighting dominated with a 34% market share in 2024, supported by the transition to energy-efficient solutions. Backlighting is expanding at an 8.6% CAGR, driven by mini-LED adoption in TVs and monitors. Automotive lighting held a 16.6% share as electric vehicles increasingly integrate GaN-based solutions for energy efficiency. Display and signage applications are expected to reach USD 10.6 billion by 2034, while specialty lighting, including medical and horticultural uses, is projected to grow at an 11.4% CAGR.
Regionally, North America accounted for a 19.9% market share in 2024, with strong demand in smart lighting and consumer electronics. The U.S. market is expected to reach USD 10.7 billion by 2034, driven by increased adoption in automotive and defense applications.
Comprehensive Market Analysis and Forecast

• Industry trends, key growth drivers, challenges, future opportunities, and regulatory landscape
• Competitive landscape with Porter's Five Forces and PESTEL analysis
• Market size, segmentation, and regional forecasts
• In-depth company profiles, business strategies, financial insights, and SWOT analysis

Key Attributes

Report Attribute	Details
No. of Pages	210
Forecast Period	2024-2034
Estimated Market Value (USD) in 2024	$29.9 Billion
Forecasted Market Value (USD) by 2034	$74 Billion
Compound Annual Growth Rate	9.6%
Regions Covered	Global

Key Topics Covered
Chapter 1 Methodology and Scope

Chapter 2 Executive Summary
2.1 Industry synopsis
Chapter 3 Industry Insights
3.1 Industry ecosystem analysis
3.2 Industry impact forces
3.2.1 Growth drivers
3.2.1.1 Rising applications in automotive and smart devices
3.2.1.2 Expansion of electric vehicle (EV) market
3.2.1.3 Shift towards sustainable and green technologies
3.2.1.4 Increasing use of GaN LEDs in consumer electronics
3.2.1.5 Growing market for micro-LED displays
3.2.2 Industry pitfalls and challenges
3.2.2.1 High manufacturing costs and complex production process
3.2.2.2 Challenges in integration with existing display infrastructure
3.3 Growth potential analysis
3.4 Regulatory landscape
3.5 Technology landscape
3.6 Future market trends
3.7 Gap analysis
3.8 Porter's analysis
3.9 PESTEL analysis
Chapter 4 Competitive Landscape, 2024
4.1 Introduction
4.2 Company market share analysis
4.3 Competitive analysis of major market players
4.4 Competitive positioning matrix
4.5 Strategy dashboard
Chapter 5 Market Estimates and Forecast, by Product, 2021-2034 (USD Billion & Units)
5.1 Key trends
5.2 Blue LED chips
5.3 Green LED chips
5.4 UV LED chips
5.5 Others
Chapter 6 Market Estimates and Forecast, by Technology, 2021-2034 (USD Billion & Units)
6.1 Key trends
6.2 Standard GaN LEDs
6.3 Thin-Film GaN LEDs
6.4 Vertical GaN LEDs
6.5 Flip-Chip GaN LEDs
6.6 Others
Chapter 7 Market Estimates and Forecast, by Wafer Size, 2021-2034 (USD Billion & Units)
7.1 Key trends
7.2 2-inch
7.3 4-inch
7.4 6-inch
7.5 8-inch
Chapter 8 Market Estimates and Forecast, by End Use, 2021-2034 (USD Billion & Units)
8.1 Key trends
8.2 Automotive
8.3 Consumer electronics
8.4 Defense & aerospace
8.5 Industrial & power
8.6 Information & communication technology
8.7 Others
Chapter 9 Market Estimates and Forecast, by Substrate Type, 2021-2034 (USD Billion & Units)
9.1 Key trends
9.2 Sapphire
9.3 Silicon Carbide (SiC)
9.4 Silicon (Si)
9.5 Gallium Nitride (GaN)
9.6 Others
Chapter 10 Market Estimates and Forecast, by Application, 2021-2034 (USD Billion & Units)
10.1 Key trends
10.2 General lighting
10.2.1 Residential lighting
10.2.2 Commercial lighting
10.2.3 Industrial lighting
10.2.4 Outdoor lighting
10.3 Backlighting
10.3.1 Tv backlighting
10.3.2 Smartphone and tablet displays
10.3.3 Laptop and monitor displays
10.4 Automotive lighting
10.4.1 Headlights
10.4.2 Taillights
10.4.3 Interior lighting
10.4.4 Daytime running lights (drls)
10.4.5 Indicator lights
10.5 Display & signage
10.5.1 Digital billboards
10.5.2 Indoor digital signage
10.5.3 Outdoor displays
10.5.4 Traffic signals
10.6 Specialty lighting
10.6.1 Horticultural lighting
10.6.2 Ultraviolet (uv) curing
10.6.3 Medical devices and equipment
10.6.4 Stage and studio lighting
10.7 Others
Chapter 11 Market Estimates and Forecast, by Region, 2021-2034 (USD Billion & Units)
11.1 Key trends
11.2 North America
11.2.1 U.S.
11.2.2 Canada
11.3 Europe
11.3.1 Germany
11.3.2 UK
11.3.3 France
11.3.4 Spain
11.3.5 Italy
11.3.6 Netherlands
11.4 Asia-Pacific
11.4.1 China
11.4.2 India
11.4.3 Japan
11.4.4 Australia
11.4.5 South Korea
11.5 Latin America
11.5.1 Brazil
11.5.2 Mexico
11.5.3 Argentina
11.6 Middle East and Africa
11.6.1 Saudi Arabia
11.6.2 South Africa
11.6.3 UAE
Chapter 12 Company Profiles
12.1 Aixtron
12.2 Aledia
12.3 Allegro Microsystems
12.4 Bridgelux
12.5 Cree
12.6 Efficient Power Conversion
12.7 Epileds Technologies
12.8 Epistar
12.9 Fujitsu
12.10 Ganpower International
12.11 Infineon Technologies
12.12 Lumileds Holding
12.13 Navitas Semiconductor
12.14 Qorvo
12.15 SemiLEDs
12.16 Sumitomo Electric Industries
12.17 Veeco Instruments
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