Who has the market share of smartphones | Trends & Innovation 2025

1. Transsion Holdings (Tecno, Infinix, itel)

Transsion captures roughly 9% global share, dominating emerging markets in Africa, Middle East, South Asia, and Southeast Asia through value-driven models.

2. OPPO (including OnePlus & Realme)

OPPO takes about 5–8% global share, with mid-to-high range devices and aggressive expansion in markets such as China, India, and Western Europe.

3. Vivo

Vivo maintains 5–9% share, focusing on camera-driven smartphones and market success in Asia through innovation and strategic sponsorships.

4. Realme (BBK & OPPO division)

Realme specializes in fast-growing budget and mid-range 5G smartphones, notable in emerging markets across Asia and Europe; share often included under OPPO/Transsion comparisons.

5. Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd.

Samsung holds roughly 23% of the global market, offering a broad portfolio—from flagship Galaxy S/Ultra to mass-market A-series—across all regions.

6. Google (Pixel series)

Google’s Pixel line, though niche, garners attention for AI-driven features and deep Android integration. It's a small player globally (<1%) but growing.

7. Xiaomi Corporation

Xiaomi accounts for around 11–14% of shipments, excelling in mid-range 5G smartphones under Mi, Redmi, and POCO brands. Its strong presence in India and China drives rapid growth.

8. Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd.

Once a top player, Huawei now holds modest global share due to supply constraints. It focuses on foldables like Mate XT and higher-end devices, primarily in China.

9. Lava International

India-based Lava holds small but significant regional share, offering budget-friendly smartphones in India, South Asia, Africa, and parts of Southeast Asia.

10. Apple Inc.

Apple leads the premium smartphone segment with about 27% global share, driven by iPhone adoption, especially in North America and Europe. Its ecosystem of hardware, software, and services supports steady growth in high-end devices.