Small Cell 5G Network Market

Small Cell 5G Network Market Outlook (2024 to 2034)

The global small cell 5G network market has been valued at US$ 1.6 billion in 2024, as opined in the recently published industry report by Fact.MR. Further, revenue from the demand for small cell 5G network services is evaluated to increase at a 21.5% CAGR and reach a value of US$ 11.4 billion by the end of 2034. Abruptly rising demand for fast mobile connectivity is resulting in the growing deployment of small cell 5G networks.

In recent years, there has been a rising number of small cell 5G network installations across various industrial, residential, and enterprise applications to offer enhanced coverage at economical prices. Moreover, increasing construction of smart cities across developed countries such as France, the United States, Singapore, the United Kingdom, Canada, Italy, and Germany is leading to high small cell 5G network deployment for multiple applications; for instance, industrial, government, residential, and commercial. Next-generation small cell network services are being deployed significantly, which is widening the horizons for market players.

5G and mobile data traffic are increasing significantly around the world. Telecom solution providers are increasing their expenditure on developing and improving their 5G infrastructure. Existing network infrastructure is currently used for offering 5G services. However, with a growing number of 5G network users, existing infrastructure will become insufficient, and thereby, telecom operators are planning to deploy standalone 5G infrastructure. Surging demand for 5G and growing 5G standalone network infrastructure are creating remunerative opportunities for market players.

• North America is analyzed to capture 24.6% share of the global market by the end of 2034.
• Worldwide sales of indoor small cell 5G network solutions is approximated to increase at a CAGR of 21% and reach US$ 7.6 billion by 2034.
• Demand for small cell 5G network services in Japan is forecasted to accelerate at a CAGR of 23.1% from 2024 to 2034.

Report Attribute	Detail
Small Cell 5G Network Market Size (2024E)	US$ 1.6 Billion
Forecasted Market Value (2034F)	US$ 11.4 Billion
Global Market Growth Rate (2024 to 2034)	21.5% CAGR
Market Share of Solutions (2034F)	63%
South Korea Market Growth Rate (2024 to 2034)	23.4% CAGR
East Asia Market Share (2034F)	25.8%
Key Companies Profiled	Ericsson; Huawei Electronics Co., Ltd.; Cisco; NEC; Fujitsu Limited; Baicells Technologies; Altiostar; Ceragon; Comba Telecom Systems Holdings Ltd.; CommScope Inc.; Nokia Corporation; Contela; ZTE Corporation; Airspan Networks; Corning.

What’s Positively Influencing Demand for Small Cell 5G Network Services?

“Rising Internet Penetration and Data Traffic Pushing Small Cell 5G Network Market Growth”

There has been an increase in mobile data traffic across the globe. Thereby, with increasing mobile data traffic, the requirements for small cell 5G network services are skyrocketing. Further, rising adoption of these network options is also attributed to growing network requirements because of an exponential increase in internet penetration. More consumers are benefiting from the use of small cell 5G networks owing to their improved quality.

What Challenges are Market Players Grappling With?

“High Cost of Infrastructure Deployment Required for Small Cell Networks”

Deployment of 5G infrastructure is a bit costly for network operators. A significant share of the total expenses is spent on power distribution and fiber. In addition, a scarcity of resources in rural areas in comparison to urban areas is also contributing to higher prices of 5G infrastructure, which is also adversely impacting the expansion of the small cell 5G network market size.

Which Small Cell 5G Network Market Trends are New Market Players Capitalizing On?

“Deployment of Advanced Technologies into Smart Devices”

Implementation of IoT devices into wireless devices, smartphones, and other electronics is strengthening the demand for more effective internet connections. Moreover, enterprises and the telecommunication industry are adopting Open RAN small cell networks, which is further opening new avenues for startups entering this business space.

Country-wise Insights

According to the recently updated study published by Fact.MR, a market research and competitive intelligence provider, East Asia is projected to hold a 25.8% share of the global market by the end of 2034. The prominence of this regional market is attributed to growing investments in 5G technology and the adoption of advanced technologies, such as AI and ML, which is further widening opportunities for market players.

Why is the United States a Huge Market for Service Providers?

“Favorable Approaches for Commercializing 5G Network Solutions”

Attribute	United States
Market Value (2024E)	US$ 184.3 Million
Growth Rate (2024 to 2034)	21.4% CAGR
Projected Value (2034F)	US$ 1.3 Billion

The United States is forecasted to account for a share of 45.6% of the market in North America by 2034-end. The growing deployment of small cell 5G network infrastructure in the country is generating lucrative opportunities for market players. In addition, prominent market players in the United States are actively involved in the construction of small cells to densify their networks while minimizing the preparation costs of 5G installations. Verizon, AT&T, Sprint, and T-Mobile are taking favorable approaches to commercializing 5G networks. These operators have entered into partnerships with service providers, such as Ericsson, ZTE, Huawei, Samsung, and Nokia.

What is Augmenting Demand for Small Cell 5G Network Solutions in China?

“Rising Adoption of Small Cell 5G Network Infrastructure by Leading Providers of Communication Services”

Attribute	China
Market Value (2024E)	US$ 182.6 Million
Growth Rate (2024 to 2034)	22.5% CAGR
Projected Value (2034F)	US$ 1.4 Billion

China is expected to possess a share of 47.5% of the East Asian market by the end of 2034. Increased deployment of small cell 5G network infrastructure by some leasing providers of communication services, such as KT Corporation, NTT Docomo Inc., China Mobile Limited, and Rakuten Mobile, Inc., is positively influencing market trends in China.

What is the Growth Outlook for Small Cell 5G Network Services in Japan?

“Rising Spending by Government on Releasing mmWave and Sub-6GHz Frequencies”

Attribute	Japan
Market Value (2024E)	US$ 107.9 Million
Growth Rate (2024 to 2034)	23.1% CAGR
Projected Value (2034F)	US$ 863.5 Million

Japan is analyzed to capture 29.4% of the East Asian market revenue share by 2034. The government in Japan is actively focusing on the release of various mmWave and sub-6GHz frequencies to match the increasing requirements for small-cell 5G networks. They are investing in the development of high-speed data connectivity for a more enhanced user experience.

Category-wise Insights

As per the report published by Fact.MR, the increased popularity of femtocells is attributed to their low cost and minimal power consumption. They are opted as a popular and effective choice for small enterprises and residential buildings.

Why are Small Cell 5G Network Solutions Becoming More Popular?

“Surging Use of Small Cell 5G Network Solutions for Integrating Advanced Technological Features”

Attribute	Solutions
Segment Value (2024E)	US$ 1.1 Billion
Growth Rate (2024 to 2034)	20.6% CAGR
Projected Value (2034F)	US$ 7.2 Billion

Small cell 5G network solutions are calculated to occupy 63% of the small cell 5G network market share by the end of 2034. Small cell 5G network solutions are used frequently for integrating various technological features. Their increased demand is owing to the capacity to converge various hyperdense network technologies into more advanced and scalable architectures. Moreover, there is an increased popularity of small cell 5G network solutions for their potential to boost network capacity across a wide variety of locations and addresses.

Why is Indoor Deployment of Small Cell 5G Networks Preferred?

“Active Involvement of Service Providers for Ensuring Enhanced User Experience”

Attribute	Indoor
Segment Value (2024E)	US$ 1.14 Billion
Growth Rate (2024 to 2034)	21% CAGR
Projected Value (2034F)	US$ 7.6 Billion

Based on deployment type, indoor small cell 5G network services are calculated to contribute 67% of global market revenue share by the end of 2034. Increasing requirements for 5G data connectivity in non-residential and residential applications are contributing to the growing use of indoor networks. Furthermore, the indoor use of small cell 5G networks includes retail malls, enterprises, hospitals, and airports. Steady work-from-home trends are also positively impacting market dynamics globally.

Competitive Landscape

Some of the key players in the small cell 5G network industry are coming up with advanced technologies with increased bandwidth solutions for the deployment of services within rural as well as urban areas.

For instance :

• In February 2023, Integrated Private Wireless was launched by AWS. It is a portal used to simplify the process of deploying and managing private wireless networks for use in enterprises while collaborating with telcos.
• Mavenir is a provider of cloud-based network software. In October 2022, the company launched a 5G small cell coined ‘E511’. This new launch is leveraging the end-to-end RAN software solution of the company, including common management and control unit systems, thereby resulting in improved deployment flexibility.

Fact.MR provides detailed information about the price points of key providers of small cell 5G network services positioned across the world, sales growth, production capacity, and speculative technological expansion, in the recently updated market report.

Segmentation of Small Cell 5G Network Market Research

• By Component :

  • Solutions
  • Services
    • Consulting
    • Integration & Deployment
    • Training & Support

• By Frequency Band :

  • Low Frequency
  • MM Wave

• By Radio Technology :

  • 5G New Radio (NR) Standalone
  • 5G NR Non-standalone

• By Deployment Mode :

  • Outdoor
  • Indoor

• By Cell Type :

  • Picocells
  • Femtocells
  • Microcells

• By Application :

  • Enhanced Mobile Broadband
  • Massive IOT
  • Massive Machine Type Communication & Ultra Reliable Low Latency

• By Region :

  • North America
  • Latin America
  • Western Europe
  • Eastern Europe
  • East Asia
  • South Asia & Pacific
  • MEA