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I AgreeAnalysis of Supercomputer Market Covering 30+ Countries Including Analysis of US, Canada, UK, Germany, France, Nordics, GCC countries, Japan, Korea and many more
The global supercomputer market is projected to increase at an impressive CAGR of 10.5% and hit a valuation of US$ 19 billion by the end of 2033, up from US$ 7 billion in 2023.
In comparison to a general-purpose computer, a supercomputer is a high-performance computer. Supercomputer performance is measured in FLOPS (Floating-Point Operations Per Second) rather than MIPS (Million Instructions Per Second). Supercomputers are employed in computation-intensive and data-intensive technological and scientific applications such as biomechanics, quantum theory, fossil fuel extraction, weather prediction, molecular dynamics, cryptanalysis, nuclear fusion research, and physical simulations.
The growing use of supercomputers in the research and development of drugs and increased biotechnology adoption is likely to fuel the market growth during the forecast period. Supercomputers were extensively used to create drugs to combat the COVID-19 pandemic. Supercomputers were employed to scan a massive data volume in a few milliseconds to evaluate the coronavirus's nature and check if any components in existing medications could tackle the virus.
Moreover, major companies' increased efforts in the research and development of supercomputers are bolstering market growth.
Furthermore, increased government efforts in emerging economies are boosting market expansion.
Report Attributes |
Details |
Market Size (2023) |
US$ 7 Billion |
Projected Market Value (2033) |
US$ 19 Billion |
Global Market Growth Rate (2023-2033) |
10.5% CAGR |
Asia Pacific Market Share (2023-2033) |
46% |
Government Entities Segment Growth Rate (2023-2033) |
9% CAGR |
Key Companies Profiled |
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“Rising Demand for High-Processing Power”
Rising demand for high processing power is increasing the sales of supercomputers. High processing power refers to the processing needed to manage and process data to evaluate it and make decisions.
Governments throughout the world are investing in high-end projects that necessitate high-performance computing systems, leading to a rise in supercomputer demand.
As a result, the rising demand for high processing power is boosting the sales of supercomputers.
“Increasing Usage of Cloud Technology”
Supercomputers significantly contribute to a country's scientific growth and national security. Supercomputing centers are widely using cloud services to manage workloads and security. The cloud service runs parallel programs that do not need a highly specialized infrastructure. Nevertheless, more advanced applications are projected to run on the cloud in the future years.
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“High Cost of Ownership and Enormous Power Consumption”
The high cost of ownership and enormous power consumption are major factors that can impede the sales growth of supercomputers. A supercomputer's ownership and upkeep are both expensive. The cost comprises installation, power usage (in megawatts), and maintenance.
The cost of designing, building, and deploying a supercomputer can range from US$ 100 million to US$ 300 million. On average, these systems consume 6-7 megawatts of power, with peak consumption nearing 9.5 megawatts. The yearly energy cost for such usage is approximately US$ 6-US$ 7 million. Over the life of a supercomputer, the energy expenses nearly equal the overall investment expenditures. The energy needs of a supercomputer grow as its processing capability increases. Furthermore, multiple technicians are required to maintain the supercomputer. Such factors can negatively impact market growth.
Asia Pacific held 46% share of the worldwide market for supercomputers in 2022. In terms of technology, Asia Pacific has been quickly expanding. Countries such as South Korea and Japan have played a significant role in the region's rapid rise of supercomputing systems.
Japan, which has roughly 33 of the world's 500 most powerful supercomputers, including the K computer, is the key contributor to the Asia Pacific market. Japan's flagship 2020 initiative led to the investment of more than US$ 1 billion in developing more effective systems than the country's K computer. Japan's Fugaku supercomputer was unveiled in August 2022 to research new medications and predict catastrophic weather conditions.
Such advancements in Japan and South Korea are boosting the Asia Pacific market.
The North American market is predicted to experience considerable growth during the forecast period. The United States is second in the world in terms of supercomputers, with 122 of the total 500 supercomputers currently in operation. Moreover, American companies are making significant expenditures in research and development, which is likely to support market growth.
The European market is expected to increase at a steady pace during the forecast period. Germany is leading the European market.
Germany is home to 9 of the world's 500 supercomputers, including the previous national standard setters, the SuperMUC-NG in Munich (number 15), and the Hawk in Stuttgart (number 16).
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Demand for supercomputers from government entities is estimated to swell at a CAGR of 9% over the forecast period. Governments around the world recognize the value of supercomputers in guaranteeing economic competitiveness and security, which are critical considerations for governments. These systems are also being used to construct new defense systems and electronic warfare capabilities.
Moreover, demand for supercomputers will increase during the projection period as government organizations look to upgrade or construct new systems to support more complicated functionalities.
The global market for supercomputers is highly competitive, with a few prominent players competing at the global and regional levels. Key players in the supercomputer market are engaged in product development to extend their respective product offerings and achieve a strong foothold in the global market.
Furthermore, many startups are entering the market with advanced solutions, intensifying the competition.
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The global supercomputer market is valued at US$ 7 billion in 2023.
The market for supercomputers is estimated to reach US$ 19 billion by 2033.
Worldwide demand for supercomputers is predicted to evolve at a CAGR of 10.5% from 2023 to 2033.
Asia Pacific accounted for 46% share of the global market in 2022.
Atos SE, Hewlett Packard Enterprise Development LP, Dell Inc, Inspur Group, Fujitsu Limited, IBM Corporation, Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd, and NEC Corporation are key manufacturers of supercomputers.