Global RF-Microwave for 5G Market Growth, Share, Size, Trends and Forecast (2025 - 2031)

By Component;

Antennas, Cable Assemblies, Connectors, and Others

By Deployment Type;

On-Premises Deployment and Cloud Based Deployment

By Frequency Bands;

Sub-6 GHz and Millimeter Waves (mmWave)

By Application;

Test Measurement, Telecommunication Services, and Others

By Geography;

North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Middle East & Africa, and Latin America - Report Timeline (2021 - 2031)
Report ID: Rn120033748 Published Date: June, 2025 Updated Date: July, 2025

RF-Microwave for 5G Market Overview

RF-Microwave for 5G Market (USD Million)

RF-Microwave for 5G Market was valued at USD 3,720.29 million in the year 2024. The size of this market is expected to increase to USD 13,486.76 million by the year 2031, while growing at a Compounded Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of 20.2%.


Global RF-Microwave for 5G Market Growth, Share, Size, Trends and Forecast

*Market size in USD million

CAGR 20.2 %


Study Period2025 - 2031
Base Year2024
CAGR (%)20.2 %
Market Size (2024)USD 3,720.29 Million
Market Size (2031)USD 13,486.76 Million
Market ConcentrationLow
Report Pages352
3,720.29
2024
13,486.76
2031

Major Players

  • CommScope, Inc.
  • Junkosha Inc.
  • Maury Microwave Corporation
  • Millimeter Wave Technologies
  • Pasternack Enterprises
  • Radiall SA
  • Rosenberger Hochfrequenztechnik GmbH & Co. KG
  • Santron Inc.
  • Sensorview Co., LTD
  • SV Microwave
  • W. L. Gore & Associates, Inc.

Market Concentration

Consolidated - Market dominated by 1 - 5 major players

Global RF-Microwave for 5G Market

Fragmented - Highly competitive market without dominant players


The RF‑Microwave for 5G Market is surging, with over 55% of cellular operators implementing advanced RF‑microwave elements to ensure seamless integration of beam‑steering, signal amplification, and backhaul functions. These modules enable low-latency performance, high bandwidth, and network reliability. Vendors are applying clear strategies to enhance thermal management, frequency agility, and form factor—leading to persistent growth in 5G infrastructure.

Opportunities and Expansion
About 50% of technology providers are spotting opportunities in developing GaN and GaAs compound semiconductors, integrated RF front-end modules, and eco-friendly manufacturing processes. These innovations increase power efficiency, reduce costs, and streamline large-scale deployments. The market is supporting wider expansion into private campus networks, rural connectivity, and mmWave hotspots.

Technological Advancements
Driven by strong technological advancements, more than 63% of components now feature wideband GaN amplifiers, switchable filters, and high-efficiency PA-DAC integration. These upgrades boost signal fidelity, coverage, and system efficiency. A wave of innovation is turning RF‑microwave modules into critical enablers of dynamic, software-defined 5G architectures.

Future Outlook
With over 60% of network deployment blueprints featuring advanced RF‑microwave capabilities, the future outlook remains strong. These solutions will drive enterprise growth by delivering wider coverage, enhanced performance, and network scalability. As global 5G adoption continues, the market is poised for sustained expansion and foundational influence in connectivity ecosystems.

  1. Introduction
    1. Research Objectives and Assumptions
    2. Research Methodology
    3. Abbreviations
  2. Market Definition & Study Scope
  3. Executive Summary
    1. Market Snapshot, By Component
    2. Market Snapshot, By Deployment Type
    3. Market Snapshot, By Frequency Bands
    4. Market Snapshot, By Application
    5. Market Snapshot, By Region
  4. RF-Microwave for 5G Market Dynamics
    1. Drivers, Restraints and Opportunities
      1. Drivers
        1. Technological Advancements
        2. Increasing Demand for High-Speed Connectivity
        3. Government Initiatives and Policies
      2. Restraints
        1. Spectrum Allocation Challenges
        2. Interference and Compatibility Issues
        3. Regulatory Hurdles
      3. Opportunities
        1. Edge Computing Integration
        2. Vertical Market Expansion
        3. Research and Development Investments
    2. PEST Analysis
      1. Political Analysis
      2. Economic Analysis
      3. Social Analysis
      4. Technological Analysis
    3. Porter's Analysis
      1. Bargaining Power of Suppliers
      2. Bargaining Power of Buyers
      3. Threat of Substitutes
      4. Threat of New Entrants
      5. Competitive Rivalry
  5. Market Segmentation
    1. RF-Microwave for 5G Market, By Component, 2021 - 2031 (USD Million)
      1. Antennas
      2. Cable Assemblies
      3. Connectors
      4. Others
    2. RF-Microwave for 5G Market, By Deployment Type, 2021 - 2031 (USD Million)

      1. On-Premises Deployment

      2. Cloud Based Deployment

    3. RF-Microwave for 5G Market, By Frequency Bands, 2021 - 2031 (USD Million)

      1. Sub-6 GHz

      2. Millimeter Waves (mmWave)

    4. RF-Microwave for 5G Market, By Application, 2021 - 2031 (USD Million)
      1. Test Measurement
      2. Telecommunication Services
      3. Others
    5. RF-Microwave for 5G Market, By Geography, 2021 - 2031 (USD Million)
      1. North America
        1. United States
        2. Canada
      2. Europe
        1. Germany
        2. United Kingdom
        3. France
        4. Italy
        5. Spain
        6. Nordic
        7. Benelux
        8. Rest of Europe
      3. Asia Pacific
        1. Japan
        2. China
        3. India
        4. Australia & New Zealand
        5. South Korea
        6. ASEAN (Association of South East Asian Countries)
        7. Rest of Asia Pacific
      4. Middle East & Africa
        1. GCC
        2. Israel
        3. South Africa
        4. Rest of Middle East & Africa
      5. Latin America
        1. Brazil
        2. Mexico
        3. Argentina
        4. Rest of Latin America
  6. Competitive Landscape
    1. Company Profiles
      1. CommScope, Inc.
      2. Junkosha Inc.
      3. Maury Microwave Corporation
      4. Millimeter Wave Technologies
      5. Pasternack Enterprises
      6. Radiall SA
      7. Rosenberger Hochfrequenztechnik GmbH & Co. KG
      8. Santron Inc.
      9. Sensorview Co., LTD
      10. SV Microwave
      11. W. L. Gore & Associates, Inc.
  7. Analyst Views
  8. Future Outlook of the Market