PUBLISHER: The Business Research Company | PRODUCT CODE: 1686128
PUBLISHER: The Business Research Company | PRODUCT CODE: 1686128
An education personal computer is a specialized personal computer (PC) designed or customized for educational purposes, including research, document creation, interactive lessons, collaborative learning, online courses, simulations, assessments, and virtual experiences. These computers aim to provide students and educators with efficient and effective tools for educational activities.
The main types of education personal computers include desktops, laptops, and tablets. A desktop computer is designed for use in a fixed location and typically consists of separate components such as a monitor, keyboard, and central processing unit (CPU). It is utilized in education to offer students immersive learning experiences and foster collaboration in both the learning and teaching processes. Education personal computers are distributed through channels such as offline and online, catering to end users in primary education, secondary education, and higher education.
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The education personal computer market size has grown rapidly in recent years. It will grow from $19.45 billion in 2024 to $22.16 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 13.9%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to advent of personal computing, internet connectivity, e-learning and digital content, one-to-one computing initiatives, mobile computing.
The education personal computer market size is expected to see rapid growth in the next few years. It will grow to $37.58 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 14.1%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to digital transformation in education, rise of hybrid learning models, continued emphasis on stem education, AI-powered educational tools, growth of edtech startups. Major trends in the forecast period include integration of gamification elements, customizable and modular devices, security and privacy measures, sustainable and eco-friendly computing, focus on accessibility and inclusivity.
The growing demand for e-learning and online education is expected to drive the expansion of the education personal computer market in the years ahead. E-learning, or online education, utilizes electronic technology to deliver educational content and support learning. The COVID-19 pandemic significantly accelerated the adoption of online education as schools and organizations transitioned to digital platforms for learning and training. Personal computers play a vital role in e-learning by enabling interactive classes, collaborative activities, and access to digital resources, thereby enhancing student engagement and learning outcomes. For example, according to GOV.UK, a UK government department, as of September 2024, adult participation in further education and skills in the UK reached 1,627,320, marking a 0.9% increase from the previous year (2022/23). Additionally, participation in adult education and training rose by 4.6% to 863,790. Consequently, the rising demand for e-learning is fueling the growth of the education personal computer market.
Key players in the education personal computer market are prioritizing innovation to meet evolving customer needs, exemplified by the development of products such as HP Fortis laptops. These devices are tailored to cater to active and mobile learners, offering robustness and durability essential for educational environments. For instance, in March 2023, HP Inc. introduced the HP Fortis laptops, designed to withstand the rigors of educational settings. Featuring textured surfaces for improved grip and lightweight construction, these laptops are engineered to withstand drops, spills, and other mishaps commonly encountered in school environments. Reinforced power and USB-C ports mitigate the risk of damage from accidental wire tugging, while mechanically strengthened edges and co-molded rubber trims provide additional protection against shocks and impacts. Moreover, the anchored keypad design ensures keys remain intact, even in high-activity classroom settings. Through such innovations, companies aim to deliver reliable and resilient computing solutions tailored to the unique demands of online education.
In November 2023, Curriculum Associates LLC, a leading digital curriculum provider headquartered in the United States, completed the acquisition of SoapBox Labs, an Ireland-based AI speech recognition solution provider, for an undisclosed sum. This strategic move accelerates the integration of voice AI technology into educational settings, thereby bolstering teaching and learning outcomes across various subjects, including reading, mathematics, and others, spanning grades K-12. SoapBox Labs' expertise in delivering tailored AI solutions for educational applications, particularly on personal computers, complements Curriculum Associates' commitment to innovation in education.
Major companies operating in the education personal computer market report are Apple Inc., Samsung Electronics Co. Ltd., Microsoft Corporation, Micro-Star International Co. Ltd, Dell Inc, Sony Corporation, Lenovo Group Limited, LG Electronics, Intel Corporation, Hewlett-Packard Inc., Panasonic Corporation, International Business Machines Corporation, Toshiba Corporation, ASUSTeK Computer Inc., HCL Technologies Limited, Acer Inc., Razer Inc., Shuttle Inc., CyberPowerPC, Viglen Ltd., Fujitsu Limited, System76, Ematic, Maingear Inc., Cybertron International Inc.
North America was the largest region in the education personal computer market in 2024. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the education personal computer market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa.
The countries covered in the education personal computer market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain
The education personal computer market consists of revenues earned by entities by providing services such as classroom aids, educational software such as courseware, assessment software, communication applications, digital libraries, and assessment platforms that are used for learning, teaching, and assessment purposes. The market value includes the value of related goods sold by the service provider or included within the service offering. The education personal computer market also includes sales of the central processing unit (CPU), random access memory (RAM), monitor, mouse, keyboard, computer data storage, graphics card, sound card, speakers, and motherboard. Values in this market are 'factory gate' values, that is the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods.
The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD, unless otherwise specified).
The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products.
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The forecasts are made after considering the major factors currently impacting the market. These include the Russia-Ukraine war, rising inflation, higher interest rates, and the legacy of the COVID-19 pandemic.