Global 6G Testing Equipment Market Size, Share, and COVID-19 Impact Analysis, By Component (Hardware, Software, and Services), By Application (Telecommunications, Automotive, Healthcare, Aerospace & Defense, and Others), By End User (Network Equipment Manufacturers, Mobile Device Manufacturers, Telecommunication Service Providers, and Others), and By Region (North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East, and Africa), Analysis and Forecast 2025 - 2035

Global 6G Testing Equipment Market Size Insights Forecasts to 2035

• The Global 6G Testing Equipment Market Size Was Estimated at USD 6.98 Billion in 2024
• The Market Size is Expected to Grow at a CAGR of around 35% from 2025 to 2035
• The Worldwide 6G Testing Equipment Market Size is Expected to Reach USD 189.4 Billion by 2035
• Asia Pacific is expected to grow the fastest during the forecast period.

According to a research report published by Spherical Insights and Consulting, The Global 6G Testing Equipment Market Size was worth around USD 6.98 Billion in 2024 and is Predicted to Grow to around USD 189.4 Billion by 2035 with a Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of 35% from 2025 to 2035. Global standardization efforts, terahertz research, AI-integrated networks, advanced semiconductor innovation, growing smart infrastructure, and increased investments in next-generation ultra-high-speed wireless communication technologies are all driving opportunities in the 6G testing equipment market.  

Market Overview

The global industry segment devoted to specialized tools, platforms, and systems for evaluating, assessing, and certifying performance metrics of sixth-generation (6G) wireless communication technologies is known as the 6G testing equipment market. These include massive MIMO beamforming validators, terahertz/sub-terahertz transceivers, vector signal generators, AI-enhanced channel emulators, over-the-air (OTA) test chambers, ultra-high-frequency signal analyzers, and integrated sensing-communication (ISAC) assessment tools. In 2025, the U.S. FCC allocated new terahertz spectrum for 6G research and development testing. NIST and DARPA provided funding for the development of waveform prototypes and the establishment of security standards.

In March 2023, a combination of speeds up to 1 terabit per second, 1,000 times faster than 5G's 10,000 Mbps peak, Narendra Modi announced the Bharat 6G vision paper and a nationwide 6G R&D test bed in New Delhi, providing ultra-low latency connectivity. Growth is due to a number of factors, such as the expansion of IoT devices, rising demand for high-speed connectivity, and technological breakthroughs.  The quick speed of technological advancement is one of the main drivers of the 6G testing equipment market's expansion.

Report Coverage

This research report categorizes the Global 6G Testing Equipment Market based on various segments and regions, forecasts revenue growth, and analyzes trends in each submarket. The report analyses the key growth drivers, opportunities, and challenges influencing the 6G testing equipment market. Recent market developments and competitive strategies, such as expansion, product launch, development, partnership, merger, and acquisition, have been included to draw the competitive landscape in the market. The report strategically identifies and profiles the key market players and analyses their core competencies in each sub-segment of the 6G testing equipment market.   

Driving Factors

Rapid technological innovation is one of the main drivers of the Global 6G Testing Equipment Market growth. Before commercial deployment, 6G networks and devices must be tested for performance and compatibility, which is the main factor driving the market for 6G testing equipment. In this field, innovation and investment are driven by the growing need for faster data rates, reduced latency, and improved dependability for applications such as extended reality and holographic communications. In September 2025, Verizon announced the launch of its 6G Innovation Forum, accelerating collaborative research and technological advancement as global 6G development intensifies, driving next-generation connectivity, enterprise transformation, and enhanced digital experiences across industries.  

Restraining Factors

High development and deployment costs, terahertz frequency technology complexity, a lack of globally recognized frameworks, limited commercial readiness, infrastructure limitations, and uncertainty surrounding regulatory approvals and spectrum allocation policies are the main factors restricting the Global 6G Testing Equipment Market.

Market Segmentation

The 6G testing equipment market share is classified into component, application, and end user.   

• The hardware segment dominated the market in 2024, approximately 45%, and is projected to grow at a substantial CAGR during the forecast period. 

Based on the component, the Global 6G Testing Equipment Market is divided into hardware, software, and services. Among these, the hardware segment dominated the market in 2024, approximately 45%, and is projected to grow at a substantial CAGR during the forecast period. The growing need for sophisticated physical testing tools, such as signal generators, spectrum analyzers, network analyzers, channel emulators, and over-the-air testing systems, which are crucial for the study, creation, and marketing of 6G networks and devices, is driving the hardware industry.

• The telecommunications segment accounted for the largest share in 2024, approximately 35%, and is anticipated to grow at a significant CAGR during the forecast period.

Based on the application, the Global 6G Testing Equipment Market is divided into telecommunications, automotive, healthcare, aerospace & defense, and others. Among these, the telecommunications segment accounted for the largest share in 2024, approximately 35%, and is anticipated to grow at a significant CAGR during the forecast period. As telecom operators and equipment manufacturers progressively engage in advanced testing solutions to ensure performance, reliability, and compliance with future 6G standards, the rapid deployment and growth of next-generation network infrastructure is driving the telecommunications industry.

• The network equipment segment accounted for the highest market revenue in 2024, approximately 35%, and is anticipated to grow at a significant CAGR during the forecast period.

Based on the end user, the Global 6G Testing Equipment Market is divided into network equipment manufacturers, mobile device manufacturers, telecommunication service providers, and others. Among these, the network equipment segment accounted for the highest market revenue in 2024, approximately 35%, and is anticipated to grow at a significant CAGR during the forecast period. Increased demand for ultra-high-speed, low-latency, and dependable connections, along with growing global investments in 6G research and development, has further spurred network equipment makers' use of sophisticated testing equipment, bolstering network equipment manufacturers market.  

Regional Segment Analysis of the 6G Testing Equipment Market

• North America (U.S., Canada, Mexico) 
• Europe (Germany, France, U.K., Italy, Spain, Rest of Europe)
• Asia-Pacific (China, Japan, India, Rest of APAC)
• South America (Brazil and the Rest of South America) 
• The Middle East and Africa (UAE, South Africa, Rest of MEA)

North America is anticipated to hold the largest share of the 6G testing equipment market over the predicted timeframe.

North America is anticipated to hold the largest share of the 6G testing equipment market over the predicted timeframe. Strong government backing for next-generation wireless innovation, a thriving R&D ecosystem, and the presence of top telecom and test equipment companies are what propel North America. The region's position is further reinforced by government programs promoting 6G innovation, spectrum research, and developments in communication connected to defense. Government initiatives include DARPA's October 2025 $50M financing for waveform prototypes, the U.S. FCC's December 2025 provision of extra terahertz bandwidth for 6G R&D trials, and NIST's November 2025 establishment of a 6G security standards working group. In Canada, 5G/6G R&D facilities are still funded through continuous partnerships with Ericsson.

Asia Pacific is expected to grow at a rapid CAGR in the 6G testing equipment market during the forecast period. China, Japan, and South Korea are among the nations making significant investments in 6G research, pilot projects, and spectrum innovation projects. The demand for sophisticated testing equipment is further accelerated by the region's major centers for electronics and semiconductor manufacture. Government launches include Japan's Beyond 5G Promotion Consortium allocating billions to terahertz research, South Korea's K-Network 2030 with pilot projects slated for 2026, China's MIIT moving forward with large-scale 6G test satellite deployments and national trial phases, and India's Bharat 6G Alliance growing labs and roadmaps.

Competitive Analysis:

The report offers the appropriate analysis of the key organizations/companies involved within the Global 6G Testing Equipment Market, along with a comparative evaluation primarily based on their product of offering, business overviews, geographic presence, enterprise strategies, segment market share, and SWOT analysis. The report also provides an elaborative analysis focusing on the current news and developments of the companies, which includes product development, innovations, joint ventures, partnerships, mergers & acquisitions, strategic alliances, and others. This allows for the evaluation of the overall competition within the market.

List of Key Companies

• Advantest Corporation
• Azimuth Systems
• Bird Technologies
• Boonton Electronics
• Chroma ATE Inc.
• Cobham Wireless
• Electro Rent Corporation
• EXFO Inc.
• LitePoint
• Marvin Test Solutions
• Spirent Communications
• Tektronix
• Teledyne LeCroy
• ThinkRF
• Others

Key Target Audience

• Market Players
• Investors
• End-users
• Government Authorities 
• Consulting and Research Firm
• Venture capitalists
• Value-Added Resellers (VARs) 

Recent Development

• In February 2026, ANRITSU CORPORATION launched a new RF hardware option for its MT8000A Radio Communication Test Station, supporting the FR3 band and enabling comprehensive 4G, 5G, and next-generation 6G device testing from R&D to commercial deployment. 

• In November 2025, the Communications Regulatory Authority introduced Qatar’s 6G Testbed Platform at MWC25 Doha, signing a Letter of Intent with Ooredoo Qatar and Vodafone Qatar to accelerate next-generation communications innovation.  

• In June 2025, NVIDIA announced its 6G Developer Program, enabling over 200 telecom organizations across 30+ European countries to accelerate AI-native 6G development, fostering innovation, sustainability, and next-generation cellular services. 

Market Segment

This study forecasts revenue at global, regional, and country levels from 2020 to 2035. Spherical Insights has segmented the Global 6G Testing Equipment Market based on the below-mentioned segments:  

Global 6G Testing Equipment Market, By Component

• Hardware
• Software
• Services

Global 6G Testing Equipment Market, By Application

• Telecommunications
• Automotive
• Healthcare
• Aerospace & Defense
• Others

Global 6G Testing Equipment Market, By End User

• Network Equipment Manufacturers
• Mobile Device Manufacturers
• Telecommunication Service Providers
• Others

Global 6G Testing Equipment Market, By Regional Analysis

• North America
  • US
  • Canada
  • Mexico

• Europe
  • Germany
  • UK
  • France
  • Italy
  • Spain
  • Russia
  • Rest of Europe

• Asia Pacific
  • China
  • Japan
  • India
  • South Korea
  • Australia
  • Rest of Asia Pacific

• South America
  • Brazil
  • Argentina
  • Rest of South America

• Middle East & Africa
  • UAE
  • Saudi Arabia
  • Qatar
  • South Africa
  • Rest of the Middle East & Africa