How Did India's PC Market Achieve 8.1% Growth in Q1?
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Synopsis
India’s PC market continues its upward trajectory with an impressive 8.1% growth in Q1 2025. This marks the seventh consecutive quarter of growth, driven by robust sales in both consumer and commercial sectors. Discover how evolving market dynamics and strategic vendor initiatives are reshaping the landscape.
Key Takeaways
- PC market in India grew by 8.1% YoY in Q1 2025.
- 3.3 million units were shipped during this period.
- Notebooks rose by 13.8%, while workstations grew by 30.4%.
- HP Inc. holds a 29.1% market share, leading both segments.
- AI notebooks saw a 185.1% growth rate.
New Delhi, May 26 (NationPress) The traditional PC market in India (including desktops, notebooks, and workstations) has seen a remarkable growth of 8.1 percent year-over-year (YoY) during the first quarter of 2025, with a total of 3.3 million units shipped, according to a report released on Monday.
Data from the International Data Corporation (IDC) indicates that this is the seventh consecutive quarter of growth for the Indian PC market.
Notebooks experienced a significant increase of 13.8 percent, while workstations surged by 30.4 percent. Premium notebook shipments, priced at $1,000 and above, grew by 8 percent in the January-March period. Additionally, AI notebooks saw an impressive growth of 185.1 percent, although this is attributed to a lower base.
The consumer segment expanded by 8.9 percent in Q1 2025, driven by Republic Day sales and substantial shipments in March.
The e-tail channel maintained its growth trajectory, expanding by 21.9 percent in Q1. The commercial segment also saw a rise of 7.5 percent, mainly due to increased demand for commercial notebooks from enterprises, as stated in the report.
“The consumer PC market has experienced another positive quarter, bolstered by the e-tail channel and targeted offline expansion,” remarked Bharath Shenoy, research manager at IDC India and South Asia.
In order to enhance accessibility for customers across India, PC vendors are strengthening their offline presence through new brand stores, expanding their large format retail (LFR) presence, and offering attractive discounts and cashback deals online.
“While the strong shipments signify a healthy market momentum, the corresponding rise in channel inventory presents a challenge for the near future,” he added.
HP Inc. dominated the market with a 29.1 percent share in Q1 2025, leading in both the consumer and commercial segments. In the commercial sector, HP commanded a 32.7 percent share, driven by robust demand from enterprises, which saw a staggering 60.6 percent growth.
Lenovo secured the second position with an 18.9 percent market share in Q1. Lenovo experienced growth across both consumer and commercial segments, recording increases of 36.4 percent and 33.8 percent YoY, respectively.
Point of View
The continuous growth in India's PC market reflects a robust demand driven by consumer trends and digital transformation. This trend showcases the resilience and adaptability of the technology sector, with vendors strategically enhancing their market presence to meet evolving consumer needs.
NationPress
08/06/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the growth rate of India's PC market in Q1 2025?
India's traditional PC market grew by 8.1 percent year-over-year in Q1 2025.
How many units were shipped in Q1 2025?
A total of 3.3 million units were shipped in Q1 2025.
Which segment saw the highest growth?
Workstations experienced the highest growth at 30.4 percent.
Who leads the PC market in India?
HP Inc. led the market with a 29.1 percent share in Q1 2025.
What challenges does the market face?
The increase in channel inventory presents challenges for the near future.
