The Zhitong Finance App learned that according to TrendForce Jibang Consulting's observations, competition in China's LED display market is still fierce in 2026. Affected by factors such as slow recovery in terminal demand and consumption downgrade, the development of LED ultra-small pitch displays fell short of expectations, causing the market size to decline. Overseas markets (including North America, Asia, Africa, Latin America, etc.) have continued to grow. Coupled with the gradual increase in the acceptance of Mini LED (COB) in Shanghai, this has effectively boosted the size of the overseas market. However, due to rising raw material prices, demand for LED display terminals has been suppressed. Taken together, it is estimated that the global LED display market will grow slightly to 7.66 billion US dollars (+2% YoY) in 2026.
Looking ahead to 2027, the LED display market demand in Chinese cinemas will continue to grow, and the market demand for LED all-in-one machines, LED rental displays, and LED outdoor displays in international markets such as Europe, America, and Asia will also continue to grow. The global LED display market is expected to reach US$7.985 billion (+4% YoY).
Micro/mini LED display
In 2026, due to Samsung's withdrawal from the micro LED TV market, other manufacturers such as LG, BOE, Tianma, and Vistar have yet to make large-scale shipments, so the size of the micro LED display market is expected to decline sharply. High costs are a bottleneck in the development of the Micro LED display market. Manufacturers are actively developing Micro LED display products based on glass-based technology, hoping to reduce costs, thereby promoting Micro LED display products into the consumer market. However, judging from the current development process, progress is relatively slow.
In 2026, Mini LED displays will continue to erode the SMD LED display market share, and the market size will have the opportunity to reach US$1.01 billion (+23% YoY). In the long run, with Mini LED display production capacity continuing to expand, the market size is expected to reach US$2,094 billion in 2030, and the compound growth rate is 21% from 2025 to 2030.
LED all-in-one
In 2026, demand for LED all-in-one computers in Europe and the US will continue to grow. In addition to being used in conference rooms, it is also gradually penetrating into education, training, retail and other industries. Shipments are expected to grow to 17,120 units (+22% YoY), and the market output value is expected to grow to US$213 million (+9% YoY). In the long run, the penetration rate of LED all-in-one products in various application scenarios will gradually increase with their performance advantages.
In terms of size, LED all-in-one product specifications are currently concentrated, mainly focusing on 130-140 inches, with a typical size of 135 inches; followed by 160-170 inches, with a typical size of 162/165 inches. From a technical point of view, currently LED all-in-one products mainly use 2K resolution, and the product point spacing is mainly P1.56. Packaging technology is still dominated by SMD LEDs, and the proportion of COB technology is increasing year by year.
LED cinema display
In 2026, various departments in China jointly launched the “2026 Film Economy Promotion Year” campaign, and China Film Group and others announced plans to grow LED screens in cinemas. Driven by the policy, the number of new global installations is expected to reach 170 units (+42% YoY) in 2026. The Chinese market is still the main driving force for growth. Overseas markets mainly include South Korea, Japan, North America, and Europe.
Major LED display companies in cinemas mainly include Samsung, Riyadh, Alto Electronics, Zhouming Technology, BOE MLED (BOE MLED), Qingsong Optoelectronics (QSTECH), Nanjing Lopu (Lopu), and Altay (AET). Brand manufacturers include China Film Technology (CFT), CINEAPPO (CINEAPPO), and Timewaying( Timewaying).
LED display for virtual shooting
According to TrendForce analysis, the size of the LED display market for virtual shooting declined to US$269 million (-6% YoY) in 2025 due to reduced entertainment spending and reduced investment in film and television in North America and other regions. Demand continues to be pressured in 2026, and it is estimated that the market size will continue to decline.
Judging from the point spacing structure, the share of P2.1-P2.5 products rose to 42.7% in 2026, and the share of >P2.5 products fell to 30.2%. Together, the two reached 72.9%, and are still mainstream in the market; the share of P1.2-P1.6 products increased to 21.4%, while the proportion of P1.7-P2.0 products was 5.7%. Currently, the mainstream specifications for virtual studios use P1.2-P2.8 as the background display, P2-P4 as the floor tile screen, P3.9 as the side display, and P5.2 as the ceiling screen.
LED rental display
The global LED rental display market was US$1,536 billion in 2025 and is expected to rise to US$1,584 billion (+3%) in 2026. With the steady release of demand for various large-scale performing arts events, corporate exhibitions and sporting events, the market size will further expand to US$1,673 million (+5%) in 2027. In the long run, the growth trend of the LED rental display market remains stable.
LED outdoor display
According to TrendForce research, the demand for LED outdoor displays is growing steadily, and compared to LED indoor displays, the price drop is relatively small and the specifications continue to rise. Driven by applications such as Advertising/Billboard (Billboard) and Live Events (Live Events), the market size is expected to grow to US$1,899 billion (+2% YoY) in 2026, and is expected to grow to US$1,968 billion (+4% YoY) in 2027.
From the application side, advertising (advertising) /billboards (billboards) and live events (Live Events) currently accounts for a relatively large area; followed by sports (Sports) /education (Education) and transportation/variable information display (VMS).
TrendForce has insight into global LED display industry trends, covering markets, product trends and manufacturer trends in the fields of Micro/Mini LED displays, LED outdoor displays, LED all-in-one machines, virtual shooting LED displays, cinema LED displays, LED rental displays, drive ICs, controller systems and power supplies. The report tracks the business performance and product strategies of 26 manufacturers such as Samsung, Zhouming, and Riyadh, and provides readers with a comprehensive layout for the operation and sales of the LED display market.