Qatar Smartphone Market

Qatar Smartphone Market Overview:

The Qatar smartphone market size reached US$ 1.83 Billion in ​2023​. Looking forward, IMARC Group expects the market to reach US$ 2.63 Billion by ​2032​, exhibiting a growth rate (CAGR) of 3.60% during 2024-2032. There are various factors that are driving the market, which include rising number of mobile vendors, increasing population, utilization of fifth generation (5G) connectivity, thriving e-commerce sector, and favorable government initiatives.

Qatar Smartphone Market Trends:

Increasing Number of Mobile Vendors

As per the Statscounter, in May 2024, Apple accounted for 28.57%, Samsung 23.7%, and Xiaomi 18.14% share in Qatar. The increasing number of mobile vendors in the country is impelling the market growth. This leads to better products and services as vendors strive to differentiate themselves from their competitors. Increased competition also often results in price reductions and promotional offers, benefiting individuals. With more vendors, the variety of smartphone models available to consumers expands. This ensures that different segments of the market, ranging from budget-conscious buyers to those seeking premium devices, have a wide range of options to choose from. In addition, new entrants often bring innovative features and cutting-edge technology to attract a wider consumer base. This can accelerate the pace of technological advancement in the market, offering people the latest in smartphone technology. Furthermore, to gain a competitive edge, mobile vendors may enhance their user service offerings. This includes better after-sales support, warranty services, and more accessible service centers.

Rising Population

According to the National Planning Council (NPC), the population of Qatar in May 2024 was 3080804. People are adopting smartphones as to meet their communication, entertainment, and connectivity needs. There is a rise in the reliance on smartphones for accessing smart services, navigating city infrastructures, and connecting with the Internet of Things (IoT) devices. Moreover, smartphones are essential tools for productivity, communication, and accessing work-related applications, catalyzing their demand across various occupational segments. Smartphones serve as essential tools for e-learning, accessing educational resources, and participating in online classes. Besides this, a larger population places more demands on healthcare services. Smartphones are increasingly used for telemedicine, health monitoring apps, and accessing healthcare services, making them vital tools in the healthcare sector. Furthermore, smartphones are becoming essential for accessing social media platforms, staying connected with social networks, and engaging in online communities. 

Qatar Smartphone Market News:

• 9 March 2023: Ooredoo Group, headquartered in Qatar is a leading global mobile network operator, signed a partnership agreement with Huawei to leverage Huawei Mobile Fintech platform to provide Fintech services in markets covered by Ooredoo. Under the agreement, the two entities will work together to enable Ooredoo to provide state-of-the-art, mobile-first, financial services on Huawei’s platform for both users and merchants.
• 14 January 2024: Video Home & Electronic Centre–Jumbo Electronics, a leading consumer electronics distributor, announced its exclusive partnership with HMD to distribute a comprehensive range of Nokia smartphones, feature phones, and accessories throughout Qatar. This strategic partnership with HMD, the fastest growing 5G mobile provider, shows Video Home’s commitment to providing cutting-edge and reliable mobile solutions to individuals living in Qatar. 

Qatar Smartphone Market Segmentation:

IMARC Group provides an analysis of the key trends in each segment of the market, along with forecasts at the country level for 2024-2032. Our report has categorized the market based on operating system, display technology, ram capacity, price range, and distribution channel.

Operating System Insights:

• Android
• iOS
• Others
   

The report has provided a detailed breakup and analysis of the market based on the operating system. This includes android, iOS, and others.

Display Technology Insights:

• LCD Technology
• OLED Technology
   

A detailed breakup and analysis of the market based on the display technology have also been provided in the report. This includes LCD technology and OLED technology.

RAM Capacity Insights:

• Below 4GB
• 4GB - 8GB
• Over 8GB
   

A detailed breakup and analysis of the market based on the ram capacity have also been provided in the report. This includes below 4GB, 4GB - 8GB, and over 8GB.

Price Range Insights:

• Ultra-Low-End (Less Than $100)
• Low-End ($100-<$200)
• Mid-Range ($200-<$400)
• Mid- to High-End ($400-<$600)
• High-End ($600-<$800)
• Premium ($800-<$1000) and Ultra-Premium ($1000 and Above)
   

A detailed breakup and analysis of the market based on the price range have also been provided in the report. This includes ultra-low-end (less than $100), low-end ($100-<$200), mid-range ($200-<$400), mid- to high-end ($400-<$600), high-end ($600-<$800), and premium ($800-<$1000) and ultra-premium ($1000 and above).

Distribution Channel Insights:

• Online Stores
• Offline Stores
   

The report has provided a detailed breakup and analysis of the market based on the distribution channel. This includes online stores and offline stores.

Regional Insights:

• Ad Dawhah
• Al Rayyan
• Al Wakrah
• Others
   

The report has also provided a comprehensive analysis of all the major regional markets, which include Ad Dawhah, Al Rayyan, Al Wakrah, and Others.

Competitive Landscape:

The market research report has also provided a comprehensive analysis of the competitive landscape in the market. Competitive analysis such as market structure, key player positioning, top winning strategies, competitive dashboard, and company evaluation quadrant has been covered in the report. Also, detailed profiles of all major companies have been provided.

Qatar Smartphone Market Report Coverage:

Key Questions Answered in This Report:

• How has the Qatar smartphone market performed so far and how will it perform in the coming years?
• What has been the impact of COVID-19 on the Qatar smartphone market?
• What is the breakup of the Qatar smartphone market on the basis of operating system?
• What is the breakup of the Qatar smartphone market on the basis of display technology?
• What is the breakup of the Qatar smartphone market on the basis of ram capacity?
• What is the breakup of the Qatar smartphone market on the basis of price range?
• What is the breakup of the Qatar smartphone market on the basis of distribution channel?
• What are the various stages in the value chain of the Qatar smartphone market? 
• What are the key driving factors and challenges in the Qatar smartphone?
• What is the structure of the Qatar smartphone market and who are the key players?
• What is the degree of competition in the Qatar smartphone market? 

Key Benefits for Stakeholders:

• IMARC’s industry report offers a comprehensive quantitative analysis of various market segments, historical and current market trends, market forecasts, and dynamics of the Qatar smartphone market from 2018-2032.
• The research report provides the latest information on the market drivers, challenges, and opportunities in the Qatar smartphone market.
• Porter's five forces analysis assist stakeholders in assessing the impact of new entrants, competitive rivalry, supplier power, buyer power, and the threat of substitution. It helps stakeholders to analyze the level of competition within the Qatar smartphone industry and its attractiveness.
• Competitive landscape allows stakeholders to understand their competitive environment and provides an insight into the current positions of key players in the market.