Global PC shipments grew 9.4 percent year-over-year in the third quarter of 2025, reaching 75.8 million units, according to preliminary data from the International Data Corporation (IDC) Worldwide Quarterly Personal Computing Device Tracker. The growth marks continued momentum in the global PC market, supported by hardware refreshes and increased demand for devices compatible with Windows 11.
Jean Philippe Bouchard, in the IDC report, noted that global PC demand remained strong in 2025, driven by the transition to Windows 11 and replacement of aging systems, though regional trends varied. He highlighted that North America’s growth was limited by U.S. import tariffs and economic uncertainties, with Windows 11-related demand expected to extend into 2026.
Meanwhile, Maciek Gornicki of IDC said the Asia/Pacific region, especially Japan, saw double-digit growth fueled by Windows 10 end-of-support and the GIGA education project. However, outside Japan, growth was slower due to economic and political challenges and delayed Windows 11 adoption.
Lenovo maintained its leadership with 19.4 million units and a 25.5 percent market share, up from 16.5 million units and 23.8 percent share a year earlier.
HP Inc. followed with 15 million shipments, capturing 19.8 percent of the market, slightly up from 19.6 percent last year.
Dell Technologies shipped 10.1 million units, gaining 13.3 percent share, down from 14.2 percent in Q3 2024.
Apple improved its position with 6.8 million units and a 9 percent share, up from 6 million units and 8.7 percent previously. ASUS shipped 5.9 million units, maintaining a steady 7.8 percent share compared to 7.7 percent last year.
Shipments from other brands totaled 18.6 million units, representing 24.5 percent of the market, slightly down from 26.1 percent in Q3 2024.
Overall, the results indicate that while regional dynamics vary, the global PC industry is on a recovery path — supported by enterprise upgrades, education programs, and the continuing lifecycle transition toward Windows 11-ready systems.
Rajani Baburajan
