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ODN and passive infrastructure knowledge brief Published 13 May 2022

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The global optical module market is experiencing strong growth, driven by AI, cloud computing, 5G deployment, and hyperscale data center expansion, with sales projected to exceed $19 billion by 2026.Market Size and Growth

The global optical module market was valued at approximately $17.6 billion in 2024 and is forecast to reach $56.8 billion by 2031, reflecting a CAGR of 15.8% during 2025–2031 . The optical module chip segment alone was valued at $823 million in 2024 and is projected to reach $1.52 billion by 2032, growing at a CAGR of 8% . High-speed modules such as 400G, 800G, and 1.6T are driving the fastest growth, particularly in cloud data centers and AI training clusters .

Sales Volume and Pricing

In 2024, global sales of optical modules were estimated at 88–117 million units, with an average price of $150–200 per unit . Goldman Sachs forecasts 19.9 million 800G modules in 2025 and 33.5 million in 2026, with the total market value reaching $12.73 billion in 2025 and $19.37 billion in 2026, indicating strong year-on-year growth . The demand for 1.6T modules is also expected to rise, with 7 million units projected in 2026 .

Key Demand Drivers
  • AI and GPU/ASIC growth: The ratio of AI chips to optical transceivers is increasing, e.g., 1:3 for H100 and 1:8 for specific ASIC clusters, driving higher module demand .
  • Cloud computing expansion: Cloud service providers are expected to account for over 70% of optical module purchases by 2025 .
  • 5G network deployment: Government investments in 5G infrastructure are boosting demand for high-speed optical modules .
  • Hyperscale data centers: Increasing switch port bandwidth and denser GPU clusters are accelerating upgrades to 400G/800G modules .
Regional Insights
  • China: Market expected to grow significantly, reaching $4.2 billion by 2032 .
  • U.S.: Estimated at $2.4 billion in 2024, with strong demand from hyperscale cloud providers .
  • Global supply chain: The market is shifting from traditional US/EU/Japan dominance to a dual-engine pattern of international OEMs and Chinese specialist manufacturers .
Industry Players and Performance

Major players include Coherent Corp, Lumentum, Accelink Technologies, Broadcom, Innolight, Eoptolink, and Fabrinet. Many companies reported record revenues in 2025, e.g., Coherent at $1.58 billion, Innolight at $1.43 billion, and Eoptolink at $848 million . Suppliers are investing in next-generation 800G solutions to meet bandwidth demands from AI and cloud computing .

Market Outlook

The optical module market is expected to maintain strong double-digit growth, driven by the ongoing expansion of AI, cloud computing, and 5G networks. Supply chain constraints remain a challenge, but capacity expansions by key semiconductor manufacturers, such as TSMC, are helping to meet demand . High-speed optical modules are increasingly seen as critical infrastructure components rather than supporting elements, reflecting their strategic importance in modern data centers .

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