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Report: Apple and Samsung outperform rivals as smartphone chip shipments tumble 21%
Publication: 9to5Mac
Author: Marcus Mendes
Source published: 04/11/2026, 23:59:10 UTC
Briefing created: 05/11/2026, 00:33:13 UTC
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Counterpoint Research reported that Apple and Samsung gained market share in Q3 2026 while global smartphone chip shipments fell 21% year-over-year. This decline occurred despite the two companies outperforming rivals, indicating a broader contraction in the smartphone chip market during the third quarter of 2026.
Key points
- Apple and Samsung were the only major smartphone chip vendors to gain market share in Q3 2026.
- Global smartphone chip shipments declined 21% year-over-year during the same period.
Context
This finding indicates a contraction in the smartphone chip market during the third quarter of 2026, with Apple and Samsung successfully capturing market share despite the overall decline in shipments.
Limitations
Evidence is limited to Counterpoint Research's Q3 2026 data; no additional background or context is supplied.
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