The global PC market witnessed a significant slowdown in the second quarter of 2026 as supply chain disruptions, geopolitical tensions, and an ongoing RAM shortage weighed heavily on the industry. According to the latest report from International Data Corporation (IDC), worldwide PC shipments declined 4.9% year-over-year to 68.2 million units during Q2 2026, marking the first major contraction after nine consecutive quarters of growth.
Despite the challenging market conditions, Lenovo retained its position as the world’s largest PC manufacturer with a 24.4% market share. HP, Dell, and Apple followed in the rankings, although most leading brands experienced a decline in shipments amid component shortages and rising production costs.
Apple emerged as the notable exception, increasing its global market share following the launch of the more affordable MacBook Neo. The new model helped the company strengthen its position even as the industry grappled with higher manufacturing expenses and price increases.
IDC believes the challenges facing the PC industry are unlikely to ease anytime soon. Jitesh Ubrani, Research Director for Consumer Devices at IDC, said the ongoing memory shortage is expected to persist until early 2028, limiting the chances of a strong market recovery in the near future. He also noted that vendors are preparing for additional price hikes through 2027, while retailers have expressed concerns over growing inventories at higher price points.
Among the major manufacturers, Lenovo reported a 2.1% year-over-year decline in shipments, HP saw a sharper 9% drop, and Dell recorded a 5% decline. The report highlights that nearly all PC makers are facing pressure from rising component costs, forcing them to increase prices across multiple product segments.
As manufacturers struggle to protect profit margins, consumers are likely to pay more for devices that offer specifications similar to previous generations. With supply constraints and economic uncertainty expected to continue, the PC industry may face a prolonged period of slower growth before conditions begin to improve.
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