MagnaChip Ranked No.1 in the Global OLED Smartphone DDIC Non-Captive Market

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MagnaChip Semiconductor Corporation (NYSE: MX) has achieved a record 33.2% market share in the global OLED Smartphone DDIC non-captive market in Q1 2020, as reported by OMDIA. This marks the first time the company surpassed the 30% threshold, continuing a 13-year dominance in the sector. The growth in market share reflects strong adoption of OLED displays by smartphone manufacturers, with worldwide shipments projected to reach 813 million units by 2025. MagnaChip plans to expand into flexible OLEDs and other premium display technologies.

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• Achieved a record 33.2% market share in Q1 2020, the highest ever for MagnaChip.
• Maintained the top position in the non-captive OLED Smartphone DDIC market for over 13 years.
• Projected growth in OLED smartphone market expected at 12% CAGR, with shipments reaching 813 million units by 2025.
• Plans to expand into flexible OLEDs for high-end smartphones and automotive displays.

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SEOUL, South Korea and SAN JOSE, Calif., July 27, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- MagnaChip Semiconductor Corporation ("MagnaChip") (NYSE: MX) today announced that it has retained the top position in the global OLED Smartphone DDIC non-captive market in the first quarter of 2020.  According to OMDIA, a global market research firm, MagnaChip recorded a 33.2% market share, which represents the all-time high figure for the company.

Over the last 13 years, MagnaChip has held the undisrupted top position in the global smartphone DDIC market for "non-captive suppliers," referring to the independent producers manufacturing and supplying for customers who do not have controlling interest of the producers. The streak began in 2007, when MagnaChip became the first in the world to start mass production of OLED DDICs for mobile phone displays.  

MagnaChip has sustained consistent growth since then and has captured a significant stake of market share figures in recent quarters, such as 24.2% and 27.0% for Q2 and Q3 2019 respectively. The market share figure exceeded 30% for the first time in Q4 2019 with a figure of 32.1% and finally reached 33.2% in Q1 2020, which represents an all-time high.

As smartphone manufacturers are increasingly adopting OLED displays, the demand for OLED DDIC is also expected to grow through 2025.  According to another report from OMDIA on OLED smartphone displays, the OLED smartphone market is expected to grow at a compound annual growth rate of 12% over the next 5 years, projecting worldwide shipments to reach 813 million units* in 2025.

MagnaChip is renowned for its OLED DDICs, with features such as a small chip size, low power consumption and advanced process technology.  MagnaChip is also the pioneer in High Frame Rate OLED DDICs, which is a vital technology for 5G smartphones.

Based on its wide range of technology and know-how, MagnaChip is planning to expand its business into new areas such as flexible OLED for high-end smartphones, OLED for automotive dashboard and entertainment unit displays along with other premium display technologies with high growth potential in the future.

"We are proud to be first in the OLED DDIC market and to consistently hold the top position in the non-captive market by virtue of our innovative technology," said YJ Kim, CEO of MagnaChip. "As OLED technology expands into various applications, we will continue to develop new premium products that will delight our customers."

*Results are not an endorsement of MagnaChip. Any reliance on this data is at third party's own risk.

About MagnaChip Semiconductor

MagnaChip is a designer and manufacturer of analog and mixed-signal semiconductor platform solutions for communications, IoT, consumer, industrial and automotive applications. The Company provides a broad range of standard products and manufacturing services to customers worldwide. MagnaChip, with more than 40 years of operating history, owns a portfolio of approximately 2,950 registered patents and pending applications, and has extensive engineering, design and manufacturing process expertise. For more information, please visit www.magnachip.com. Information on or accessible through MagnaChip's website is not a part of, and is not incorporated into, this release.

CONTACTS:

United States (Investor Relations): So-Yeon Jeong Head of Investor Relations Tel. +1-408-712-6151 Investor.relations@magnachip.com	USA media / industry analysts: Mike Newsom LouVan Communications, Inc. Tel. +1-617-803-5385 mike@louvanpr.com	Korea / Asia media: Chankeun Park Director of Public Relations Tel. +82-2-6903-5223 chankeun.park@magnachip.com

 

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FAQ

What is MagnaChip's market share in the OLED Smartphone DDIC market?

MagnaChip holds a record 33.2% market share in the global OLED Smartphone DDIC non-captive market as of Q1 2020.

How long has MagnaChip dominated the OLED Smartphone DDIC market?

MagnaChip has maintained its top position in the non-captive OLED Smartphone DDIC market for over 13 years.

What is the projected growth of the OLED smartphone market?

The OLED smartphone market is projected to grow at a 12% compound annual growth rate (CAGR) through 2025.

What are MagnaChip's future plans in the OLED market?

MagnaChip plans to expand into flexible OLED technology and other premium display sectors.

When did MagnaChip first exceed a 30% market share in the OLED market?

MagnaChip first exceeded a 30% market share in Q4 2019, reaching 32.1%.