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Apple sees Mac shipment growth while PC market declines in Q2 2026
Key points
- Global PC shipments fell 4.9% in Q2 2026 to 68.2 million units.
- Apple's Mac shipments increased by 10.1%, capturing 9.9% market share.
- Lenovo maintains top position despite a 2.1% decline in shipments.
Market Overview
According to IDC's latest report, global PC shipments dropped 4.9% year over year in Q2 2026, reaching 68.2 million units. This marks the first decline in PC shipments since 2024, highlighting a significant downturn in market demand.
Apple's Performance
In contrast to the overall market, Apple experienced a notable growth in Mac shipments, which surged by 10.1% year over year. This increase provided the company with a 9.9% share of the market, benefiting from successful product launches like the MacBook Neo.
Performance of Other Vendors
While Apple thrived, other major vendors such as Lenovo, HP, and Dell reported declines. Lenovo held the largest market share at 24.4% despite a 2.1% decrease in shipments, while HP and Dell faced drops of 9% and 5%, respectively. ASUS saw a slight increase of 0.2%, rounding out the top five.
Market Challenges
The broader PC market struggles can be attributed to ongoing supply issues, particularly concerning memory, alongside price increases affecting demand. IDC anticipates that these conditions may lead to a slowdown in growth rates for the remaining part of 2026 and 2027, with possible impacts on PC upgrade cycles.
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Reporting from
IDC reports that Apple was the only major PC vendor with significant shipment growth in Q2 2026, as the global PC market contracted 4.9%. The increase in Apple's Mac shipments is attributed to successful product launches and a strategic pricing position amid broader market challenges.