精简型用户端市场－2026-2031年预测

预计精简型用户端市场将维持 3.09% 的复合年增长率，从 2025 年的 15.57 亿美元成长到 2031 年的 18.69 亿美元。

随着云端运算的成熟和桌面即服务 (DaaS) 的广泛应用，全球精简型用户端市场正经历根本性的结构性转变。企业正策略性地放弃传统的「胖客户机」架构，并将精简型用户端定位为提供安全、集中管理的数位化工作空间的主要手段。这种转变并非仅仅出于成本节约的考量，而是出于支持混合办公模式并维护严格资料完整性的策略需求。透过将处理能力和敏感资料储存集中在安全的资料中心和云端环境中，精简型用户端有效地消除了终端作为主要攻击途径的可能性，从而解决了现代企业面临的一项重大安全隐患。

重大市场转型

「作业系统底层」威胁的激增使得向基于硬体的安全策略转型势在必行。领先的供应商正将专有的BIOS保护和实体入侵侦测功能作为标准配置，以降低分散式远端网路基地台带来的风险。这种对硬体嵌入式安全的需求反映了日益激烈的网路安全竞争环境，传统的基于软体的保护措施已被证明不足以应对挑战。

计划于 2026 年年中停止对传统 Linux 终端作业系统的支持，这即时推动了对 IGEL OS 12 等模组化平台的需求激增。各组织正在加速硬体生命週期与软体更新的分离，以确保建立强大且面向未来的虚拟桌面基础架构 (VDI)。这种向「作业系统敏捷」生态系统的转变，使企业能够在适应不断变化的技术需求的同时，保持业务连续性。

永续性已从企业社会责任 (CSR) 倡议转变为采购的核心前提条件。预计在 2024 年底和 2025 年推出的新型精简型用户端（例如 HP Elite t660）采用超过 50% 的再生塑料，并采用无风扇设计，比传统桌上型电脑节能高达 30%。如今，遵守环境法规直接影响公共和私部门的采购决策。

市场动态与成长要素

对集中式安全和资料主权日益增长的需求是推动市场发展的关键因素。随着网路犯罪成本预计在2025年之前显着增加，各组织机构正优先采用虚拟桌面基础架构 (VDI) 和精简型用户端，以确保敏感资讯不会储存在本地设备上。全球向混合办公和远距办公模式的转变，直接催生了对低维护、易于部署硬体的需求。精简型用户端只需极少的本地配置即可实现「即插即用」功能，从而显着减轻了IT部门的负担。

对强大网路基础设施的依赖仍然是一项重大挑战，尤其是在高速、低延迟连接不稳定的新兴经济体。然而，5G 和光纤网路的扩展正在缓解延迟问题，并带来巨大的成长机会。传统终端作业系统将于 2026 年停止支持，这为供应商提供了一个透过「PC 到精简型用户端迁移」软体来获取市场份额的绝佳机会，使企业能够将现有硬体重新用作安全的精简型用户端。

供应炼和监管环境

精简型用户端供应链正从高度集中的模式转向多元化的「中国+1」策略，以降低地缘政治风险和贸易关税的影响。主要生产基地正向东南亚和墨西哥扩张，为北美和欧洲市场提供更大的物流柔软性。印度和欧盟等地区的地缘政治贸易摩擦和「数据主权」法律迫使製造商实现生产多元化，减少对单一供应商的依赖，并增加对国产或「符合区域标准」硬体的需求。

法规结构对市场动态有显着影响。 NIST SP 800-171 和 CMMC 2.0 要求美国联邦承包商严格遵守安全规范，直接推动了精简型用户端的需求。欧盟的《网路弹性法案》要求製造商提供生命週期安全更新，并优先考虑拥有强大集中管理软体功能的供应商。能源之星 (ENERGY STAR) 和 EPEAT 标准要求使用可回收材料和节能设计，其中 EPEAT 金级或银级认证通常是公共部门竞标的必要条件。

按细分市场和地区分類的趋势

企业级市场正在推动市场成长，因为大型企业都在寻求简化IT管理并加强安全防护。到2025年，企业将利用支援「共享办公室」和「基于活动的办公」的精简型用户端，使员工即使在不同办公地点和设备间移动，也能保持活跃的工作空间。这项功能在金融和咨询行业中尤为重要。

由于部署柔软性和成本效益无与伦比，独立式精简型用户端市场占据了最高的收入份额。例如，HP Elite t755 等机型最多可支援六个 4K 显示器，使得独立式精简型用户端能够胜任以往只有传统工作站才能处理的繁重工作负载。其无风扇、紧凑的设计使其运作长达 7-10 年，远超普通 PC 3-5 年的使用寿命。

竞争格局

市场竞争已从「纯硬体」销售演变为「软体定义终端」策略，作业系统和管理套件成为关键的差异化因素。惠普凭藉其Wolf Security平台主导潮流，该平台提供多层硬体级防御。戴尔强调“安全设计”，并利用Dell ThinOS和Wyse管理套件实现对多达一百万台设备的管理。 IGEL Technology是一家软体主导创新企业，其基于与硬体无关的IGEL OS 12作业系统，深受寻求避免硬体锁定的企业青睐。

近期发展包括惠普将于 2025 年 3 月发布 Elite t660，该产品配备第 13 代英特尔处理器并支援 5K 解析度；以及 LG 商业解决方案将于 2025 年 12 月更新其产品线，以支援 IGEL OS 12.7，赶在 2026 年旧版支援截止日期之前。

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产业与市场分析、机会评估、产品需求预测、打入市场策略、地理扩张、资本投资决策、法规结构及影响、新产品开发、竞争情报

研究范围：

• 2021年至2025年的历史数据和2026年至2031年的预测数据
• 成长机会、挑战、供应链前景、法规结构与趋势分析
• 竞争定位、策略和市场占有率分析
• 按业务板块和地区（包括国家）分類的收入和预测评估
• 公司概况（策略、产品、财务资讯）及主要发展动态。

目录

第一章执行摘要

第二章 市场概览

• 市场概览
• 市场定义
• 调查范围
• 市场区隔

第三章 商业情境

• 市场驱动因素
• 市场限制
• 市场机会
• 波特五力分析
• 产业价值链分析
• 政策与法规
• 策略建议

第四章 技术展望

第五章 依外形规格的精简型用户端市场

• 介绍
• 独立版
• 附显示器
• 移动的

第六章 按应用程式分類的精简型用户端市场

• 介绍
• 对于企业
• 政府机构
• 教育
• 工业的
• 其他的

第七章 依类型分類的精简型用户端市场

• 介绍
• 硬体
• 软体

第八章 按地区分類的精简型用户端市场

• 介绍
• 北美洲
  • 美国
  • 加拿大
  • 墨西哥
• 南美洲
  • 巴西
  • 阿根廷
  • 其他的
• 欧洲
  • 德国
  • 法国
  • 英国
  • 西班牙
  • 其他的
• 中东和非洲
  • 沙乌地阿拉伯
  • 阿拉伯聯合大公国
  • 其他的
• 亚太地区
  • 中国
  • 印度
  • 日本
  • 韩国
  • 印尼
  • 泰国
  • 其他的

第九章 竞争格局与分析

• 主要企业和策略分析
• 市占率分析
• 合併、收购、协议和合作
• 竞争对手仪錶板

第十章：公司简介

• Dell Inc.
• IGEL Technology GmbH
• Fujitsu（Furukawa Group）
• LG Electronics Inc.
• Samsung
• American Industrial Systems, Inc.（Ennoconn Corporation）
• NEC Corporation
• Lenovo
• Siemens AG
• Centerm
• HP Development Company, LP
• 10Zig

第十一章附录

• 货币
• 先决条件
• 基准年和预测年时间表
• 相关人员的主要收益
• 调查方法
• 简称

Thin Client Market, sustaining a 3.09% CAGR, is anticipated to rise from USD 1.557 billion in 2025 to USD 1.869 billion in 2031.

The global thin client market is experiencing a fundamental structural transformation driven by the maturation of Cloud-Client computing and widespread Desktop-as-a-Service (DaaS) adoption. Organizations are strategically abandoning traditional "fat client" architectures, positioning thin clients as the primary vehicle for delivering secure, centralized, and manageable digital workspaces. This evolution transcends cost-saving motivations, representing a strategic imperative for supporting hybrid workforces while maintaining rigorous data integrity. By centralizing processing power and sensitive data storage within secure data centers or cloud environments, thin clients effectively eliminate endpoints as primary attack vectors, addressing critical security concerns facing modern enterprises.

Key Market Transformations

The proliferation of "below-the-OS" threats has necessitated a strategic pivot toward hardware-rooted security. Major vendors now integrate proprietary BIOS protection and physical intrusion detection as standard features to mitigate risks associated with decentralized, remote access points. This hardware-embedded security mandate reflects the escalating cybersecurity landscape where traditional software-based protections prove insufficient.

The upcoming end-of-support for legacy Linux-based endpoint operating systems in mid-2026 is driving immediate demand surges for modular platforms like IGEL OS 12. Organizations are increasingly decoupling hardware lifecycles from software updates to ensure resilient and future-ready virtual desktop infrastructure (VDI). This shift toward "OS-agile" ecosystems enables enterprises to maintain operational continuity while adapting to evolving technological requirements.

Sustainability has transitioned from corporate social responsibility initiative to core procurement prerequisite. New thin client models launched in late 2024 and 2025, exemplified by the HP Elite t660, utilize over 50% post-consumer recycled plastics and fanless designs that reduce power consumption by up to 30% compared to traditional desktops. Environmental compliance now directly influences purchasing decisions across public and private sectors.

Market Dynamics and Growth Catalysts

The intensifying demand for centralized security and data sovereignty serves as the primary market driver. As cybercrime costs escalate significantly through 2025, organizations prioritize VDI and thin client deployments ensuring sensitive information never resides on local endpoints. The global shift toward hybrid and remote work models creates direct requirements for low-maintenance, easily deployable hardware. Thin clients facilitate this through "plug-and-play" functionality with minimal local configuration, significantly reducing IT department burdens.

Robust network infrastructure dependence remains a significant challenge, particularly in emerging economies where high-speed, low-latency connectivity proves inconsistent. However, 5G and fiber-optic network expansion increasingly mitigates latency issues, presenting substantial growth opportunities. The upcoming 2026 end-of-life for legacy endpoint operating systems provides critical windows for vendors to capture market share through "PC-to-Thin Client" conversion software, allowing organizations to repurpose existing hardware into secure thin clients.

Supply Chain and Regulatory Landscape

The thin client supply chain is transitioning from highly concentrated models to diversified "China-plus-one" strategies, mitigating geopolitical risks and trade tariffs. Key production hubs are expanding in Southeast Asia and Mexico, providing enhanced logistical flexibility for North American and European markets. Geopolitical trade tensions and "Data Sovereignty" laws in regions including India and the EU compel manufacturers to diversify production, reducing single-source manufacturing reliance and increasing demand for domestically produced or "regionally-compliant" hardware.

Regulatory frameworks significantly shape market dynamics. NIST SP 800-171 and CMMC 2.0 mandate strict security compliance for U.S. federal contractors, directly driving thin client demand. The European Union's Cyber Resilience Act requires manufacturers to provide lifecycle security updates, favoring vendors with robust centralized management software capabilities. ENERGY STAR and EPEAT standards necessitate recycled materials and energy-efficient designs, with public sector tenders frequently requiring EPEAT Gold or Silver registration.

Segment and Geographic Performance

The enterprise segment dominates market growth as large-scale organizations streamline IT administration and enhance security postures. In 2025, enterprises leverage thin clients supporting "Hot Desking" and "Activity-Based Working," enabling employees to transition between physical locations and devices without losing active workspaces-capabilities particularly valuable in financial and consulting sectors.

The standalone thin client segment captures highest revenue share due to unmatched deployment flexibility and cost-efficiency. Models like the HP Elite t755 support up to six 4K displays, making standalone thin clients suitable for high-intensity roles previously reserved for traditional workstations. Fanless, compact designs enable 7-10 year operational lifespans, significantly outperforming standard PCs' 3-5 year cycles.

Competitive Landscape

Market competition has evolved from "Hardware-Only" sales to "Software-Defined Endpoint" strategies where operating systems and management suites serve as primary differentiators. HP leads through its Wolf Security platform providing multi-layered hardware-level defense. Dell emphasizes "Secure-by-Design" approaches with Dell ThinOS and Wyse Management Suite scalability managing up to 1,000,000 devices. IGEL Technology distinguishes itself as a software-first disruptor with hardware-agnostic IGEL OS 12, appealing to enterprises avoiding hardware lock-in.

Recent developments include HP's March 2025 Elite t660 release featuring 13th-gen Intel processors and 5K resolution support, and LG Business Solutions' December 2025 portfolio update supporting IGEL OS 12.7 ahead of the 2026 legacy support deadline.

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Report Coverage:

• Historical data from 2021 to 2025 & forecast data from 2026 to 2031
• Growth Opportunities, Challenges, Supply Chain Outlook, Regulatory Framework, and Trend Analysis
• Competitive Positioning, Strategies, and Market Share Analysis
• Revenue Growth and Forecast Assessment of segments and regions including countries
• Company Profiling (Strategies, Products, Financial Information), and Key Developments among others.

Thin Client Market Segmentation

• By Form Factor
• Standalone
• With Monitor
• Mobile
• By Application
• Enterprise
• Government
• Education
• Industrial
• Others
• By Geography
• North America
• United States
• Canada
• Mexico
• South America
• Brazil
• Argentina
• Others
• Europe
• Germany
• France
• United Kingdom
• Spain
• Others
• Middle East and Africa
• Saudi Arabia
• UAE
• Others
• Asia Pacific
• China
• India
• Japan
• South Korea
• Indonesia
• Thailand
• Others

TABLE OF CONTENTS

1. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

2. MARKET SNAPSHOT

• 2.1. Market Overview
• 2.2. Market Definition
• 2.3. Scope of the Study
• 2.4. Market Segmentation

3. BUSINESS LANDSCAPE

• 3.1. Market Drivers
• 3.2. Market Restraints
• 3.3. Market Opportunities
• 3.4. Porter's Five Forces Analysis
• 3.5. Industry Value Chain Analysis
• 3.6. Policies and Regulations
• 3.7. Strategic Recommendations

4. TECHNOLOGICAL OUTLOOK

5. THIN CLIENT MARKET BY FORM FACTOR

• 5.1. Introduction
• 5.2. Standalone
• 5.3. With Monitor
• 5.4. Mobile

6. THIN CLIENT MARKET BY APPLICATION

• 6.1. Introduction
• 6.2. Enterprise
• 6.3. Government
• 6.4. Education
• 6.5. Industrial
• 6.6. Others

7. THIN CLIENT MARKET BY TYPE

• 7.1. Introduction
• 7.2. Hardware
• 7.3. Software

8. THIN CLIENT MARKET BY GEOGRAPHY

• 8.1. Introduction
• 8.2. North America
  • 8.2.1. USA
  • 8.2.2. Canada
  • 8.2.3. Mexico
• 8.3. South America
  • 8.3.1. Brazil
  • 8.3.2. Argentina
  • 8.3.3. Others
• 8.4. Europe
  • 8.4.1. Germany
  • 8.4.2. France
  • 8.4.3. United Kingdom
  • 8.4.4. Spain
  • 8.4.5. Others
• 8.5. Middle East and Africa
  • 8.5.1. Saudi Arabia
  • 8.5.2. UAE
  • 8.5.3. Others
• 8.6. Asia Pacific
  • 8.6.1. China
  • 8.6.2. India
  • 8.6.3. Japan
  • 8.6.4. South Korea
  • 8.6.5. Indonesia
  • 8.6.6. Thailand
  • 8.6.7. Others

9. COMPETITIVE ENVIRONMENT AND ANALYSIS

• 9.1. Major Players and Strategy Analysis
• 9.2. Market Share Analysis
• 9.3. Mergers, Acquisitions, Agreements, and Collaborations
• 9.4. Competitive Dashboard

10. COMPANY PROFILES

• 10.1. Dell Inc.
• 10.2. IGEL Technology GmbH
• 10.3. Fujitsu (Furukawa Group)
• 10.4. LG Electronics Inc.
• 10.5. Samsung
• 10.6. American Industrial Systems, Inc. (Ennoconn Corporation)
• 10.7. NEC Corporation
• 10.8. Lenovo
• 10.9. Siemens AG
• 10.10. Centerm
• 10.11. HP Development Company, L.P.
• 10.12. 10Zig

11. APPENDIX

• 11.1. Currency
• 11.2. Assumptions
• 11.3. Base and Forecast Years Timeline
• 11.4. Key Benefits for the Stakeholders
• 11.5. Research Methodology
• 11.6. Abbreviations