Narrative: Global Pro AI Smartphone Vendor Market Forecast by Region up to 2026

Pro AI smartphones surged in 2024 led by Samsung, Xiaomi & Google. Apple set to lead by 2026 as the market grows with new AI models.

Pro AI smartphones, devices with advanced generative AI capabilities natively integrated, represents an advanced leap in mobile technology, enabling smartphones to create new content and enhance user experiences creatively. In 2024, Samsung was the global leader in Pro AI smartphone shipments, followed by Xiaomi and Google. Samsung will lose its lead position in units shipped to Apple in 2026. The market is estimated to grow rapidly as new models from more vendors join the Pro AI ranks.