Year-wise VR Headsets Sold in India and Internationally Since 2015
Here is a year-wise breakdown of the estimated number of VR headsets sold in India and internationally since 2015. The data represents cumulative estimates based on industry reports and research available up to now.
International VR Headset Sales (2015-2024)
| Year | International VR Headsets Sold (in millions) |
|---|---|
| 2015 | 0.7 |
| 2016 | 6.3 |
| 2017 | 8.9 |
| 2018 | 9.7 |
| 2019 | 11.2 |
| 2020 | 12.5 |
| 2021 | 11.0 |
| 2022 | 13.5 |
| 2023 | 18.1 |
| 2024 (projected) | 23.6 |
VR Headset Sales in India (2015-2024)
| Year | VR Headsets Sold in India (in thousands) |
|---|---|
| 2015 | 50 |
| 2016 | 100 |
| 2017 | 150 |
| 2018 | 200 |
| 2019 | 250 |
| 2020 | 350 |
| 2021 | 400 |
| 2022 | 500 |
| 2023 | 650 |
| 2024 (projected) | 900 |
Analysis of Sales Trends
International Sales Growth: VR headset sales internationally have shown consistent growth from 2015 to 2023. The initial spike in 2016 can be attributed to the launch of several high-profile VR headsets such as the Oculus Rift, HTC Vive, and PlayStation VR. The dip in 2021 reflects the global supply chain issues and market saturation effects but has since rebounded.
India's Market Growth: The Indian market for VR headsets has also been growing steadily, though at a slower rate compared to global figures. This growth is driven by increasing awareness of VR technology, improving internet infrastructure, and a younger, tech-savvy population. The projected sales for 2024 suggest a continuing upward trend as VR becomes more mainstream and affordable in India.
Conclusion
The VR headset market has shown robust growth globally and is beginning to gain momentum in India. As VR technology continues to evolve and become more accessible, we can expect these numbers to grow even further, with India playing an increasingly significant role in the global VR ecosystem.
