For smartphone manufacturers, biometric technology developers, and consumer electronics executives, the challenge of delivering seamless, secure, and reliable user authentication is central to the modern mobile experience. Consumers expect their devices to unlock instantly and accurately, regardless of environmental conditions. Traditional capacitive fingerprint sensors, while effective, require a dedicated button or cutout, disrupting the sleek, full-screen designs that define today’s premium devices. Optical in-screen sensors offered a solution but can struggle with wet fingers, bright sunlight, or screen protectors. Ultrasonic in-screen fingerprint sensor technology has emerged as the superior alternative, using sound waves to capture a detailed 3D fingerprint image through glass, even when the screen is wet or dirty, offering a combination of security, convenience, and design freedom that is driving rapid adoption.
According to a comprehensive new study by industry leader QYResearch, this transformative technology is on an explosive growth path. The latest report, “Ultrasonic In-Screen Fingerprint Sensor – Global Market Share and Ranking, Overall Sales and Demand Forecast 2026-2032,” delivers an exhaustive analysis of the sector’s current dynamics, historical performance from 2021-2025, and a detailed projection for the coming years. Leveraging QYResearch’s 19+ years of market intelligence and a client base exceeding 60,000 organizations globally, this report provides an authoritative resource for stakeholders in the mobile biometrics supply chain.
This in-depth market analysis reveals an extraordinary growth trajectory. The global market for ultrasonic in-screen fingerprint sensors was estimated to be worth US$ 60 million in 2024 and is forecast to reach a readjusted size of US$ 290 million by 2031, reflecting a phenomenal Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of 25.6% during the forecast period 2025-2031.
【Get a free sample PDF of this report (Including Full TOC, List of Tables & Figures, Chart)】
https://www.qyresearch.com/reports/4429588/ultrasonic-in-screen-fingerprint-sensor
Understanding Ultrasonic In-Screen Fingerprint Sensor Technology and Market Scope
An ultrasonic in-screen fingerprint sensor is a biometric technology integrated directly under the display of a smartphone or other electronic device. Unlike optical sensors that rely on light, this technology uses high-frequency sound waves. The sensor emits an ultrasonic pulse that penetrates the display glass and reflects off the ridges and valleys of the user’s finger. By analyzing the pattern of these reflected sound waves, the sensor constructs a detailed 3D map of the fingerprint.
This approach offers several significant advantages over competing technologies:
Superior Security: The 3D nature of the captured fingerprint image makes it much harder to spoof than the 2D images captured by optical sensors.
Reliability in All Conditions: Ultrasonic waves are unaffected by moisture, oil, or dirt on the screen, ensuring reliable unlocking even with wet or dirty fingers.
Works with Screen Protectors: The sensor can function effectively through standard screen protectors, a common pain point for optical in-screen sensors.
Design Freedom: By being placed entirely under the display, it enables truly bezel-less, hole-punch-free smartphone designs.
The market is segmented by sensor type and application:
By Type:
Static Sensors: These sensors capture a single static image of the fingerprint when the user touches the screen. They are the current mainstream technology for device unlocking.
Dynamic Sensors: These more advanced sensors can capture multiple images or a swipe, enabling features like heart-rate detection or gesture-based navigation, and represent a key area of future development.
By Application:
Mobile Phone: The dominant application, where the demand for full-screen designs and robust security is driving mass adoption in mid-to-high-end smartphones.
Tablet: As tablets adopt bezel-less designs and are used for sensitive applications, the integration of ultrasonic in-screen sensors is expected to grow.
Others: This includes potential future applications in other consumer electronics, automotive (for driver identification), and access control systems.
Key Market Drivers and Future Trends
The explosive growth projected for the ultrasonic in-screen fingerprint sensor market is driven by several powerful and converging trends:
The Pursuit of Full-Screen Designs: Consumer preference for uninterrupted displays is the primary driver. Ultrasonic sensors are the most elegant solution to integrate biometric security without compromising on screen real estate.
Demand for Enhanced Security: With mobile devices storing ever-more sensitive personal and financial data, the superior 3D imaging and anti-spoofing capabilities of ultrasonic sensors are a key selling point for security-conscious consumers.
Technology Maturation and Cost Reduction: As manufacturing processes mature and economies of scale are achieved, the cost of ultrasonic sensors is decreasing, allowing them to penetrate beyond flagship devices into the broader mid-range smartphone market.
Improved User Experience: The ability of these sensors to work reliably with wet fingers, screen protectors, and in bright sunlight directly addresses common user frustrations, driving positive word-of-mouth and brand preference.
The industry前景 (outlook) is exceptionally bright. As the technology continues to evolve, future market trends point toward even greater integration and functionality. Dynamic sensors will enable new user interactions, and the technology may expand into new form factors and applications. The competitive landscape is currently shaped by key innovators including Qualcomm, a pioneer in the field, along with established players like Goodix, Fingerprint Cards, Egis Technology, and a host of specialized developers such as SILEAD INC, IIDEX, and VkanSee, all vying for design wins with the world’s leading smartphone manufacturers.
Contact Us:
If you have any queries regarding this report or if you would like further information, please contact us:
QY Research Inc.
Add: 17890 Castleton Street Suite 369 City of Industry CA 91748 United States
EN: https://www.qyresearch.com
E-mail: global@qyresearch.com
Tel: 001-626-842-1666(US)
JP: https://www.qyresearch.co.jp
