Apple Captures 25% of China’s Phone Market with iPhone 17 Surge
Apple Inc. has staged a remarkable rebound in China, seizing a quarter of the smartphone market last month—its strongest showing since 2022. The iPhone 17 lineup drove double-digit sales growth across all models, eclipsing predecessor iPhone 16 versions. Counterpoint Research data reveals every fourth handset sold in China now bears the Apple logo.
The premium-priced iPhone 17 series now accounts for over 80% of Apple's regional sales, potentially lifting future revenue through higher average selling prices. This resurgence validates CEO Tim Cook's prediction of renewed growth in China—a critical battleground where Apple had recently stumbled. Early indicators suggest the momentum extends beyond hardware sales, though supply chain data remains incomplete.
