# Laptops Set to Out Sell Desktops By arnarn | Published 2007-03-23 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/laptops-set-to-out-sell-desktops References: [news.bbc](http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/technology/6474581.stm) [Portable computers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/geekbook) or also known as laptops are starting to out sell the powerful yet inefficient desktops machines. The report says that every year, the market for [laptops will grow](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/desktop-computer-system) by 16.1% until 2011 unlike desktops that will only have 3.8% growth rate. Slowly, computer users shows more interests on todays [mobile computing machines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lg-gram-ai-pro) than their fixed counterparts. According to the report last year, 2005 was the first time laptops outsell desktops and analysts says that the trend is set to continue. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.2/10 - Popularity: 6% | Activity: 23% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/gadgets) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Rise of Mobile Computing:** The increasing popularity of laptops over desktops indicates a growing trend towards mobile computing. - **Decline of Desktop Machines:** The stagnant growth rate of desktops suggests a decline in their usage and market demand. - **Shift in Consumer Preference:** The shift in consumer interests towards mobile computing machines highlights a change in preference for portable devices. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Computer Manufacturing:** Computer manufacturers have an opportunity to focus on producing more lightweight and efficient laptops to meet consumer demand. - **Software Development:** Software developers can tap into the trend of mobile computing by creating applications and programs specifically tailored for laptops and portable devices. - **E-commerce and Retail:** The growing market for laptops presents an opportunity for e-commerce and retail businesses to offer a wide range of portable computer options to consumers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [High-Power Ultra-Portable Laptops](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/asus-vivobook-pro-16.md) - [Desktop-Grade Laptops](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hp-zbook-fury-g1i-18inch.md) - [Sleek Power-Efficient Laptops](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/asus-vivobook-16-wuxga.md) - [Mobile Processor Desktop PCs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tuf-gaming-t500-pc.md) - [Foldable Computer Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/computer-with-foldable-screen.md) - [Super-Lightweight Laptops](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/x40l-k.md) - [Backpack-Mounted Desktop Computers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/eblaztr.md) - [Sustainable Laptop Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dell-concept-luna.md) - [Mobile Productivity Laptop Models](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/acer-swift-laptops.md)