Pakistan’s local mobile phone manufacturing and assembly sector showed signs of gradual improvement during the month, with domestic companies producing or assembling 2.49 million mobile phones. This represents an 8 percent year on year increase compared to 2.31 million units recorded in November 2024, according to the latest figures released by PTA. The monthly uptick reflects improving demand conditions in the local market and suggests that production activity is stabilizing after a challenging period for the industry, even as broader cumulative trends remain under pressure.
PTA data shows that of the total units produced during the reported period, smartphones accounted for 53 percent of overall output, totaling 14.51 million units, while 2G handsets made up the remaining 47 percent, amounting to 13.09 million units. This distribution highlights a relatively balanced demand mix between smartphones and basic phones in Pakistan, driven by a combination of affordability concerns, continued use of feature phones in rural areas, and steady interest in entry level and mid range smartphones. The data indicates that despite increasing smartphone adoption, 2G devices continue to play a significant role in meeting communication needs across different income segments.
The regulator further reported that locally manufactured and assembled devices met 88 percent of Pakistan’s total mobile phone demand during 11M2025. This marks a decline from an average of 93 percent recorded in 10M2025, indicating a slight increase in reliance on imports during the later months of the period. Industry observers attribute this shift to factors such as cost pressures, fluctuations in component availability, and pricing dynamics that impact production planning. Nevertheless, the local manufacturing ecosystem continues to supply the vast majority of devices used in the country, underscoring the importance of domestic assembly plants in supporting telecom accessibility and reducing import dependency.
Brand wise performance data for 11M2025 shows Infinix leading the locally assembled mobile phone market with production of 3.47 million units. VGO Tel followed closely with 3.07 million units, while Vivo secured the third position with 2.57 million units. Other notable contributors included Itel with 2.20 million units and Tecno with 1.73 million units, reflecting strong competition among Chinese and locally positioned brands. Samsung recorded local assembly of 1.57 million units, while Xiaomi produced 1.35 million units during the same period. Local brand Q Mobile assembled 1.06 million units, followed by Realme with 1.00 million units and G’Five with 0.92 million units, rounding out the top ten list.
Overall, PTA data suggests that while Pakistan’s local mobile phone industry continues to face cumulative year on year challenges compared to previous years, monthly production trends point toward gradual stabilization. The steady recovery in consumer demand, coupled with the sustained growth of local handset manufacturing and assembly, is helping the sector maintain momentum. As manufacturers adjust to market conditions and focus on cost effective device offerings, local production remains a key pillar in supporting Pakistan’s telecom and digital connectivity landscape.
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