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Technology and innovation metrics
China 5G Base Stations
China's cumulative 5G base station deployment from 2019 to 2025. By end of 2025, China had 4.838 million 5G base stations, averaging 34.4 per 10,000 people. China operates the world's largest 5G network with coverage in all prefecture-level cities. Data from the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology.
5G Base Stations: China vs World
5G base station deployment comparison between China and the rest of the world (2019-2025). China operates 70%+ of global 5G infrastructure.
AI Research Papers: China vs World
AI research publications comparison. China publishes 28%+ of global AI papers.
Autonomous Driving Test Miles: China vs USA
Comparison of autonomous vehicle testing mileage per year
Battery Production: China vs World
Lithium-ion battery production capacity comparison between China and the rest of the world (2015-2025). China produces 70%+ of global batteries for EVs and energy storage.
China Civil Aviation Airports
China's certified civil aviation transport airports from 2000 to 2024. By end of 2024, China had 263 civil airports, up from 121 in 2000. Among them, 107 airports handle over 1 million passengers annually and 40 handle over 10 million. Data from the Civil Aviation Administration of China and Ministry of Transport.
China Optical Fiber Cable Length
China's national optical fiber cable network length from 2015 to 2025. By end of 2025, the total fiber optic network reached 74.99 million km. China has achieved gigabit optical network access in every county nationwide. Data from the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology.
China NEV Sales (New Energy Vehicles)
China annual new energy vehicle (NEV) sales including BEV and PHEV from 2011 to 2024, showing the world's largest EV market growth
Patent Applications
Annual number of patent applications filed in China. Covers invention, utility model, and design patents. Source: National Bureau of Statistics.
R&D Expenditure
China's research and development (R&D) expenditure in current prices from 2010 to 2024. Data reported in 10 billion CNY (10δΊΏε ). Source: National Bureau of Statistics of China (NBS).
Electric Vehicle Sales: China vs World
Electric vehicle sales comparison between China and the rest of the world (2015-2025). China dominates with 60%+ of global EV sales.
Electric Vehicle Sales: China vs USA
Comparison of electric vehicle sales between China and USA
High-Speed Rail: China vs World
High-speed rail network length comparison between China and the rest of the world (2008-2025). China now operates 70%+ of global high-speed rail, transforming transportation infrastructure.
Internet Users: China vs World
Internet user population comparison between China and the rest of the world (2000-2025). China has 20%+ of global internet users.
LED Production: China vs World
LED lighting production comparison between China and the rest of the world (2010-2025). China manufactures 70%+ of global LED products.
Patent Applications: China vs World
Patent applications comparison between China and the rest of the world (2000-2025). China files 45%+ of global patents, leading in innovation.
R&D Expenditure % GDP: China vs USA
Comparison of R&D expenditure as percentage of GDP between China and the USA from 2010 to 2024. China data from NBS; USA data from NSF/OECD.
Semiconductor Manufacturing: China vs World
Semiconductor manufacturing comparison. China produces 15%+ of global chips.
Smartphone Production: China vs World
Smartphone manufacturing comparison between China and the rest of the world (2010-2025). China produces 70%+ of global smartphones, serving as the world's electronics factory.
Solar Panel Manufacturing: China vs World
Solar panel manufacturing capacity comparison between China and the rest of the world (2010-2025). China manufactures 80%+ of global solar panels, dominating the clean energy supply chain.
Space Launches: China vs USA
Comparison of orbital space launches per year between China and USA
Supercomputers (TOP500): China vs World
Supercomputers in TOP500 comparison. China has 35%+ of world s fastest computers.