23 Jul, 2026
According to Straits Research, the global DC powered servers market size was valued at $1.65 billion in 2025 and is projected to grow from $1.78 billion in 2026 to $3.37 billion by 2034, registering a CAGR of 8.3% during the forecast period 2026–2034.
The global market for DC-powered servers is experiencing consistent expansion, propelled by increasing demand for energy-efficient, high-density computing infrastructure in data centers, telecom hubs, and hyperscale cloud providers. DC-powered servers are increasingly popular because they minimise energy conversion losses, optimise power layouts, and promote environmentally sustainable and robust IT ecosystems. These systems are especially appealing at edge computing locations, modular data centres, and mission-critical facilities where uptime, spatial optimisation, and thermal efficiency are essential. With the global emphasis on reducing carbon footprints and enhancing data centre sustainability, DC-powered servers are progressively being embraced as a viable solution that aligns with ESG criteria and the requirements of next-generation infrastructure.
The swift development of novel power delivery technologies, particularly voltage regulators and modular DC systems, aims to enhance energy transmission from meter to chip. These advancements allow data centres, especially AI-centric hyperscale facilities, to minimise conversion losses, streamline infrastructure, and improve thermal efficiency.
By facilitating end-to-end DC delivery, businesses such as Claros are influencing the future of server architecture, rendering DC-powered systems progressively feasible at scale.
The integration of modular, off-grid DC power solutions aims to address the increasing need for expedited server deployments in regions with grid constraints or extended utility lead times. These technologies eradicate reliance on conventional alternating current (AC) infrastructure and facilitate direct current (DC) server operations utilising alternative, on-site energy sources.
By circumventing traditional grid dependencies and minimising conversion losses, such systems facilitate novel deployment models for cloud providers and colocation enterprises facing the imperative to scale rapidly.
The Asia-Pacific region leads the market owing to its vigorous development of hyperscale data centers and the incorporation of renewable energy, particularly in China, India, Japan, and Southeast Asia. DC-powered infrastructure is preferred for its interoperability with solar and battery systems, minimising energy losses typically associated with AC-DC conversions. Regional governments actively endorse green digitalisation through measures like India's Data Centre Policy and China's carbon neutrality strategy, which expedite implementation. The reduction of labour and operational expenses, swift digital advancement, and the proliferation of 5G provide the Asia-Pacific region with an optimal environment for DC-powered server technologies. The integration of industrial, regulatory, and environmental incentives sustains the region's market dominance.
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