Global 5G smartphone shipments grew 96% QoQ in 1Q 2020. Despite the global COVID-19 pandemic 5G shipments are growing at a healthy rate, though a looming recession will impact future growth in 2020. Asia Pacific is the largest 5G smartphone market due to strong demand in China. Samsung and Huawei are the leading 5G smartphone vendors. All major regions are listed in the report, including North America, Central & Latin America, Western Europe, Central & Eastern Europe, Asia Pacific and Africa Middle East. The report includes both historical and forecast data for 1Q 2019 to 1Q 2020 period. The report is a valuable tool for smartphone vendors, component makers, software developers, operators and other stakeholders to support their high-growth 5G planning activities.