Video game console imports in Saudi Arabia: data, top suppliers and prices
Saudi Arabia imported $281.8 million of video game console in 2024 (2.5 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Value rose 9% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 53% a year on average.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Imports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $281.8M | 2.5K t |
| 2023 | $258.1M | 2.7K t |
| 2022 | $195.3M | 2.6K t |
| 2021 | $126.1M | 1.9K t |
| 2020 | $87.4M | 1.5K t |
| 2019 | $87.4M | 1.4K t |
| 2018 | $111.2M | 1.6K t |
| 2017 | $14.3M | 277 t |
Where Saudi Arabia imports video game console from
China alone supplied 95% of it. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+51% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $268.6M | 95% |
| United Kingdom | $6.4M | 2.3% |
| Poland | $2.0M | 0.7% |
| Vietnam | $840K | 0.3% |
| Bahrain | $682K | 0.2% |
| Japan | $622K | 0.2% |
| United States | $590K | 0.2% |
| Sweden | $253K | 0.1% |
| Germany | $207K | 0.1% |
| United Arab Emirates | $198K | 0.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $112.91 per kg, close to the world average of $97.77.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Video game console exports from Saudi Arabia
Saudi Arabia exported $6.8 million of video game console in 2024 (48 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: United Arab Emirates accounted for 62% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, United Arab Emirates grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Arab Emirates | $4.2M | 62% |
| Poland | $1.9M | 27% |
| China | $303K | 4.5% |
| France | $254K | 3.8% |
| Netherlands | $113K | 1.7% |
| United States | $19K | 0.3% |
| Switzerland | $7K | 0.1% |
| Germany | $5K | 0.1% |
| Canada | $4K | 0.1% |
| Philippines | $4K | 0.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Saudi Arabia?
The shipment records behind Saudi Arabia video game console imports (HS 9504.50): companies, dates, quantities and declared values.
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Source: CEPII BACI (reconciled UN Comtrade data), HS 2017 edition, release 202601, Etalab Open Licence 2.0. Annual values in US dollars at the customs border; quantities in tonnes where reported. HS 9504.50: Games: video game consoles and machines, other than those of subheading 9504.30.
Common questions
What is the value of video game console imported by Saudi Arabia?
Saudi Arabia imported video game console worth $281.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 16th of 210 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 9% on 2023.
Which countries supply video game console to Saudi Arabia?
China was the largest supplier with 95% of the value ($268.6 million), followed by the United Kingdom (2%) and Poland (1%). The top three together account for 98%, out of 45 supplier countries in total. Japan grew fastest among the top ten, up 507% on the year.
What is the average import price of video game console per kg?
The average declared import value was about $112.91 per kg in 2024, 15% above the world average of $97.77 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of video game console to Saudi Arabia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $14.3 million in 2017 to $281.8 million in 2024. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $145.2 million a year.
Does Saudi Arabia also export video game console?
Yes. Saudi Arabia exported $6.8 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United Arab Emirates, Poland and China. On balance Saudi Arabia is a net importer of this product, by about $275.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for video game console?
The HS code for video game console is subheading 9504.50. It sits in HS chapter 95 (toys, games and sports requisites; parts and accessories thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 9504 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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