The USA leads in nominal GDP at over $30 trillion with a per capita GDP exceeding $89,000, while China's economy stands at approximately $19 trillion nominally but ranks first by PPP measures. China targets 4.5-5% growth in 2026 driven by fiscal stimulus and manufacturing dominance, whereas the US maintains steady growth with advantages in high-value sectors like semiconductors and AI.
USA vs China GDP 2026 — Side-by-side comparison on A Versus B
World's largest economy with advanced tech sector and highest per-capita income
Second-largest nominal GDP with highest PPP adjustment, world's manufacturing hub with 1.4 billion population
Nominal GDP Size. GDP Per Capita. Expected Growth Rate 2026. Manufacturing Output Share. Defense Spending. EV Production Dominance. Semiconductor Leadership
The USA maintains a commanding lead in absolute economic size, per capita wealth, and high-tech sectors, while China is catching up through faster growth rates and manufacturing dominance. China's strategic advantages in renewable energy, EVs, and battery production position it as a critical player in the global supply chain, but US export controls on advanced semiconductors limit China's AI capabilities. The competition reflects a bifurcated global economy where the US excels in innovation and services while China dominates in cost-effective manufacturing and scale.
United States Economy: $30.0-30.5 trillion | China Economy: N/A
United States Economy: 17% | China Economy: 70%
United States Economy: ~6% | China Economy: N/A
United States Economy: ~16% | China Economy: 35%
United States Economy: ~3.8-4.0% | China Economy: N/A
Advanced Semiconductor Market Leadership
United States Economy: Dominant (Intel, TSMC partnership, Samsung); controls cutting-edge nodes | China Economy: N/A
United States Economy: 20-25% | China Economy: 70%
United States Economy: Global leader in design and manufacturing | China Economy: Limited by US export controls, advancing in AI adoption
United States Economy: Moderate exposure | China Economy: -0.5 to -2%
United States Economy: 2.2% | China Economy: 4.5-5.0%
United States Economy: $925.8 billion | China Economy: $296.5 billion
United States Economy: $4.18 trillion (2024) | China Economy: $620.1 billion
United States Economy: 0.3-0.5% | China Economy: 0.5-2.0%
United States Economy: 30.0+ | China Economy: $17.9
United States Economy: $4,175 billion | China Economy: $620 billion
United States Economy: $4,481 | China Economy: $525
United States Economy: 6% | China Economy: 82%
United States Economy: Leading edge (3nm and below) | China Economy: Restricted to 7nm+ (export controls)
United States Economy: Minimal negative impact | China Economy: -0.5 to -2.0%
United States Economy: ~10% | China Economy: ~80%
United States Economy: Leading in design and manufacturing | China Economy: Limited by US export controls
United States Economy: Minimal (exporter advantage) | China Economy: $400-800B reduction
United States Economy: 2.0-2.5% | China Economy: 4.6-4.8%
United States Economy: €925.8 billion | China Economy: €296.5 billion
United States Economy: 2.0-2.5% | China Economy: N/A
United States Economy: 25-30% of global EVs | China Economy: 70%
United States Economy: 8-10% | China Economy: 80%+
United States Economy: ~4.0% | China Economy: ~5.2%
United States Economy: $310 billion | China Economy: $680 billion
United States Economy: $4,175,432 million (2024) | China Economy: N/A
United States Economy: €925,796.8 million | China Economy: N/A
United States Economy: $89,000 | China Economy: $13,500
United States Economy: $10,266.8 | China Economy: $5,708.7
United States Economy: $925.8 | China Economy: $296.5
United States Economy: Global market leader | China Economy: N/A
United States Economy: Lower exposure | China Economy: N/A
United States Economy: ~6% of global | China Economy: N/A
United States Economy: €925.8 billion | China Economy: N/A
United States Economy: 2.0-2.5% | China Economy: 4.5-5.0%
United States Economy: 6% | China Economy: 94%
United States Economy: Minimal | China Economy: 0.5-2.0%
United States Economy: 0.4-0.6% | China Economy: 0.2-0.3%
Lithium Iron Phosphate Battery Production
United States Economy: ~15% | China Economy: 94%
United States Economy: $89,000+ | China Economy: N/A
United States Economy: 9% | China Economy: 82%
United States Economy: 0.2-0.4pp | China Economy: 0.5-2.0pp
United States Economy: 0.3-0.5% (from AI investment) | China Economy: N/A
United States Economy: 2.2% | China Economy: 4.2%
Lithium Iron Phosphate Battery Production Share
United States Economy: 4% | China Economy: 94%
United States Economy: 15% | China Economy: 70%
United States Economy: 12% | China Economy: 80%
United States Economy: $50-150B | China Economy: $400-800B
United States Economy: $31.5 trillion | China Economy: $45.78 trillion
United States Economy: 2.1% | China Economy: 6.0%
United States Economy: 1st | China Economy: 2nd
United States Economy: 126% | China Economy: 77%
United States Economy: 335 million | China Economy: 1,426 million
United States Economy: $809 billion | China Economy: $680 billion
United States Economy: ~4.0% | China Economy: ~5.5%
United States Economy: AI, semiconductors, cloud, fintech | China Economy: EV manufacturing, 5G, solar, semiconductors
United States Economy: $35,000-45,000 | China Economy: $16,800 (119,800 yuan)
United States Economy: $94,430 | China Economy: $12,700
United States Economy: $11.1 trillion ahead | China Economy: $11.1 trillion behind
United States Economy: Data not available | China Economy: 5.0%
United States Economy: Data not available | China Economy: 6.1%
United States Economy: ~25-26% of global GDP | China Economy: ~16-17% of global GDP
United States Economy: Data not available | China Economy: 0.9% CPI
United States Economy: 1st | China Economy: N/A
United States Economy: 1st (maintained) | China Economy: N/A
United States Economy: ~1.8% | China Economy: N/A
United States Economy: 26.2% | China Economy: N/A
United States Economy: Not specified | China Economy: N/A
United States Economy: $28.0 trillion | China Economy: N/A
United States Economy: $85,000 | China Economy: N/A
United States Economy: $27.4 trillion | China Economy: $18.7 trillion
United States Economy: €10,217,935.3 million | China Economy: N/A
United States Economy: $3,981 | China Economy: €467
United States Economy: 44.5 | China Economy: N/A
United States Economy: ~2.8% | China Economy: N/A
United States Economy: 1 EUR = 1.1797 USD | China Economy: N/A
United States Economy: 2.0-2.4% | China Economy: 3-4%
United States Economy: 2.0% | China Economy: Data not available
United States Economy: $96,500+ | China Economy: $14,800+
United States Economy: $11.53 trillion lead | China Economy: 36% smaller than US
United States Economy: $27.23 trillion | China Economy: N/A
United States Economy: 122.27% | China Economy: N/A
United States Economy: 37.74% | China Economy: N/A
United States Economy: $925.8 billion | China Economy: N/A
United States Economy: 3.5% | China Economy: N/A
United States Economy: 336 million | China Economy: 1,420 million
United States Economy: 2.8% | China Economy: N/A
United States Economy: 11.8% | China Economy: 27%
United States Economy: 25.5% | China Economy: 14.3%
United States Economy: 38.5 years | China Economy: 38.8 years
United States Economy: $27.4 trillion | China Economy: N/A
United States Economy: $27.4 trillion | China Economy: $17.9 trillion
United States Economy: 4.2% | China Economy: N/A
United States Economy: 2.9% | China Economy: N/A
United States Economy: $156 billion | China Economy: N/A
United States Economy: 167 companies | China Economy: N/A
United States Economy: 11.2% | China Economy: N/A
United States Economy: $27.4T | China Economy: $17.9T
United States Economy: 2.1% | China Economy: 5.2%
United States Economy: $82,000 | China Economy: $12,500
United States Economy: $0.13T | China Economy: $3.4T
United States Economy: 4.1% | China Economy: 5.3%
United States Economy: 12% | China Economy: 31%
United States Economy: $15.2T (Apple, Microsoft, Google, Amazon, Nvidia, Tesla, Broadcom) | China Economy: $4.8T (Alibaba, Tencent, Meituan weighted total)
United States Economy: 38.9 years | China Economy: 37.4 years (projected 53 by 2050)
United States Economy: $2.1 trillion | China Economy: $3.6 trillion
United States Economy: $82,000 | China Economy: $12,700
United States Economy: 2.8% | China Economy: 5.0%
United States Economy: $2.4 trillion | China Economy: N/A
United States Economy: $285 billion (2023) | China Economy: $189B
United States Economy: $81,500 | China Economy: N/A
United States Economy: 4.1% | China Economy: N/A
United States Economy: 123% | China Economy: N/A
United States Economy: $62,400 | China Economy: N/A
United States Economy: 339 million | China Economy: N/A
United States Economy: 65% | China Economy: N/A
United States Economy: 2.5% | China Economy: 5.0%
United States Economy: $87,000 | China Economy: $13,500
United States Economy: 129% | China Economy: 282%
United States Economy: 3.5% | China Economy: $652 billion
United States Economy: 2.1% | China Economy: N/A
United States Economy: $80,412 | China Economy: N/A
United States Economy: 16.3% | China Economy: N/A
United States Economy: 123% | China Economy: 77%
United States Economy: $12.8 trillion | China Economy: $4.2 trillion
United States Economy: 335 million | China Economy: 1,420 million
United States Economy: 21% of electricity | China Economy: 18%
United States Economy: 144 companies | China Economy: 142 companies
United States Economy: $2.1 trillion | China Economy: $3.8 trillion
United States Economy: 16% | China Economy: 28%
United States Economy: 80.1% | China Economy: 54.8%
United States Economy: $346 billion | China Economy: $163 billion
United States Economy: $31.2 trillion | China Economy: $22.8 trillion
United States Economy: -$73 billion deficit | China Economy: N/A
United States Economy: 4.1% | China Economy: 5.1%
United States Economy: $-$73 billion | China Economy: +$632 billion (surplus)
United States Economy: 123% | China Economy: 282%
United States Economy: $2.3T | China Economy: $1,230 billion
United States Economy: 2.5% | China Economy: N/A
United States Economy: 11.5% | China Economy: N/A
United States Economy: $820 billion | China Economy: N/A
United States Economy: 615,000 | China Economy: 1,542,000
United States Economy: $27.4 trillion | China Economy: $28.3 trillion
United States Economy: 8.2% | China Economy: 14.8%
United States Economy: $28.0 trillion | China Economy: $35.5 trillion
United States Economy: -$773 billion (deficit) | China Economy: +$632 billion (surplus)
United States Economy: $285 billion | China Economy: $189 billion
United States Economy: 2.5% | China Economy: 5.1%
United States Economy: -$73.1 billion | China Economy: N/A
United States Economy: +0.4% (growing) | China Economy: N/A
United States Economy: 11% | China Economy: $4.2 trillion
United States Economy: 2.4% | China Economy: N/A
United States Economy: $63,400 | China Economy: $11,500
United States Economy: 0.38 million | China Economy: N/A
United States Economy: $7.25 | China Economy: N/A
United States Economy: 21% | China Economy: N/A
United States Economy: 8.7% | China Economy: N/A
United States Economy: $809 billion | China Economy: $696 billion
United States Economy: 12.8% | China Economy: 28.4%
United States Economy: 9.8% | China Economy: N/A
United States Economy: $42.8 trillion | China Economy: $15.2 trillion
United States Economy: 16.5% | China Economy: 28.3%
United States Economy: $7.1 trillion | China Economy: $6.8 trillion
United States Economy: 11.8% | China Economy: N/A
Foreign Direct Investment Inflows (2024)
United States Economy: $285B | China Economy: $163B
United States Economy: 63.0% | China Economy: N/A
Tech Sector Market Capitalization (Top 7 Companies)
United States Economy: $14.2 trillion | China Economy: $2.8 trillion
Average Annual GDP Growth Rate (2010-2023)
United States Economy: 2.4% | China Economy: 6.8%
United States Economy: $28.2 trillion | China Economy: $31.6 trillion
United States Economy: 26% of world GDP | China Economy: 16% of world GDP
United States Economy: $285 billion | China Economy: $163 billion
United States Economy: 0.41 | China Economy: N/A
United States Economy: 17.3% | China Economy: N/A
United States Economy: -$773 billion | China Economy: +$821 billion surplus
United States Economy: 398,144 | China Economy: 687,231
United States Economy: $285 billion annually | China Economy: $163 billion
United States Economy: 170 million workers | China Economy: 920 million
United States Economy: $28.7 trillion | China Economy: $17.9 trillion
United States Economy: $12.4 trillion | China Economy: $3.8 trillion
United States Economy: 16% | China Economy: 29%
United States Economy: 615,000 | China Economy: 1,820,000
United States Economy: 2.6% | China Economy: 0.2%
United States Economy: $130 billion | China Economy: $3.2 trillion
United States Economy: $76,398 | China Economy: $23,741
United States Economy: 11.2% | China Economy: 28.5%
United States Economy: 415,000 | China Economy: 1,200,000
United States Economy: $41.2 trillion | China Economy: $11.3 trillion
United States Economy: $120,000 | China Economy: $38,000
United States Economy: $76,398 | China Economy: $12,800
United States Economy: 680 GW | China Economy: 1,480 GW
United States Economy: 12% | China Economy: N/A
United States Economy: 32.4% | China Economy: N/A
United States Economy: 16.9% | China Economy: N/A
United States Economy: 21.6% | China Economy: N/A
United States Economy: $12.5 trillion | China Economy: $4.2 trillion
United States Economy: $32 trillion | China Economy: $24 trillion
United States Economy: 80% | China Economy: N/A
United States Economy: 26% | China Economy: 17%
United States Economy: $27.9 trillion | China Economy: $31.7 trillion
United States Economy: 31% | China Economy: N/A
United States Economy: $189 billion | China Economy: N/A
United States Economy: 4.2% | China Economy: 5.2%
United States Economy: 3.4% | China Economy: 2.1%
United States Economy: $68.40 | China Economy: N/A
United States Economy: $119 billion | China Economy: N/A
Annual GDP Growth Rate (2020-2026 Average)
United States Economy: 2.4% | China Economy: 5.1%
United States Economy: 195 companies | China Economy: N/A
United States Economy: 38 years | China Economy: 38.4 years
United States Economy: 285,000 | China Economy: 142,000
United States Economy: 18% | China Economy: 60%
United States Economy: 3.5% | China Economy: 2.4%
United States Economy: 3.4% | China Economy: 28%
United States Economy: 0.84 million | China Economy: 1.59 million
United States Economy: 13.3% | China Economy: 15.8%
United States Economy: 129% | China Economy: 77%
United States Economy: $840 billion | China Economy: $369 billion
United States Economy: 8.2% | China Economy: N/A
United States Economy: 26.4% | China Economy: N/A
United States Economy: $83,250 | China Economy: $12,720
United States Economy: $7.2 trillion | China Economy: $8.1 trillion
United States Economy: $28.2T | China Economy: $35.4T
United States Economy: 11.4% | China Economy: 29.2%
United States Economy: 3.45% | China Economy: 2.89%
United States Economy: $12.4 trillion | China Economy: $4.2 trillion
United States Economy: $28.7 trillion | China Economy: $36.7 trillion
United States Economy: $2.1 trillion | China Economy: $1.6 trillion
United States Economy: $285 billion | China Economy: $139 billion
United States Economy: 0.34 billion | China Economy: 1.4 billion
United States Economy: 1.8% | China Economy: N/A
United States Economy: 8.1% | China Economy: 12.3%
United States Economy: 127% | China Economy: N/A
United States Economy: $12.4 trillion | China Economy: $2.8 trillion
United States Economy: 58% | China Economy: N/A
United States Economy: $350 billion | China Economy: N/A
United States Economy: 21x (S&P 500) | China Economy: N/A
United States Economy: 12% of global exports | China Economy: 14.2%
United States Economy: $82,100 | China Economy: $12,720
United States Economy: $2,100 billion | China Economy: N/A
United States Economy: $2,300 billion | China Economy: N/A
United States Economy: 12.1% | China Economy: 12.4%
United States Economy: 48% | China Economy: N/A
United States Economy: $28.2T | China Economy: $17.9T
United States Economy: $86,000 | China Economy: $12,720
United States Economy: 289,000 | China Economy: 385,000
United States Economy: 2.1% | China Economy: 5.3%
United States Economy: $33.7 trillion | China Economy: $13.2 trillion
United States Economy: $28.8 trillion | China Economy: $17.9 trillion
United States Economy: 2.4% | China Economy: 0.2%
United States Economy: #1 (New York) | China Economy: N/A
United States Economy: $27.7 trillion | China Economy: $35.7 trillion
United States Economy: $0.13 trillion | China Economy: $3.2 trillion
United States Economy: $82,100 | China Economy: $13,100
United States Economy: 1.4% | China Economy: N/A
United States Economy: 72.8 | China Economy: N/A
United States Economy: N/A | China Economy: 4.2%
United States Economy: N/A | China Economy: $220 billion
United States Economy: N/A | China Economy: $189 billion
United States Economy: N/A | China Economy: 4.6-4.8%
United States Economy: N/A | China Economy: 80%+
United States Economy: N/A | China Economy: $400-800B
United States Economy: N/A | China Economy: 4.7%
United States Economy: N/A | China Economy: 80%
United States Economy: N/A | China Economy: Limited by US export controls
United States Economy: N/A | China Economy: $17.9 trillion
Foreign Direct Investment Inflows (Annual)
United States Economy: N/A | China Economy: $163.5 billion
United States Economy: N/A | China Economy: 28% (diversified)
United States Economy: N/A | China Economy: $12,700
United States Economy: N/A | China Economy: 5.0%
United States Economy: N/A | China Economy: 5.1%
United States Economy: N/A | China Economy: 28%
United States Economy: N/A | China Economy: 14%
United States Economy: N/A | China Economy: 282%
United States Economy: N/A | China Economy: +$631 billion (surplus)
United States Economy: N/A | China Economy: 8.7%
United States Economy: N/A | China Economy: 1,750,000
United States Economy: N/A | China Economy: 2nd largest exporter (after USA)
United States Economy: N/A | China Economy: $3.6T
United States Economy: N/A | China Economy: 8-10%
United States Economy: N/A | China Economy: 30 million
United States Economy: N/A | China Economy: 38.4 years
United States Economy: N/A | China Economy: $1,540 billion
United States Economy: N/A | China Economy: $12.3 trillion
United States Economy: N/A | China Economy: 5.2%
United States Economy: N/A | China Economy: 20.6%
United States Economy: N/A | China Economy: $28.7T
United States Economy: N/A | China Economy: $163B
United States Economy: N/A | China Economy: $90 billion
United States Economy: N/A | China Economy: 2.1%
United States Economy: N/A | China Economy: 47%
United States Economy: N/A | China Economy: $3.6 trillion
United States Economy: N/A | China Economy: 0.8%
United States Economy: N/A | China Economy: 1,570,000
United States Economy: N/A | China Economy: +$632 billion
United States Economy: N/A | China Economy: +0.4%
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Which country has a higher GDP value, the US or China?
As of 2024, the United States holds the world's highest nominal GDP at approximately $28.8 trillion, compared to China's $18.5 trillion. However, when measured by Purchasing Power Parity (PPP), China actually surpasses the US, reflecting lower domestic price levels. The gap in nominal GDP remains significant, with the US leading by roughly $10 trillion. Economists project China could match or exceed US nominal GDP somewhere between 2035 and 2050, depending on growth trajectories, currency fluctuations, and geopolitical developments.
Is China's GDP better than the US GDP in terms of growth rate?
China's GDP growth rate is significantly higher than that of the United States, making it 'better' by that specific measure. China consistently posts annual growth rates of 4–6%, while the US typically grows at 2–3%. However, the US GDP reflects a more mature, consumption-driven economy with higher per-capita income and stronger institutional stability. China's rapid growth is partly attributed to its developing economy status. Whether one is 'better' depends entirely on the metric — total size favors the US, while growth speed favors China.
How do US and China GDP figures affect global trade and investment decisions?
US and China GDP figures are critical benchmarks for global trade and investment decisions. Investors monitor both economies because together they account for over 40% of world GDP. A strong US GDP signals robust consumer demand, attracting foreign direct investment and supporting dollar-denominated assets. China's GDP growth drives commodity demand, manufacturing supply chains, and emerging market exports. Multinationals use these figures to allocate resources, assess market entry strategies, and hedge currency risks. Slowdowns in either economy can trigger global market volatility, affecting supply chains, interest rates, and trade flows worldwide.
What is the current state of US GDP vs China GDP heading into 2026?
Heading into 2026, the US GDP is projected to reach approximately $30–31 trillion, maintaining its lead in nominal terms. China's GDP is forecast at around $19–20 trillion nominally, though growth may face headwinds from real estate sector stress, demographic challenges, and trade tensions with Western nations. The IMF and World Bank both project the US will retain its top nominal GDP ranking through at least 2030. Meanwhile, China continues to dominate in PPP-adjusted comparisons. The gap between the two economies remains a defining feature of the global economic landscape entering 2026.
How does US GDP per capita compare to China GDP per capita?
The difference in GDP per capita between the US and China is stark. The United States reports a nominal GDP per capita of approximately $85,000–$87,000, ranking among the world's highest. China's GDP per capita stands at roughly $13,000–$14,000 nominally, reflecting its massive 1.4 billion population base. Even on a PPP-adjusted basis, China's per-capita figure reaches around $24,000–$25,000, still well below the US level. This gap highlights that while China's total economy is large, individual living standards and purchasing power remain considerably lower than those of American citizens.
How to Choose Between United States Economy and China Economy
Nominal GDP Size: United States Economy has $30+ trillion, while China Economy has $19 trillion.
GDP Per Capita: United States Economy has $89,000+, while China Economy has $13,500 (est.).
Expected Growth Rate 2026: United States Economy has 2-2.5%, while China Economy has 4.5-5%.
Manufacturing Output Share: United States Economy has ~15% global, while China Economy has 35% global.
Defense Spending: United States Economy has $925.8 billion, while China Economy has $296.5 billion.
EV Production Dominance: United States Economy has ~20% global, while China Economy has 70% global.
Semiconductor Leadership: United States Economy has Advanced chip design & production, while China Economy has Limited by US export controls.
United States Economy is better than China Economy
The USA leads in nominal GDP at over $30 trillion with a per capita GDP exceeding $89,000, while China's economy stands at approximately $19 trillion nominally but ranks first by PPP measures. China targets 4.5-5% growth in 2026 driven by fiscal stimulus and manufacturing dominance, whereas the US m