China vs US GDP
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Short Answer
The US has the world's largest nominal GDP at $28.8 trillion vs China's $19.5 trillion. However, by purchasing power parity (PPP), China has already surpassed the US at $35.3 trillion. The US leads in GDP per capita ($84,000 vs $13,800) while China grows faster (4.5% vs 2.4%).
Our Verdict
The US leads in nominal GDP and per-capita wealth. China leads in PPP-adjusted GDP and growth rate. Most economists now doubt China will overtake the US in nominal GDP this decade due to demographic and property market challenges.
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Key Differences at a Glance
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Nominal GDP: US GDP wins ($28.8 Trillion vs $19.5 Trillion)
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GDP (PPP): China GDP wins ($35.3 Trillion vs $28.8 Trillion)
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GDP Per Capita: US GDP wins ($84,000 vs $13,800)
Key Facts & Figures
| Metric | China GDP | US GDP | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nominal GDP(USD Trillion) | $19.5T | $28.8T | -32% |
| GDP (PPP)(USD Trillion) | $35.3T | $28.8T | +23% |
| GDP Per Capita (Nominal)(USD) | $13,800 | $84,000 |
Key Differences
China GDP
Attribute
US GDP
$19.5 Trillion
Nominal GDP
$28.8 Trillion🏆
$35.3 Trillion🏆
GDP (PPP)
$28.8 Trillion
$13,800
GDP Per Capita
$84,000🏆
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