BIDU(US:BIDU) Guan Cha Zhe Wang·2026-01-16 09:19Core Insights - Physical AI is a key area of global technological competition, with Chinese companies emerging as leaders in the field of humanoid robots, automotive applications, and other physical AI patents [1][3] - According to a recent analysis, China ranks first globally in terms of comprehensive strength in patent applications, followed closely by the United States [1][3] - Major Chinese tech firms such as Baidu, Huawei, and Tencent lead in patent scores, while China Ping An Insurance ranks sixth [1][4] Patent Rankings - The analysis ranks Baidu, Huawei, and Tencent as the top three companies in the field of Physical AI, with scores of 4126, 3645, and 3043 respectively [4] - Samsung Electronics from South Korea ranks fourth with a score of 2734, followed by NVIDIA (2154) and China Ping An Insurance (1881) [4] - Other notable companies include Intel (1543), LG Electronics (1393), Alphabet (1325), and the Chinese Academy of Sciences (835) [4] Industry Context - The analysis indicates that while Chinese companies have a strong patent quantity, they still lag behind U.S. competitors like Intel, NVIDIA, and Alphabet in terms of patent quality [1][3] - The shift towards AI technologies is emphasized in China's 14th Five-Year Plan, which highlights the importance of high-quality development and technological advancement [4] - The CES 2024 showcased various Physical AI applications, indicating a competitive landscape among tech companies from China, the U.S., and South Korea [5] Future Developments - The Chinese government is actively supporting Physical AI as a national strategy, with plans to enhance AI integration across various industrial sectors by 2025 [5][6] - The application of AI in industrial enterprises is projected to rise significantly, with a forecasted increase from 9.6% in 2024 to 47.5% in 2025 [7] - China has established over 7000 advanced smart factories, demonstrating significant progress in the integration of AI and manufacturing [7]