TSMC set to begin production on Apple’s 3nm chips in latter half of 2022
About 30,000 to 35,000 are planned for its 3nm process
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Major chip producer TSMC seems to be on target to start production of its 3nm chips later this year, which is good news forApple’s next-generation processors.
A newDigiTimes Asiareport states that the company is set to manufacture 30,000 to 35,000 wafers using the 3nm process technology. iPads are expected to be the first Apple product outfitted with the chips, according toWccftech, though no specific models have been mentioned.
Apple’s M3 and A17 chips are expected to make their debut in 2023 for iPhone, iPad, and Macs. These chips will offer better performance and improved battery life, and previous rumors indicate that the 3nm chips will feature four dies, which would allow for up to 40 cores. TheApple M1 chip, in contrast, has eight cores while theM1 Pro and M1 Maxhave up to 10 cores.
Analysis: Is TSMC behind schedule?
This new report supportsprevious rumorsconcerning TSMC’s 3nm chip production schedule. However, there was some troubling newsearlier this year, which suggested that the tech giant may be having issues producing the chips.
The semiconductor production process is tricky and it’s not uncommon to have faulty batches as a side effect. Though many of these faulty chips can then be repurposed for lower-powered versions, too many mistakes could be disastrous.
TSMC commands a high position in the semiconductor industry, especially with the semiconductor shortage as it’s able to provide a steady supply of chips to other companies. But if TSMC fails to master its 3nm process, it could impactAMD,Nvidia, and others would need to rely on 5nm tech instead.
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