TSMC set to begin production on Apples 3nm chips in latter half of 2022

Date:
Fri, 15 Apr 2022 22:43:11 +0000

Description:
A new report states that TSMC is set to begin production of its 3nm chips starting in the second half of 2022.

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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 for Apples next-generation processors.

A new DigiTimes Asia report 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 to Wccftech , though no specific models have been mentioned.

Apples 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. The Apple M1 chip , in contrast, has eight cores while the M1 Pro and M1 Max have up to 10 cores. Analysis: Is TSMC behind schedule?

This new report supports previous rumors concerning TSMCs 3nm chip production schedule. However, there was some troubling news earlier this year , which suggested that the tech giant may be having issues producing the chips.

The semiconductor production process is tricky and its 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 its able to provide a steady supply of chips to other companies. But if TSMC fails to master its 3nm process, it could impact AMD, Nvidia, and others would need to rely on 5nm tech instead. TSMC's new US chip plant facing delay over supplier's boardroom shakeup



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Link to news story: https://www.techradar.com/news/tsmc-set-to-begin-production-on-apples-3nm-chip s-in-later-half-of-2022/


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