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TSMC will start trial production of 2nm chips at its Baoshan plant next week, with plans to integrate these advanced semiconductors into Apple's iPhone 17 and M5 chip.
Apple Targets iPhone 17 with 2nm Chipsets
According to ET News, TSMC, an Apple supplier, will start producing 2nm process chips in its Baoshan plant in northern Taiwan next week for testing purposes.
The testing phase's equipment and components were brought to the facility in the second quarter, and it already holds them.
Next year, Apple intends to use 2nm semiconductors in its products; the iPhone 17 series may be the first to include the cutting-edge chipsets. If you are unaware, the 2nm technology will enable a greater density of transistors in a smaller area, leading to more efficient use of power and quicker data transfers.
M5 Chip to Enhance Battery and Performance
Notebooks and iPads would benefit greatly from the M5 chip's reduced battery usage and improved performance capabilities over the M4 chip.
When compared to existing devices based on a 3nm node, WCCFTECH predicts a performance boost of 10–15% and a power reduction of up to 30%. The A18 Pro chip in the iPhone 17 Pro series is expected to offer similar performance enhancements.
Please be patient as TSMC processes these chips; they are still in the early stages of testing. Plans from the supplier are now on track, but there is a chance of a delay if there are problems with the chips or the manufacturing process.
These may lead to Apple experiencing supply restrictions, which could result in a few weeks or months of product delays.
TSMC's Revenue Tied to Apple's 2nm Chip Orders
According to early sources, the chip provider is aiming to achieve steady yields before beginning mass production next year, and TSMC intends to do the same.
The long term would be favorable for TSMC since higher yields would result in better supplies for Apple and on-time delivery. Additionally, the iPhone maker isn't the only supplier that TSMC has to control.
The supplier has a lot riding on Apple's decision to limit orders of 2nm chips since the company is TSMC's most valuable customer and a key source of revenue.
