News & Reviews:   4nm

The hike in RAM costs caused a widespread increase in prices of many consumer electronics. This trend was expected to stay constant or even increase. However, DDR5 RAM prices dipped for the first time in months earlier this week, possibly due to the release of Google TurboQuant. The sudden shift in prices could be why chipmakers may slash chip shipments.

Samsung is reportedly stepping up its game in terms of mobile processors, with the upcoming Samsung Exynos 2400 SoC looking like a world-beater based on the leaks around it. In fact, it may even outperform the iPhone 15 Pro Max’s Apple A17 Pro SoC.

As we’ve shared previously, MediaTek today unveiled its new mid-range mobile processor, the 4nm Dimensity 8300. The successor to the Dimensity 8200, the new chipset offers several upgrades which we will elaborate on below.

The process node for a chipset is a huge factor in its performance and efficiency. This is why 5nm chipsets are more powerful than 7nm ones. Now that you have some context, you'll know why MediaTek's plan for a 4nm chipset is big for the company.

Before Apple launches its new MacBooks, it was believed that the chipset used is the A14X Bionic. Whatever it is, the fact is that the TSMC-manufactured chip is powerful and future chips are only going to get better. Now, sources claim that the A16 chipset could be available as early as late 2021.

As you know, electronics require microchips. TSMC has been a leader in this area has kept ahead of rival Samsung for the past few years. Although Samsung could be ready for the transition to 3nm soon, it looks like major companies like Apple may still choose TSMC for 3nm and even 2nm chips.

Based on a statement by TSMC, it seems that they are currently working on 5nm and 6nm process which will not only increase the performance of the chipset, but also make it much more energy-efficient. But that’s not all, they’ve also confirmed that 3nm and 4nm manufacturing process is currently in development and it is expected to enter mass production somewhere around the year 2022.