News & Reviews:   tsmc

As the biggest chip manufacturer in the world, TSMC gets business from big brands like Samsung, Apple, and more. Most of these companies won't encounter issues with TSMC, except some based in China.

In September last year, we reported on how MediaTek will be mass-producing a new mobile processor using TSMC’s 3nm technology in 2024. Now, reliable tipster Digital Chat Station has claimed that this SoC would be the Dimesnity 9400 and gave further alleged details on the processor.

MediaTek has announced its latest mobile processor in China, the Dimensity 7200 Ultra. Built on TSMC’s 4nm process, the chipset is a slightly more powerful version of the Dimensity 7200.

Apple is reportedly going all in with N3, TSMC’s first-generation 3nm process and has secured all available orders for the process’ initial supply. It is believed that the 3nm chips would be powering Apple’s upcoming iPhone 15 series and M3 MacBooks.

MediaTek has announced its latest mobile processor for mid-range smartphones, the MediaTek Dimensity 7200. Focusing on gaming and photography, the SoC features MediaTek HyperEngine 5.0 for better power efficiency and the “flagship-grade” 4nm chip technology.

According to 9to5Mac, the Apple A17 Bionic chip for iPhone 15 series may focus more on battery life rather than processing power improvement. The information comes from a statement made by TSMC's chairman when asked about the company's 3nm chips.

TSMC's 3nm chips will soon enter commercial production this week. As the primary customer of the semiconductor manufacturer, Apple could first use the 3nm chips for upcoming M2 Pro chips that are expected to power the updated MacBook Pro and Mac mini models.

TSMC has reportedly performed better than expected in the industry for the third quarter of 2022. The chip-making company had recorded a 48% increase in revenue, while the others suffered. However, it seems like the company wouldn't achieve the number without its big customer, and it's Apple.

Apple may become the first tech company to use Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co.’s (TSMC) latest 3nm chipmaking technology. In fact, Apple’s iPhones and Macs may use TSMC-produced 3nm chips as early as next year.

Samsung is said to start the mass production for its 3nm chips next week. If it did happen, the Korean tech giant would be ahead of TSMC, which has announced that its production will only start in the second half of 2022.