TSMC Preferred by Leading Chip Manufacturers
Prominent chip manufacturers including Nvidia, Qualcomm, MediaTek, and various others have opted for TSMC to produce their upcoming top-tier chipsets. These cutting-edge chipsets will be developed using TSMC's sophisticated 3nm process technology.
TSMC Chosen Over Samsung by Qualcomm and MediaTek
Initially, Qualcomm was rumored to be considering 3nm chip supplies from both Samsung and TSMC for the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 SoC. However, according to a new report from China Times, industry behemoths MediaTek and Qualcomm have opted to partner with TSMC for its second-generation 3nm process (N3E). This process is slated for the production of the Dimensity 9400 and Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 chipsets.
Apple's Dependence on TSMC
Apple, a key client for TSMC, is set to leverage its 3nm process line for the forthcoming M series and A series chipsets. Presently, Apple is utilizing TSMC's first-generation 3nm process (N3B) in the A17 Pro processor, which energizes the iPhone 15 Pro series. However, Samsung Foundry is still seeking significant clients for its 3nm chip manufacturing technology.
Shifting Landscape of Chipset Manufacture
Historically, companies like Qualcomm, MediaTek, Apple, and Nvidia have turned to Samsung Foundry for their chipset requirements, albeit not always for flagship processors. With Samsung's introduction of advanced 3nm process technology, it aimed to attract orders from these companies. Nonetheless, the transition to TSMC appears to be progressing slower than expected.
In essence, leading chip manufacturers such as Nvidia, Qualcomm, MediaTek, and Apple are choosing TSMC for the production of their upcoming top-tier chipsets. While Samsung Foundry was initially anticipated to be a strong contender, it has not yet secured major clients for its 3nm chip manufacturing capabilities. TSMC's advanced 3nm process technology is emerging as the preferred option among these industry giants.
