The Apple Silicon M1 chip, which powers the latest MacBook Pro, MacBook Air and Mac mini computers, uses TSMC 5nm technology. The results achieved by the said ARM chip are impressive and show the near future of device development, which is facing a significant leap in performance. Growers are also among the first Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company customers to use 5-nm lithography. As it turns out, priority will also apply to another solution based on a 3-nm process. The giant from Cupertino “reserved” an appropriate contract, thanks to which we can expect the presence of the above-mentioned solution in future M series processors.

According to unofficial sources, Apple is the first manufacturer associated with TSMC contract for chips made in a 3-nanometer process.

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Apple Silicon M1 chips based on ARM architecture undoubtedly caused a huge stir in the consumer technology market. The systems based on 5-nm lithography are characterized by above-average efficiency while maintaining a reasonable appetite for energy. For this reason, the majority of computer users with the logo of a bitten apple on the casing plan to switch to the latest models of MacBook Air, MacBook Pro or Mac mini. Especially that their price has not changed much compared to the previous generation. The new M-series processors are expected to hit more devices.

TSMC starts working on 2 nm lithography. 4 nm already in 2023

According to the new information, Apple M series chips made in 3-nm technology can power computers and Apple tablets already in 2022. The possibility of implementing this solution in iPhones is also mentioned. TSMC is preparing for trial production, the aim of which is to develop the capacity at the level of 600 000 pieces per year. We will find out whether the “tests” were successful next year. Of course, we have to wait for confirmation of these reports, which are of an unofficial nature.

Source: Fonearena