Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC) has revealed its plans for 1.4 nm process technology, setting the stage for the next generation of powerful chipsets. The new technology, which will be used in products from Apple, Nvidia, AMD, and more, will significantly boost processor performance and efficiency.
In chipmaking, “nm” refers to the size of the transistors on the processor. A smaller number means more transistors can fit on a chip, enhancing speed and performance. With the 1.4 nm process, TSMC is promising more powerful processors than those currently in use.
Currently, flagship devices feature 3nm chipsets, such as Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 8 Elite and MediaTek’s Dimensity 9400+, as well as Apple’s A18 Pro, all built using TSMC’s 3nm process. Samsung has also announced its own 1.4 nm chip innovations for its Exynos chipsets, expected to launch in June 2024.
TSMC’s cutting-edge 1.4 nm technology is expected to enter production in 2028. The company claims that the new process will offer a 30% improvement in power handling and a 15% boost in performance, with 60% greater efficiency compared to the current 3 nm process.
Meanwhile, TSMC’s 2 nm chips could start production in late 2025, aligning with Apple and other firms’ plans to incorporate this new technology into their devices. Though the 1.4 nm technology won’t hit the market for a few years, it promises to deliver smartphones and other products that are significantly more powerful and energy-efficient.
