iPhone 17 Pro will be the First to Have Chipset Built on TSMC’s 2nm Process

Next year’s iPhone 17 Pro will reportedly be the first iPhone to feature a chipset built on TSMC’s 2nm process, according to a new report. TSMC announced its work on the 2nm process back in 2022, and even then, rumors suggested the iPhone 17 Pro would be the first device to utilize this advanced technology.

Although this information is still based on rumors, it adds weight to the speculation. Small-scale production on the 2nm process is expected to begin at TSMC later this year, with mass manufacturing set to start in 2025, aligning perfectly with the iPhone 17 Pro’s anticipated release in the fall of next year.

Earlier reports indicated that Apple had secured the entirety of TSMC’s initial 2nm production capacity, ensuring that the iPhone 17 Pro, as well as future Apple Silicon Macs, will be among the first to benefit from this cutting-edge technology.

Following the 2nm process, TSMC plans to introduce an enhanced version of the 2nm technology towards the end of 2026. Subsequently, the company aims to transition to a 1.4nm process, provided these reports are accurate.

Meanwhile, the iPhone 16 series and iOS 18 are expected to debut later this year with a strong emphasis on AI capabilities. However, the AI processing in these devices will not benefit from the 2nm chips, as those advancements are reserved for next year’s models.

The leap to a 2nm process marks a significant technological milestone for Apple, promising improved performance and efficiency in future devices. As always, the tech community will be closely watching these developments as they unfold.

Published on 06/11/24 10:04 | by Rawa John