TSMC’s difficulties in producing 3nm chips have forced Apple to rethink its performance targets for future SoCs. Apple, the sole buyer of Taiwanese 3nm chips, is waiting for a decision from the semiconductor giant. If improvements cannot be made, Apple may have to compromise on the performance of the A17 chip.
Performance issues may also apply to Apple’s M3 processors, which are designed for future Macs. Industry experts think that Apple may prioritize energy efficiency over pure performance in the A17 Bionic and M3 chips.
Source: Ferra
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