Samsung’s 3nm Process Challenges TSMC
Tired of hearing about TSMC dominating advanced semiconductor technology? Well, prepare to get excited about Samsung making big strides in the space, as the South Korean company looks to challenge and surpass the Taiwanese titan. This is big news for gamers, as it could help alleviate the burden of higher prices caused by a limited supply of advanced chips.
While it’s usually the case that the most expensive products use the latest and greatest chips and wafers, that’s partly due to limited capacity. When one manufacturer can make all the chips, and the demand for advanced wafer starts is skyrocketing, it leads to higher prices for chips and wafers.
Companies with deeper pockets, such as Apple, can essentially secure most of the available capacity, leaving others at a disadvantage. This leads to higher prices for products from companies like AMD and Nvidia, which ultimately trickles down to you, the consumer.
TSMC is dominating right now, but a competitive Samsung can help alleviate that burden.
Speaking of costs, while they may not directly impact end product prices, there is definitely a correlation. If AMD, Nvidia, or Intel can gain Gaming market share, we could see a competitive market with more affordable products.
In the GPU market, having competitive products like Nvidia RTX 50, AMD RX 8000, and Intel Arc A800 could lead to a price war, and get you cheaper options for your next gaming PC. Well, the same applies to CPU manufacturing, where a competitive Samsung challenges TSMC’s monopoly on advanced chip making capabilities.
Samsung vs TSMC in the 3nm Space
Here’s a quick rundown of Samsung vs TSMC in the 3nm space:
Samsung’s 3nm yields are around 60%, which is much better than TSMC’s 55% yield. It’s reasonable to assume that as nodes mature, yields tend to increase (not always the case, but it’s a good general rule), and Samsung’s 4nm yield is at 75%, slightly lower than TSMC’s 80%.
Losing a big customer like Nvidia to TSMC hurt Samsung, and it looks like they’re ready to win them back by competing with TSMC. This is great news for gamers and consumers alike, as more competition means better products at better prices.
Check out the latest on the Samsung vs TSMC battle in the following articles:
Staying informed about these advancements and their potential impact is crucial for gamers and tech enthusiasts alike.
