Apple M3 and Other Devices to Be Mass Produced on TSMC's 3nm

Urian B., Tech Times 11 April 2023, 12:04 am

With rumors of Apple's next lineup of MacBooks on the horizon, tech enthusiasts everywhere have been eager for news about what to expect from the new devices. Now, sources have determined that Apple's upcoming laptops will have smaller and larger sizes available and could also be powered by TSMC's N3E process.

Apple to Utilize TSMC's Improved N3E Process for Upcoming MacBooks

According to the story by Wccf Tech, the N3E process is said to be an improved version of TSMC's N3 process which is the first offering for clients as they transition to 3nm technology.

As the first company to utilize 3nm technology, Apple has reportedly secured TSMC's entire supply to ensure that its new devices' processors are of the highest quality and performance.

This year is set to be one of the most exciting for Apple fans, with the technology giant tipped to announce a variety of exciting new devices. The show's star will likely be the new range of MacBooks, which will utilize TSMC's improved N3E process.

Apple Makes the Transition to 3Nm Technology with N3E Process

It is an exciting new step forward for the tech giant, and with it comes great potential for improved performance and superior power efficiency. The N3E is said to be an improved version of the initial N3 process, which is the first offering from TSMC as the industry transitions to 3nm technology.

Apple has taken the step to jump straight to the second iteration of the process and will install the new chipset into the upcoming 15-inch and smaller MacBook Air laptops, as also expanded in an article by China Times.

While this has yet to be officially confirmed, an earlier rumor had stated that the A17 Bionic and M3 were set to be fabricated on TSMC's 3nm N3 process. However, the report states that N3E will be utilized instead.

Apple's Transition to N3E Process Signals its Future Direction

The beefed-up performance and improved power efficiency of the N3E technology offered by TSMC allow Apple to push forward into the future with some of the most advanced computing devices on the market.

It's been said that the Taiwanese firm will supply its entire supply of N3E to Apple, which could make them the first company in the world to release an SoC based on such advanced manufacturing, as also noted in an article by Tech Radar.

Furthermore, the Nikkei and China Times have reported on this potential new development enthusiastically, further igniting the already passionate Apple fanbase. So, while the official announcement is still some time away, Apple's transition to the improved N3E process indicates the future direction the tech giant may be headed in.

It is likely that the new products, which could include the new MacBook Air, will grace the company's loyal customer base with their arrival in the latter half of this year. Of course, as with any rumors, this should all be taken with a pinch of salt, but from the looks of it, Apple is set to take its fans on an exciting journey this year.