10.22.2025
The 2 nanometer chip fabrication technology expected in the iPhone 18 A20 processor is expected to cost 50% more to manufacture, but given history Apple is not likely to pass
Processor wafers — image credit: TSMC
Back in September 2024, it was reported that manufacturer TSMC was working on the new 2nm processor for the iPhone 18 — and that it would be expensive. There was no indication of how much more costly it would be, but there was a presumption that the price would mean Apple would limit this processor to the iPhone 18 Pro models.
Now according to China Times, that price increase will be at least 50%. Significantly, not even Apple's enormous buying power will get it any discount.
Rumor Score: 🤔 Possible
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