Qualcomm has established a dual sourcing arrangement with Samsung and TSMC for its Snapdragon 8 Elite 2nd generation chip, intended for Galaxy devices. Samsung will manufacture the chip on a 2nm node at its Hwaseong S3 factory, starting production of one thousand 12-inch wafers per month. The chips are likely to appear in devices like Galaxy Z Fold8 and Z Flip8. Meanwhile, TSMC will produce a 3nm version, while Samsung also gears up for XR headset chips. This move signifies Qualcomm's confidence in Samsung's foundry capabilities, while TSMC's 2nm plans face delays.
Qualcomm's dual sourcing for its Snapdragon 8 Elite 2nd generation from both Samsung and TSMC showcases a strategic move to leverage advanced chip manufacturing capabilities.
With Samsung producing under a 2nm node and TSMC employing a 3nm process, Qualcomm is diversifying its production to meet future technological demands.
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