Samsung Confirms Mass Production Of 3nm GAA Chips For Various Clients, Including Mobile, With Stable Yields Throughout The Quarter

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Samsung announced its 3nm GAA process last year, but the initial months may have been focused on stabilizing yields of a manufacturing process that could go ‘toe to toe’ with TSMC. Now, during its first quarter results of 2023, the company stated that it is experiencing stable yields and will be able to provide its technology to a wide range of customers, including mobile SoC clients.

Despite reporting an operating profit drop of 96 percent, which was the biggest financial hit the Korean giant saw in 14 years, Samsung still has positive news to report regarding its foundry business. The company’s press release states the following, with additional emphasis placed on the second-generation 3nm GAA technology, with mass production aimed for 2024.

“The Foundry Business is mass producing the 1st generation 3nm process by applying GAA technology, with yields remaining stable into and throughout the quarter. It is also developing the second-generation process and is focused on securing new orders from key customers who need high-performance, low-power characteristics in mobile and HPC applications, aiming for mass production in 2024.”

Samsung also stated in its earnings report that it would eventually expand towards the advancement of 2nm chips, but it needs to make meaningful strides with the 3nm GAA process first. Previously published information mentioned that this cutting-edge node will be reserved for cryptocurrency miners. However, as TSMC focuses on its own 3nm volume production, Samsung likely wants to secure as many clients as possible by impressing them with its 3nm GAA samples.

According to the manufacturer, its latest technology can deliver up to 23 percent better performance and up to 45 percent high power efficiency