Nvidia Reportedly Nearing Adoption of Intel's 18A Process Node for Gaming GPUs

Intel is negotiating with Nvidia and Broadcom to secure partnerships for its advanced 1.8nm-class technology, with Nvidia seen as the most likely early adopter.

• Intel's 18A process node, designed for power efficiency and affordability, is being evaluated by Nvidia for potential use in gaming GPUs.
• Analyst Timothy Arcuri reports that Nvidia is closer than Broadcom to committing to Intel's foundry services, signaling a potential breakthrough for Intel's strategy.
• Intel's new CEO, Lip-Bu Tan, is prioritizing foundry services and chip design as part of the company's turnaround efforts to challenge TSMC's dominance.
• The 18A node is a key component of Intel's plan to release five process nodes in five years, aiming to regain leadership in semiconductor manufacturing.
• Further updates on the 18A node and Intel's foundry strategy are expected at the Vision event on March 31 and the Intel Foundry Direct Connect event on April 29.

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