TSMC Prepares to Accept 2nm Chip Orders as Apple and Qualcomm Plan 2026 Launches

Mass production of TSMC's advanced 2nm chips is on track for late 2025, with Apple and Qualcomm expected to lead adoption in 2026.

TSMC will begin accepting orders for its 2nm N2 node chips starting April 1, 2025, with mass production scheduled for later this year.
Apple is expected to be the first customer, with its 2nm A20 chip likely powering the iPhone 18 series in 2026.
Qualcomm is reportedly planning to release two 2nm-based chipsets in 2026, including a flagship Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 3 processor.
TSMC aims to produce 50,000 2nm wafers per week by the end of 2025, solidifying its leadership in advanced semiconductor manufacturing.
Samsung continues to face challenges with its competing 2nm GAA process, reporting lower yields compared to TSMC's progress.