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Apple’s Next-Gen A20 Chip May Drive Up iPhone Costs With 2nm Production

Apple’s transition to 2nm chip technology with the A20 processor may come with significant cost increases. Industry reports suggest the advanced manufacturing process could make the A20 Apple’s most expensive component yet, potentially affecting which iPhone 18 models receive the new chip.

Advanced Manufacturing Comes at a Premium

Apple’s forthcoming A20 chip, expected to debut in the iPhone 18 lineup next year, could represent a substantial cost increase for the tech giant, according to industry reports. The processor is anticipated to be the first widely available chip built on TSMC’s 2-nanometer manufacturing process, marking a significant leap from the current 3nm technology used in Apple’s recent A-series processors.