Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co. (TSMC) confirmed it will begin volume production of its 2-nanometer (2nm) chips in the fourth quarter of 2025. The world's leading chipmaker announced the update via its website, signaling it has successfully met the roadmap for this next-generation technology.
TSMC centers 2nm production at its Fab 22 in Kaohsiung. The process utilizes nanosheet transistor technology. The company describes the new 2nm process as the industry's most advanced for both transistor density and energy efficiency.
Compared to the existing 3nm (N3E) process, the 2nm chips deliver significant performance gains. They offer a 10-15% speed improvement while maintaining the same power level. Alternatively, the chips provide a 25-30% reduction in power consumption at the same speed.
This advancement is crucial for energy-efficient computing. TSMC specifically targets artificial intelligence (AI) and mobile applications with the new process.