Apple A20 Pro Chip Rumored for iPhone 18 Pro, Price Estimates Questioned

Rumors suggest the Apple A20 Pro chip, built on TSMC's 2nm process, will debut in the iPhone 18 Pro models. However, reported price increases seem unr
Apple A20 Pro Chip Rumored for iPhone 18 Pro, Price Estimates Questioned
The upcoming Apple A20 Pro chip, reportedly built using TSMC's advanced 2nm process, is rumored to be featured in the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max. However, while reports suggest a 70% cost increase for the new chip, these price estimates are being met with skepticism. The A20 Pro's Estimated Cost According to Economic Daily News, the A20 Pro's price is expected to rise from $50 to $85, a 70% increase. However, analysts question this figure, noting that previous-generation chips such as the A17 Pro and A16 Bionic were estimated to cost Apple significantly more ($130 and $110 per unit respectively). Given that TSMC's 2nm wafers are anticipated to cost $30,000, it seems unlikely that Apple would be able to mass-produce the A20 Pro at just $85 per unit. Market research firm TD Cowen's estimate of $45 for the A18 Pro seems equally unrealistic. TSMC's CyberShuttle TSMC is reportedly introducing a new technique called 'CyberShuttle' to reduce costs by al…

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