Qualcomm confirms it wants to use Samsung's 2nm process

According to a report from GSMArena, Qualcomm is actively exploring the potential integration of Samsung’s 2nm process technology into its future mobile chipsets. Chris Patrick, Qualcomm’s Senior Vice President and Head of Mobile Handsets, reportedly confirmed that the company is conducting in-depth evaluations of Samsung Foundry’s advanced node capabilities. This development follows recent industry speculation regarding a potential shift in Qualcomm’s manufacturing strategy for its high-end Snapdragon mobile processors.

Despite these ongoing discussions, the report clarifies that Qualcomm’s current flagship Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 chips continue to be manufactured by TSMC. The use of TSMC’s foundry services has been a consistent trend for Qualcomm’s premium silicon, which powers a significant portion of the global Android smartphone market. The engagement with Samsung appears to be part of a long-term strategic assessment rather than an immediate change to current production lines.

Industry analysts note that diversifying foundry partners is a common practice for major chip designers to mitigate supply chain risks and leverage specific technical advantages offered by different manufacturers. Samsung’s 2nm process is a critical milestone in the competitive landscape of semiconductor fabrication, as companies race to improve power efficiency and performance for next-generation mobile devices. Qualcomm has not provided a definitive timeline for when, or if, Samsung’s 2nm technology might be utilized in a commercial product.