Samsung has globally rolled out its 2nm chip, the Exynos 2600. Meanwhile, major manufacturers like Qualcomm, MediaTek, and Apple are also gearing up to incorporate the 2nm process into their next - generation flagship offerings. This shift is poised to cause a substantial surge in chip costs. Among these, the cost of Apple's A20 chip is particularly eye - watering, reaching as high as $280 per unit. This marks an 80% spike compared to its predecessor, the A19, and sets a new benchmark for the single - chip price of mobile phone processors. The A20 chip is crafted using TSMC's 2nm process and stands out as the first to fully implement the Gate - All - Around (GAA) nanosheet transistor technology. While this technology does bring about performance enhancements, several factors have conspired to drive up costs. For instance, the low yield rates during production and the utilization of new materials have contributed to the price hike. Moreover, the A20 has transitioned to the WMCM packaging technology. This move is aimed at improving efficiency and better controlling power consumption. However, the significant investment required for these new technologies has only added to the overall cost.