Intel’s 18A found to be faster but TSMC’s N2 is denser in process node showdown

Intel and TSMC are preparing to launch their 18A and N2 process nodes, respectively, with Intel touting higher performance gains while TSMC emphasizes transistor density. TechInsights’ report shows TSMC’s N2 leading in density at 313 million transistors per square millimeter, while Intel’s 18A boasts architectural advancements like PowerVia for speed and efficiency. Despite TSMC’s efficiency edge and Intel’s production head start for 18A, the competition between the two nodes remains closely matched.

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