The A17 chip designed for the iPhone 15 prioritizes improved battery life over raw processing power

Reports suggest that the A17 chip, anticipated for use in the iPhone 15, may prioritize improvements in battery life over processing power. According to 9to5Google, when discussing the 3nm manufacturing process slated for the iPhone 15, Apple chip manufacturer TSMC (Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company) emphasized power efficiency more than raw performance.

TSMC has been at the forefront of shrinking semiconductor processes. The report indicates that next year's iPhone 15 and upcoming Macs featuring the new M2 Pro chip are expected to adopt the company's 3nm manufacturing process.

In contrast to Samsung, which achieved 3nm production six months earlier, TSMC recently announced the commencement of mass production for its 3nm chips, expected to outperform the 5nm chips found in the latest Pro iPhone models.

TSMC predicts that the 3nm technology will yield end products with a collective market value of $1.5 trillion within five years of reaching volume production. Additionally, the chip manufacturer is expanding its 3nm production capacity in Taiwan and establishing a 3nm facility in the United States, specifically in Arizona.

Furthermore, it has been reported that the iPhone 15 series will comprise four models with more noticeable feature distinctions compared to the iPhone 14. Importantly, all these models will come equipped with USB-C charging ports.