Intel is no secret that Intel is outsourcing its chip fabrication more and more. Allegedly TSMC has struck a new deal with Intel. The chip foundry is on track with its 3nm process technology to manufacture Intel Core products. Volume production is scheduled for the second half of 2022, according to sources from Digitimes.

DigiTimes alleges that Intel and TSMC have entered into an arrangement. TSMC would be fabbing processors on the pending 3nm fabrication process. There's no word on what models it entails. Apple also has a deal going with TSMC. Volume production is expected to start in the second half of 2022. Even though Digitimes is a reliable source, Intel has not yet commented on the rumors. Intel's soon to become CEO Pat Gelsinger already mentioned they would increasingly use third-party manufacturers, "given the size of the portfolio."

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