Apple Boosts A18 Chip Orders in Anticipation of High iPhone 16 Demand
How many A18 chips has Apple ordered from TSMC?
Apple has ordered between 90 million and 100 million A18 chips from TSMC for its upcoming iPhone 16 lineup, according to a report from Taiwanese outlet CTEE. This is an increase from last year's initial chip order volume for the iPhone 15 series, which is believed to have been in the region of 80-90 million units.
What was the initial chip order for the iPhone 15 series?
The initial chip order volume for the iPhone 15 series launch is believed to have been in the region of 80-90 million units1.
Why is Apple anticipating higher demand for the iPhone 16?
Apple is anticipating higher demand for the iPhone 16 due to the introduction of Apple Intelligence in iOS 18, which is expected to boost initial sales. This feature requires at least an iPhone 15 Pro to run, meaning owners of iPhone 15 and iPhone 15 Plus will need to upgrade to access Apple's new AI features. Additionally, all four iPhone 16 models are expected to use A18-branded chips manufactured using the N3E process, offering improved performance and efficiency.