Samsung Invests $773 Million in ASML High NA EUV Tools to Challenge TSMC in 2nm Chip Race
Samsung Electronics is making a massive KRW1.1 trillion investment in ASML’s cutting-edge High NA EUV lithography equipment, according to industry reports. The move positions Samsung to compete aggressively with TSMC and Intel in the race toward 2nm semiconductor technology and beyond. Sources indicate this strategic investment could help Samsung close the gap in advanced chip manufacturing capabilities.
Samsung’s Major Semiconductor Equipment Investment
Samsung Electronics is reportedly pouring approximately KRW1.1 trillion (US$773 million) into next-generation chipmaking equipment in what analysts suggest is a strategic move to strengthen its position against semiconductor rivals TSMC and Intel. According to reports, the Korean tech giant plans to deploy ASML’s advanced High NA EUV lithography tools for its 2nm process and beyond, with these advanced chips potentially powering future products including Samsung’s own Exynos 2600 processor and Tesla’s next-generation artificial intelligence hardware.