An alleged leak of a prototype of the Tensor G5 application processor (AP) for the upcoming Pixel 10 has surfaced, raising questions about the chip's manufacturing origin. The Tensor G5 is a significant upgrade as it will be the first Tensor chip designed entirely by Google and manufactured by TSMC, moving away from previous partnerships with Samsung.
The leak, shared by @Jukanlosreve on "X," shows a chip marked as SEC (Samsung), suggesting that Samsung Foundry may have been considered for early versions of the Pixel 10. However, further investigation and concealment of certain details on the chip have added ambiguity to the situation.
While Samsung Foundry has lost ground in the AP market, TSMC's dominance continues to grow, leading to speculation about the decision to opt for TSMC over Samsung for the production of the Tensor G5. The competition between the two foundries adds an intriguing layer to the story.
As the Pixel 10 launch approaches, details about the Tensor G5 and its potential impact on the device are eagerly awaited by enthusiasts and industry analysts alike.
