Apple has begun mass production of its next-generation M5 chips, designed to power future MacBook Pro, iPad Pro, and Vision Pro models. The M5 chips are expected to feature significant advancements in artificial intelligence (AI) capabilities, thanks to a new manufacturing process that enhances performance in this area.
The chips are being produced by TSMC, with assembly handled by ASE, Amkor, and JCET. The first chips have already been completed at ASE, with the other companies expected to follow shortly. The M5 chips will initially be available in a standard configuration, with Pro, Max, and Ultra variants planned for later release.
Apple is rumored to be using a new chip packaging process for the M5 chips, which separates the CPU and GPU for improved performance and production yield, particularly in AI processing. The M5 chips are also expected to be more energy-efficient and generate less heat, enabling longer periods of high performance without thermal throttling.