However, it is appears that the company ran into a few snags along the way, primarily because it does not have access to the advanced EUV equipment, which would allow it to pursue the mass production of wafers on a much more sophisticated lithography. However, it needs to find a way past the 7nm ceiling, and according to a new report, SMIC will complete its 5nm chip development in 2025. The result of using older DUV equipment will allow SMIC to reach its 5nm goals, but aside from the increased costs, the yields are said to be a measly one-third […]