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15 chipmakers chase SMIC's 7nm capacity amid China's AI chip race

SMIC · Jul 9, 2026 · DigiTimes
15 chipmakers chase SMIC's 7nm capacity amid China's AI chip race
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The high demand for SMIC's 7nm capacity highlights the intense competition and strategic importance of advanced chip manufacturing within China, driven by the AI sector. This signals potential bottlenecks and increased pricing power for domestic foundries as China seeks self-sufficiency in critical technologies.

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