Google Pixel 11 to debut first 2nm smartphone chip and new modem
▼ Summary
– Google’s Tensor G6 chipset in the Pixel 11 series will be the first smartphone chip to use TSMC’s 2nm process, ahead of Qualcomm, MediaTek, and Apple.
– The Pixel 11 family is confirmed for an August 12 unveiling, while competing chipsets are expected in devices announced in September.
– An FCC filing reveals the Pixel 11 Pro Fold will use MediaTek’s M90 modem instead of Samsung’s Exynos Modem.
– The M90 modem supports 5G speeds up to 12GBps, satellite connectivity, and dual active 5G SIMs.
– The switch to MediaTek modems is expected to improve connectivity reliability over previous Pixel models with Samsung modems.
According to a fresh report originating from China, Google’s upcoming Tensor G6 chipset, destined for the Pixel 11 series, is set to become the industry’s first smartphone processor built on TSMC’s 2nm process node. This would place Google ahead of major rivals like Qualcomm with its Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6, MediaTek’s Dimensity 9600, and Apple’s A20 Pro in the race to adopt the cutting-edge manufacturing technology.
The timing aligns well with Google’s product roadmap. While those competing chipsets are expected to power devices launching in September, Google has already confirmed that the Pixel 11 family will be unveiled on August 12, giving it a clear head start in the 2nm era.
Beyond the processor, a recently surfaced FCC filing for the Pixel 11 Pro Fold corroborates earlier rumors about a major modem change. Google is reportedly ditching Samsung’s Exynos Modem lineup for its next-generation Pixels in favor of MediaTek’s M90 chip. This new modem promises 5G speeds of up to 12GBps, support for satellite connectivity, and dual active 5G SIM functionality.
If these reports hold true, the shift to a MediaTek modem should deliver more consistent and reliable connectivity compared to previous Pixel models, which have faced criticism for their performance with Samsung-made modems.
(Source: GSMArena.com)
