Observed Signal · Sep 8, 2026 · Technical Release · Source: CNBC Technology · Impact: 4/5 · Sentiment: Positive
Semiconductors & AI Infrastructure Market: TSMC, Samsung commit to ASML's High NA EUV chip tools
TSMC and Samsung, the world's top chipmakers, have committed to using ASML's High NA extreme ultraviolet (EUV) lithography machines for future chip production, driven by growing demand for AI applications. Samsung plans to use the machines for DRAM memory production starting in 2028, while TSMC expects to adopt the technology for advanced chips around 2030. These tools cost about $400 million each. The announcements provide clarity for ASML's future growth, with investors seeing broader adoption as key. Intel already uses the technology. ASML plans to increase EUV capacity by about 30% in 2027. TSMC and Samsung will also join an initiative to advance next-generation 12-inch photomask technology, improving productivity and reducing costs.
Major chipmakers committing to ASML's High NA EUV tools signals technology inflection for AI compute, but less directly AdTech.
Key Takeaways & Evidence Grounding
- Samsung will use ASML's High NA EUV machines for DRAM production from 2028.
- TSMC will adopt High NA EUV technology in 2030 for advanced chips.
- ASML's High NA EUV machines cost approximately $400 million each.
- Intel is already a customer for ASML's High NA machines.
- TSMC and Samsung will join an initiative for next-generation 12-inch photomask technology.
Connected Companies & Entities
5 Entities mappedSamsung Electronics
Global electronics maker monetising devices, streaming, advertising and digital services.
“Samsung said it would use ASML's machines to produce DRAM from 2028....”
Barclays
UK universal bank serving consumers, businesses, and institutions.
“Barclays said in a note on Tuesday that the announcements 'should provide more visibility on adoption which has been a key debate.'...”
ASML
Semiconductor lithography systems supplier for advanced chip manufacturing.
“Samsung and TSMC have committed to using ASML's High NA EUV lithography machines....”
Intel
Computing infrastructure company combining chips, AI tooling and enterprise platforms.
“Samsung and TSMC join Intel as customers for ASML's High NA machines....”
TSMC
Pure-play foundry for advanced semiconductor manufacturing.
“Samsung and TSMC, the world's two biggest chipmakers, have committed to using ASML's High NA EUV lithography machines....”
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