The dominant chip process in 2010 was 32 nanometers. As the size of integrated circuits continues to increase, so does the number of transistors integrated on a single chip, so more refined processes are required to achieve high integration and performance. The 32nm process, which became mainstream in 2010, refers to the fact that the minimum size of transistors is only 32nm. This means that at this size, the size of individual transistors is very small, so more transistors can be integrated on a single chip, achieving higher performance and lower power consumption. The 32 nm process is an important milestone for the semiconductor industry, indicating that human exploration and innovation in integrated circuit technology continues.
In 2020, flagship chips are generally 7 nanometers.