https://wccftech.com/qualcomm-switch-snapdragon-8-gen-1-mass-production-to-tsmc/

The Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 would have meant the start of a blossoming relationship between Qualcomm and Samsung, but it looks like, according to a new report, not all great things have a happy ending, and it is primarily the fault of the Korean tech giant and its failure to produce favorable yields of its 4nm process. To make sure it has an adequate supply of its latest flagship SoC, Qualcomm will reportedly diversify and give TSMC a portion of the orders to prevent unnecessary supply delays.

Reportedly disappointed with Samsung’s 4nm manufacturing yield rates, Qualcomm intends to diversify its supply chain by asking TSMC to come onboard, and mass produce the Snapdragon 8 Gen 1. DigiTimes reports that if production problems persist from Samsung’s side, its partner will have no choice but to hand over some orders to Samsung’s biggest rival in the semiconductor race, assuming TSMC can take up the responsibility.