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Samsung Foundry expands customer base to 121 as Taylor fab targets HPC and AI sectors

Friday, March 6, 2026 at 08:42 AM

Samsung Foundry has significantly expanded its customer base from 35 at the time of its spin-off to 121 currently. The company's new fabrication facility in Taylor, Texas is specifically targeting high-performance computing (HPC), automotive, and AI chip manufacturing to sustain this growth.

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Samsung Electronics has significantly expanded its foundry footprint, growing its customer base from 35 clients at the time of its business spin-off to 121 today. Central to this growth is the upcoming Taylor, Texas fab, which has recently secured partial occupancy approvals to accelerate its timeline. The facility is pivoting its portfolio to prioritize High-Performance Computing (HPC), AI, and automotive sectors, positioning itself as a critical hub for the next generation of silicon demand. Technologically, Samsung is advancing its roadmap with the introduction of SF2Z, a 2nm process featuring backside power delivery intended for mass production in 2027, and SF4U, a high-value 4nm variant arriving in 2025. These nodes are designed to improve power and performance for AI accelerators. Strategic wins, such as a contract to manufacture Tesla’s AI5 chips through 2033, underscore the company’s push to challenge market leaders by offering a turnkey platform that integrates foundry, memory, and advanced packaging.

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