The upcoming foldable iPhone from Apple, iPhone Fold, is expected to share its processor with the iPhone 18 Pro, according to recent leaks. This decision confirms that Apple will continue its strategy of utilizing two chipsets, distinguishing between standard models and Pro versions.
An Apple A20 Pro Chip Fabricated Using 2 nm Process
According to Mobile Phone Chip Expert, Apple will next year continue to offer two variants of its chip:
- The A20 chip for the standard iPhone 18 models,
- and the A20 Pro chip, which will power the high-end models, including the foldable iPhone.
These chips will be manufactured using the 2 nm process from TSMC, marking a significant advancement over the current 3 nm fabrication technology.
Not More Powerful Than The iPhone 18 Pro — But Well Optimized
Like most manufacturers, Apple will use the same processor for its foldable smartphone and its flagship standard model. In other words, the iPhone Fold (temporary name) will not be faster than the iPhone 18 Pro but will share the same high-end performance.
The real advantage could come from the new WMCM technology (Wafer-Level Multi-Chip Module), which would replace the current InFO. This approach would allow the RAM to be integrated directly onto the same wafer as the CPU, GPU, and neural engine — enhancing both speed and energy efficiency.
Next-Generation Performance
The A20 Pro chip will be among the first processors in the world to be fabricated using the 2 nm process. It is expected to deliver significantly improved performance and battery life compared to the latest generations of Apple Silicon chips.
Launch Dates
- The iPhone 18 Pro and the foldable iPhone are expected to be released in the second half of 2026.
- The standard models (iPhone 18 and 18e) are anticipated to arrive later, in spring 2027.
The first foldable iPhone from Apple may not be more powerful than the iPhone 18 Pro, but it will feature the most advanced mobile chip ever designed by TSMC, marking a new milestone in the integration of power, efficiency, and design.
