Google is reportedly in discussions with Samsung Electronics to manufacture part of its next-generation artificial intelligence (AI) processor, according to a report by The Information. The move could help Google diversify its chip manufacturing partners as demand for AI hardware continues to grow rapidly.
The report states that Google plans to have Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC) produce the main computing component of its upcoming Tensor Processing Unit (TPU), codenamed “Icefish.” Samsung, meanwhile, may be responsible for manufacturing a key component that connects the processor to memory using its advanced 2-nanometer (2nm) chip technology.
Google is also reportedly working with MediaTek on the design of the Icefish chip. While the processor is still under development, mass production could begin as early as 2028.
If the deal is finalized, it would be a major win for Samsung’s contract chip manufacturing business. The company has been aggressively promoting its 2nm technology, which promises better performance, improved energy efficiency, and stronger AI capabilities compared to previous generations.
In an official response, Samsung Electronics declined to comment on the report, while Alphabet, Google’s parent company, did not immediately respond to media inquiries. Reuters also noted that it could not independently verify the claims.
The report comes as Google looks to strengthen its position in the AI hardware market. The company’s custom TPU chips have emerged as an alternative to Nvidia’s AI processors and have become an important growth driver for its cloud business.
Industry experts believe that partnering with multiple manufacturers could help Google reduce dependence on a single supplier and secure enough chip production capacity to support future AI expansion.
