Samsung to build next-gen Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 SoC

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On a leading-edge 10nm FinFET process.

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"It's gonna be hot. Damned hot!"

Sorry, I'll get my coat...

Does a shrink in nm affect heat produced/dissipation?

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Originally Posted by chj

Does a shrink in nm affect heat produced/dissipation?

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Yep :O

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Originally Posted by chj

Does a shrink in nm affect heat produced/dissipation?

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Yes, smaller transistors inevitably come with a voltage reduction, so for the same transistor count, the power needed to run the IC is reduced, and the heat generated by the chip is also proportionately reduced.