Micron LPDDR5 16 Gb Non-EUVL Chip Found in Apple iPhone 15 Pro
Unveiling the World's First D1β (D1b) DRAM
Discover Micron's groundbreaking D1β LPDDR5 DRAM chip found in the iPhone 15 Pro, setting new standards in memory technology with increased density and a non-EUVL approach.
In the ever-evolving tech world, innovation drives progress, and the latest breakthrough is the D1β (D1b) DRAM generation—hailed as the world’s most advanced DRAM process node. In a recent teardown of the Apple iPhone 15 Pro, TechInsights uncovered Micron's D1β LPDDR5 16 Gb DRAM chip, marking the industry's first leap into this cutting-edge generation.
This chip, identified by the Y52P die, offers a smaller physical size and increased density compared to its D1α LPDDR5/5X predecessor. A standout feature of Micron's D1β technology is its non-reliance on Extreme Ultraviolet Lithography (EUVL), a method used by competitors like Samsung and SK Hynix for sub-15nm DRAM scaling. Despite this, Micron has successfully advanced through D1z, D1α, and now D1β without EUVL, pushing the boundaries of DRAM innovation.
Micron’s D1β LPDDR5 chip in the iPhone 15 Pro exemplifies the brand’s leadership in memory technology. With its superior density, smaller footprint, and unique non-EUVL process, Micron is setting a new standard in the DRAM industry. Stay tuned for more insights and analysis as TechInsights explores the future of memory technology.
