Huawei is set to launch new Kirin chips for its flagship devices, following the naming pattern established with the Kirin 9010 and 9020. A recent leak suggests the next chips will be named Kirin 9030, 9040, and so on.
According to the tipster DigitalChatStation, Huawei is making significant advancements in its chip technology.
The upcoming Kirin 9020, already noted for its improved performance compared to the Kirin 9010, features 50% more efficient small cores, 20% faster medium cores, and enhanced large cores. It also uses the industry’s first 3GPP R18 5G-A SoC, expanding 5G capabilities for Huawei devices.
The new Kirin chips, expected to be released in 2025, will likely be built on 5nm and 4nm processes, bringing even stronger performance and efficiency.
Despite facing ongoing US sanctions, which have limited access to advanced chip-making tools, Huawei continues to make strides in its semiconductor technology, even working with SMIC and older equipment.
Huawei’s push for self-reliance extends beyond chip production, with the company also working to develop its own ecosystem, moving away from reliance on foreign components like Android.
It remains to be seen how these efforts will shape the company’s future in smartphones and AI chips, especially with tougher sanctions ahead.
