DEEPX's AI chip built on Samsung's 2-nanometer foundry process wins CES award
What happened
DEEPX, a South Korean company, announced it has received a CES 2027 Innovation Award in the artificial intelligence category for its DX-M2 chip. The DX-M2 is built using Samsung's 2-nanometer foundry process and is designed for use in robots and industrial equipment. The chip enables generative AI to run directly on devices, reducing the need for cloud computing. DEEPX completed the chip's tape-out in early November 2026 and plans to begin mass production in late 2027.
Key details
- DX-M2 supports inference for large language and vision-language models.
- The chip uses about 5 watts of power.
- It is manufactured with Samsung's 2-nanometer process technology.
- Initial mass production is scheduled for the fourth quarter of 2027.
- Full-scale production is expected to start in 2028.
Why it matters
Manufacturers of robots and industrial devices can use the DX-M2 chip to run generative AI applications on-site, which can lower operational costs by reducing dependence on cloud services. Companies planning to adopt this technology will need to wait until late 2027 for initial availability, with broader access expected in 2028. This development may affect purchasing and development timelines for businesses seeking low-power, on-device AI solutions.