# Google is reportedly turning to Intel to make its AI chips.

*semiconductor · news · 2026-06-08 · The Verge*

## Key points

- Google will use Intel to manufacture over three million Tensor Processing Units in 2028.
- Intel is chosen due to TSMC's capacity shortages impacting Google's chip production plans.
- Nvidia and SK Hynix are testing Intel's technology for potential chip manufacturing.
- Intel could become a key secondary manufacturer for major AI chip companies including Google.

S External Link Google is reportedly turning to Intel to make its AI chips. Following capacity shortages at TSMC, Intel will “manufacture more than three million Tensor Processing Units in 2028,” half the estimated 6 million TPUs Google’s expected to make in the next two years, The Information reports. Nvidia and SK Hynix are also reportedly testing Intel’s tech for manufacturing their chips. Google and Nvidia Consider Intel as Backup Chip Manufacturer [ The Information ] Follow topics and authors from this story to see more like this in your personalized homepage feed and to receive email updates. Comments Loading comments Getting the conversation ready... The Verge Daily A free daily digest of the news that matters most. Email (required) By submitting your email, you agree to our Terms and Privacy Notice. This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.

**Companies:** Google, Intel, Nvidia
**Countries:** United States

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