[ GLOSSARY DEFINITION ] Chips

die

The individual piece of silicon that contains a chip before packaging.

Full Definition & Technical Explanation

die — The individual piece of silicon that contains a chip before packaging.

See also: EUV, DUV.

Where die Matters

Frequently Asked Questions

What is die?

The individual piece of silicon that contains a chip before packaging.

What terms are related to die?

Related Chips terms include EUV, DUV.

Related Technical Terms

EUV
Extreme ultraviolet lithography used for cutting-edge chip nodes. Chips
DUV
Deep ultraviolet lithography used for older or mainstream nodes. Chips
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