Both Intel and AMD have been using different standards to name their process nodes. At first glance, Intel’s 10nm process node might seem inferior to TSMC’s 7nm, leaving Intel looking like it has a less advanced node when both have a similar density. To avoid these comparisons, Intel is planning to change its naming scheme.
As reported by Oregon Live, Ann Kelleher, Intel’s senior vice president and general manager of technology development, shared with the company’s employees the plans to change Intel’s process node nomenclature. The reason behind this move is to better match the industry standards. When exactly this will happen remains unclear.