Samsung Electronics will invest 39 trillion dong ($1.5 billion) to build a semiconductor testing facility in Vietnam. The plant will focus on legacy chip production and is scheduled to open in November 2027.
Samsung's new testing plant represents a continued expansion of its manufacturing footprint in Southeast Asia. The facility will specialize in legacy semiconductor chips—older but still widely used components in various electronic devices.
The investment comes as semiconductor companies strategically diversify their production bases across Asia. Vietnam has become an increasingly attractive manufacturing hub due to lower labor costs, government incentives, and growing supply chain infrastructure.
Legacy chip production remains commercially significant despite the industry's focus on cutting-edge semiconductors. Many consumer devices, automotive systems, and industrial equipment rely on older chip architectures that maintain steady demand.
The November 2027 opening timeline gives Samsung roughly three years to complete construction and prepare operations. The project aligns with broader industry trends of regional capacity building outside traditional semiconductor strongholds like South Korea and Taiwan.
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