Intel Corporation is relocating a portion of its semiconductor assembly and testing operations from Costa Rica to Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam. This move strengthens Vietnam's role in the global chip supply chain, particularly for data centers. The information was published by the Saigon Hi-Tech Park Management Board in a report submitted to the Ho Chi Minh City People's Committee on April 27, 2026.
As part of its global manufacturing restructuring, Intel has transferred some assembly, packaging, and testing operations to Vietnam. These processes represent the final stages of production and are used for manufacturing server chips and next-generation network equipment. The company is also focused on expanding the production capabilities of its Ho Chi Minh City plant by implementing state-of-the-art semiconductor packaging and testing technologies.
The report notes that this involves the production of Panther Lake and Wildcat Lake processors. These chips feature integrated artificial intelligence capabilities and enhanced energy efficiency.
Over 20 years of operation, Intel's plant in Saigon Hi-Tech Park has become the company's largest assembly and testing facility globally. The enterprise occupies 46.6 hectares, with a total investment of approximately US$1.5 billion, accounting for nearly 30% of all investments in Saigon Hi-Tech Park. From 2010 to 2021, over 3 billion units of product were manufactured here.
Exports from Intel Products Vietnam have shown consistent growth: US$10.31 billion in 2023, US$11.41 billion in 2024, and US$11.67 billion in 2025. According to forecasts, this figure is projected to reach US$14.6 billion in 2026, a 25% increase over 2025 levels.
Beyond its economic impact, the facility has created over 2,700 jobs for highly skilled professionals. The average salary at the plant is approximately three times higher than the average in Ho Chi Minh City.
The company also invests in human resource development: it has funded the installation of 13 pieces of equipment for a semiconductor assembly and testing training center. The center is finalizing its "clean room" preparation and plans to hold its first practical workshop on May 31, 2026.