STM32H725VGT6 - 550MHz Cortex-M7 MCU with 1MB Flash | STMicroelectronics
MPN: STM32H725VGT6 ✓ Active| Qty | Unit Price | Extended |
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| 1 | $12.5 | $12.50 |
| 10 | $11.25 | $112.50 |
| 100 | $10 | $1,000.00 |
| 500 | $8.75 | $4,375.00 |
| 1,000 | $7.5 | $7,500.00 |
STM32H725VGT6 Overview
What is a microcontroller? A microcontroller (MCU) is a compact integrated circuit designed to govern a specific operation in an embedded system. It contains a processor core, memory (flash and SRAM), and programmable input/output peripherals on a single chip. Microcontrollers are the brain of countless electronic devices, from automotive engine control units to smart home sensors. In the system hierarchy, the STM32H725VGT6 sits at the application processor level, providing the computational power and connectivity for complex tasks such as real-time control, digital signal processing, and human-machine interfaces.
Key features of the STM32H725VGT6 include a 550 MHz Cortex-M7 core with double-precision FPU, a Chrom-ART Accelerator for 2D graphics, a hardware JPEG codec, and a comprehensive set of communication interfaces: 6x SPI, 4x I2C, 4x USART, 2x UART, 2x FDCAN, 2x SDMMC, 1x USB OTG FS/HS, 1x Ethernet MAC, and 1x camera interface. It also features a 16-bit ADC with 3.6 MSPS, a 12-bit DAC, and multiple timers including a high-resolution timer. Security is enhanced with a true random number generator (TRNG), a cryptographic accelerator (AES, DES, 3DES, SHA-1, SHA-256), and a secure boot option.
The STM32H725VGT6 is built on a high-performance architecture with an L1 cache (32 Kbytes I-cache and 32 Kbytes D-cache) and a memory protection unit (MPU) for enhanced real-time performance. The device supports a wide supply voltage range of 1.62V to 3.6V and operates over a temperature range of -40°C to +85°C (T suffix). It is available in both commercial and industrial temperature grades, with the '6' suffix indicating the -40°C to +85°C range.
Typical applications include industrial control systems, motor drives, power conversion, medical devices, audio processing, and IoT gateways. The combination of high clock speed, rich peripherals, and security features makes it ideal for applications requiring both computational power and connectivity.
When designing with this device, ensure proper decoupling of the power supply pins with 100 nF capacitors placed close to each VDD pin, and a 4.7 uF bulk capacitor. The VDDA pin must be connected to a clean analog supply, and the VCAP pins require external capacitors as specified in the datasheet. For high-speed interfaces like USB and Ethernet, follow the layout guidelines in the STM32H7 reference manual (RM0433) to ensure signal integrity.
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Variants in this series
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View Datasheet →STM32H725VGT6 Maximum Ratings & Electrical Characteristics
| Core | Arm Cortex-M7 |
| Max Clock Speed | 550 MHz |
| Flash Memory | 1 Mbyte |
| SRAM | 564 Kbytes |
| Package | LQFP100 (14x14 mm, 0.5 mm pitch) |
| Supply Voltage | 1.62V to 3.6V |
| Operating Temperature | -40°C to +85°C |
| GPIO Pins | 82 |
| ADC | 3x 16-bit, up to 3.6 MSPS |
| DAC | 2x 12-bit |
| Communication Interfaces | 6x SPI, 4x I2C, 4x USART, 2x UART, 2x FDCAN, 2x SDMMC, 1x USB OTG FS/HS, 1x Ethernet MAC, 1x Camera |
| Timers | 20x (including 2x advanced, 1x high-resolution) |
| Security | TRNG, AES, DES, 3DES, SHA-1, SHA-256, secure boot |
| DMA | 2x DMA controllers with 16 streams each |
| RoHS | Compliant |
STM32H725VGT6 Pin Configuration
| Pin 1 | PE2 — GPIO or alternate function |
| Pin 2 | PE3 — GPIO or alternate function |
| Pin 3 | PE4 — GPIO or alternate function |
| Pin 4 | PE5 — GPIO or alternate function |
| Pin 5 | PE6 — GPIO or alternate function |
| Pin 6 | VBAT — Backup battery supply |
| Pin 7 | PC13 — GPIO or RTC output |
| Pin 8 | PC14 — GPIO or OSC32_IN |
| Pin 9 | PC15 — GPIO or OSC32_OUT |
| Pin 10 | PF0 — GPIO or alternate function |
| Pin 11 | PF1 — GPIO or alternate function |
| Pin 12 | PF2 — GPIO or alternate function |
| Pin 13 | PF3 — GPIO or alternate function |
| Pin 14 | PF4 — GPIO or alternate function |
| Pin 15 | PF5 — GPIO or alternate function |
| Pin 16 | VSS — Ground |
| Pin 17 | VDD — Digital power supply |
| Pin 18 | PF6 — GPIO or alternate function |
| Pin 19 | PF7 — GPIO or alternate function |
| Pin 20 | PF8 — GPIO or alternate function |
| Pin 21 | PF9 — GPIO or alternate function |
| Pin 22 | PF10 — GPIO or alternate function |
| Pin 23 | PF11 — GPIO or alternate function |
| Pin 24 | PF12 — GPIO or alternate function |
| Pin 25 | PF13 — GPIO or alternate function |
| Pin 26 | PF14 — GPIO or alternate function |
| Pin 27 | PF15 — GPIO or alternate function |
| Pin 28 | VSS — Ground |
| Pin 29 | VDD — Digital power supply |
| Pin 30 | PG0 — GPIO or alternate function |
| Pin 31 | PG1 — GPIO or alternate function |
| Pin 32 | PG2 — GPIO or alternate function |
| Pin 33 | PG3 — GPIO or alternate function |
| Pin 34 | PG4 — GPIO or alternate function |
| Pin 35 | PG5 — GPIO or alternate function |
| Pin 36 | PG6 — GPIO or alternate function |
| Pin 37 | PG7 — GPIO or alternate function |
| Pin 38 | PG8 — GPIO or alternate function |
| Pin 39 | PG9 — GPIO or alternate function |
| Pin 40 | PG10 — GPIO or alternate function |
| Pin 41 | PG11 — GPIO or alternate function |
| Pin 42 | PG12 — GPIO or alternate function |
| Pin 43 | PG13 — GPIO or alternate function |
| Pin 44 | PG14 — GPIO or alternate function |
| Pin 45 | PG15 — GPIO or alternate function |
| Pin 46 | VSS — Ground |
| Pin 47 | VDD — Digital power supply |
| Pin 48 | PD0 — GPIO or alternate function |
| Pin 49 | PD1 — GPIO or alternate function |
| Pin 50 | PD2 — GPIO or alternate function |
| Pin 51 | PD3 — GPIO or alternate function |
| Pin 52 | PD4 — GPIO or alternate function |
| Pin 53 | PD5 — GPIO or alternate function |
| Pin 54 | PD6 — GPIO or alternate function |
| Pin 55 | PD7 — GPIO or alternate function |
| Pin 56 | PD8 — GPIO or alternate function |
| Pin 57 | PD9 — GPIO or alternate function |
| Pin 58 | PD10 — GPIO or alternate function |
| Pin 59 | PD11 — GPIO or alternate function |
| Pin 60 | PD12 — GPIO or alternate function |
| Pin 61 | PD13 — GPIO or alternate function |
| Pin 62 | PD14 — GPIO or alternate function |
| Pin 63 | PD15 — GPIO or alternate function |
| Pin 64 | VSS — Ground |
| Pin 65 | VDD — Digital power supply |
| Pin 66 | PC0 — GPIO or alternate function |
| Pin 67 | PC1 — GPIO or alternate function |
| Pin 68 | PC2 — GPIO or alternate function |
| Pin 69 | PC3 — GPIO or alternate function |
| Pin 70 | PC4 — GPIO or alternate function |
| Pin 71 | PC5 — GPIO or alternate function |
| Pin 72 | PB0 — GPIO or alternate function |
| Pin 73 | PB1 — GPIO or alternate function |
| Pin 74 | PB2 — GPIO or alternate function |
| Pin 75 | PB3 — GPIO or alternate function |
| Pin 76 | PB4 — GPIO or alternate function |
| Pin 77 | PB5 — GPIO or alternate function |
| Pin 78 | PB6 — GPIO or alternate function |
| Pin 79 | PB7 — GPIO or alternate function |
| Pin 80 | BOOT0 — Boot mode selection |
| Pin 81 | PB8 — GPIO or alternate function |
| Pin 82 | PB9 — GPIO or alternate function |
| Pin 83 | VSS — Ground |
| Pin 84 | VDD — Digital power supply |
| Pin 85 | PE0 — GPIO or alternate function |
| Pin 86 | PE1 — GPIO or alternate function |
| Pin 87 | PA0 — GPIO or alternate function |
| Pin 88 | PA1 — GPIO or alternate function |
| Pin 89 | PA2 — GPIO or alternate function |
| Pin 90 | PA3 — GPIO or alternate function |
| Pin 91 | PA4 — GPIO or alternate function |
| Pin 92 | PA5 — GPIO or alternate function |
| Pin 93 | PA6 — GPIO or alternate function |
| Pin 94 | PA7 — GPIO or alternate function |
| Pin 95 | PA8 — GPIO or alternate function |
| Pin 96 | PA9 — GPIO or alternate function |
| Pin 97 | PA10 — GPIO or alternate function |
| Pin 98 | PA11 — GPIO or alternate function |
| Pin 99 | PA12 — GPIO or alternate function |
| Pin 100 | PA13 — GPIO or SWDIO |
Typical Applications
STM32H725VGT6 is suitable for 6 applications: Industrial Control Systems, IoT Gateways, Medical Devices, Audio Processing, Power Conversion, Human-Machine Interface (HMI).
Industrial Control Systems
The STM32H725VGT6 is ideal for industrial control systems due to its high-speed Cortex-M7 core (550 MHz) and advanced timers. It can handle complex control algorithms, such as PID loops and motor control, with low latency. The multiple ADCs (3x 16-bit, up to 3.6 MSPS) enable precise analog signal acquisition for current and voltage sensing. The FDCAN interfaces allow seamless integration into industrial networks like CANopen. The device's robust operating temperature range (-40°C to +85°C) ensures reliability in harsh environments. Additionally, the Ethernet MAC supports industrial Ethernet protocols like PROFINET and EtherCAT, making it a versatile choice for factory automation.
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IoT Gateways
The STM32H725VGT6 is well-suited for IoT gateways that require high processing power and multiple connectivity options. Its Ethernet MAC, USB OTG, and multiple UART/SPI/I2C interfaces allow it to aggregate data from various sensors and devices. The hardware cryptographic accelerator (AES, SHA-256) ensures secure communication, while the TRNG provides random number generation for security protocols. The device's 1 MB flash and 564 KB SRAM can handle complex protocol stacks, such as MQTT and TLS. The low-power modes help optimize energy consumption in always-on gateway applications. The Chrom-ART Accelerator can be used for local display interfaces, providing a rich user experience.
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Medical Devices
The STM32H725VGT6 is suitable for medical devices such as patient monitors, infusion pumps, and diagnostic equipment. Its high-performance core enables real-time signal processing for ECG, EEG, and other biosignals. The multiple ADCs with high sampling rates (3.6 MSPS) capture analog signals with high fidelity. The device's security features, including secure boot and cryptographic acceleration, help protect patient data and comply with medical regulations. The wide operating temperature range and long-term availability make it a reliable choice for medical applications. The rich peripheral set allows interfacing with various sensors and displays, while the low-power modes extend battery life in portable devices.
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Audio Processing
The STM32H725VGT6 is an excellent choice for audio processing applications, such as audio interfaces, smart speakers, and professional audio equipment. Its 550 MHz Cortex-M7 core with double-precision FPU can handle complex audio algorithms, including filtering, equalization, and audio codecs. The device includes a hardware JPEG codec, which can be used for audio metadata or image processing in multimedia devices. The multiple I2S interfaces (up to 4) allow connection to high-quality audio codecs and DACs. The Chrom-ART Accelerator can drive graphical user interfaces for audio equipment. The device's low-latency interrupt handling ensures real-time audio streaming without glitches.
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Power Conversion
The STM32H725VGT6 is well-suited for power conversion applications, such as digital power supplies, inverters, and battery chargers. Its high-speed ADC (3.6 MSPS) enables fast and accurate current and voltage sensing for closed-loop control. The advanced timers with dead-time generation are ideal for driving power switches in half-bridge and full-bridge topologies. The device's high clock speed allows for high-frequency control loops, improving efficiency and transient response. The FDCAN interface can be used for communication in power management systems. The device's robust design and wide temperature range ensure reliable operation in demanding power environments.
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Human-Machine Interface (HMI)
The STM32H725VGT6 is ideal for HMI applications, such as industrial panels, smart home controllers, and point-of-sale terminals. Its Chrom-ART Accelerator offloads 2D graphics rendering from the CPU, enabling smooth and responsive user interfaces. The device supports various display interfaces, including RGB LCD and MIPI DSI, through its parallel interface and LTDC controller. The JPEG codec allows efficient image compression for storing and displaying images. The rich peripheral set includes touch controller interfaces (I2C/SPI) and audio outputs for multimedia experiences. The high clock speed ensures fast response to user inputs, while the security features protect sensitive data in payment terminals.
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Engineering reference data for STM32H725VGT6 — comparison, design guidance, and compliance information.
Selection Guide
Comparison with Alternatives
| Parameter | This Product | STM32H723VGT6 | STM32H725VET6 | STM32H743VIT6 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Package | LQFP100 | LQFP100 - same | LQFP100 - same | LQFP100 - same |
| Brand | STMicroelectronics | STMicroelectronics | STMicroelectronics | STMicroelectronics |
| Max Clock Speed | 550 MHz | 550 MHz | 550 MHz | 480 MHz |
| Flash Memory | 1 MB | 1 MB | 512 KB | 2 MB |
| SRAM | 564 KB | 320 KB | 564 KB | 1 MB |
| Chrom-ART Accelerator | Yes | No | Yes | Yes |
| JPEG Codec | Yes | No | Yes | Yes |
| Pin Compatibility | Reference | Pin-compatible | Pin-compatible | Not pin-compatible |
Key Differentiators
- Higher SRAM capacity (vs STM32H723VGT6)
- Integrated Chrom-ART Accelerator and JPEG codec (vs STM32H723VGT6)
- Higher clock speed (vs STM32H743VIT6)
Design Notes
The STM32H725VGT6 requires a stable power supply. Connect a 100 nF ceramic capacitor to each VDD pin and a 4.7 uF bulk capacitor to the main VDD rail. The VDDA pin must be connected to a clean analog supply, and the VCAP pins require external capacitors as specified in the datasheet (typically 2.2 uF). Ensure proper decoupling to minimize noise and prevent erratic behavior.
For high-speed interfaces like USB and Ethernet, follow the layout guidelines in the STM32H7 reference manual (RM0433). Use controlled impedance traces for USB D+/D- and Ethernet TX/RX pairs. Keep traces short and avoid vias where possible. Place the crystal oscillator close to the OSC_IN/OSC_OUT pins and ensure a solid ground plane underneath.
The STM32H725VGT6 can dissipate significant power when running at 550 MHz with all peripherals active. The LQFP100 package has a thermal resistance of approximately 40°C/W (theta_JA). Ensure adequate airflow or a heatsink if the device is expected to operate at high ambient temperatures. Monitor the junction temperature to avoid exceeding the maximum rating of 125°C.
Compliance Information
RoHS compliant per ST product page. Not AEC-Q100 qualified; for automotive, consider STM32H725VGT6Q or similar automotive-grade variants.
