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Texas Instruments DRA725AMGABCRQ1
- Part No.:
- DRA725AMGABCRQ1
- Manufacturer:
- Texas Instruments
- Category:
- Microprocessors
- Package:
- 760-BFBGA, FCBGA
- Datasheet:
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DRA725AMGABCRQ1.pdf
- Description:
- IC MPU DRA72X CORTEX-A15 760BGA
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Product details
Overview
DRA725AMGABCRQ1 from Texas Instruments is an AEC-Q100 qualified automotive infotainment applications processor featuring a single Arm® Cortex®-A15 CPU core, one C66x VLIW DSP core, 512KB on-chip L3 RAM with ECC, dual Arm® Cortex®-M4 IPUs, and a PowerVR™ SGX544 3D GPU - deployed in telematics control units and digital instrument clusters requiring full-HD video (1920×1080p@60fps), HDMI 1.4a output, and secure boot.
For engineers reviewing the DRA725AMGABCRQ1 datasheet, DRA725AMGABCRQ1 pinout, DRA725AMGABCRQ1 application, or DRA725AMGABCRQ1 equivalent, key selection criteria include DDR3-1333 support (667 MHz), PCIe Gen2 dual-lane capability, dual DCAN 2.0B interfaces, 215 GPIOs, and hardware crypto acceleration for secure OTA updates and trusted execution environments.
Technical Context
The DRA725AMGABCRQ1 implements a heterogeneous multi-core architecture: the Cortex-A15 handles OS-level tasks and HMI control, while the C66x DSP offloads real-time video encoding/decoding and audio signal processing. Its IVA-HD subsystem integrates dedicated hardware accelerators for H.264/H.265 decode and encode up to 1080p60.
Memory subsystem includes a 32-bit DDR3/DDR3L EMIF supporting up to 2GB across a single chip select, plus GPMC for NAND/NOR/async memory expansion. Connectivity is unified via dual Gigabit Ethernet (MII/RMII/RGMII), PCIe 3.0 (two 5-Gbps lanes), SATA, USB 3.0 + dual USB 2.0, and four MMC/SDIO interfaces - all managed under centralized power, clock, and reset control with silicon revision 2.1 security enhancements.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value and Actual Design Meaning |
|---|---|
| CPU Core | Single Arm® Cortex®-A15 @ up to 1.5 GHz - provides Linux/Android application runtime with Neon™ SIMD for multimedia compute. |
| DSP Core | One TI C66x VLIW floating-point DSP @ up to 750 MHz - enables real-time audio beamforming, noise cancellation, and video analytics without CPU load. |
| On-Chip RAM | 512KB OCMC RAM with SECDED ECC - used for low-latency firmware buffers, secure boot code, and safety-critical ISR stacks. |
| Graphics Engine | PowerVR™ SGX544 single-core GPU - renders OpenGL ES 2.0/3.0 UIs and composites up to three display pipelines simultaneously. |
| Video Support | HDMI 1.4a encoder + VPE + IVA-HD - delivers 1080p60 video playback, camera input via CSI-2, and hardware-accelerated video scaling/blending. |
| Automotive Qualification | AEC-Q100 Grade 2 (–40°C to +105°C) - validated for under-dash infotainment systems with extended thermal and ESD robustness. |
| Security Features | Hardware crypto accelerators (AES-128/256, SHA-1/256, RSA), JTAG lock, secure ROM, customer-programmable keys (Silicon Rev 2.1) - enables secure boot and encrypted firmware update. |
| Package | 760-pin FCBGA (ABC), 23 mm × 23 mm, 0.8-mm pitch - requires controlled-impedance PCB stackup with dedicated power planes for 12+ voltage domains. |
Pinout & Package
Package: 760-ball FCBGA (ABC), 23.0 mm × 23.0 mm, 0.8-mm pitch, RoHS-compliant, lead-free. Thermal pad on underside requires solder paste stencil design per TI SLOA197.
| Pin/Terminal | Circuit Role | Design Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| ddr1_ck / ddr1_nck | DDR3 Clock Pair | Differential clock inputs for DDR3-1333 interface; require matched trace length ≤5 mm skew and AC coupling caps. |
| porz / rstoutn | Power-On Reset Control | Active-low POR input (porz) and open-drain reset output (rstoutn); drives downstream peripherals' reset chain synchronously. |
| gmac_sw[0]_mdio / gmac_sw[0]_mdc | Ethernet MDIO Interface | Management Data Input/Output and Clock for GMAC_SW[0]; supports IEEE 802.3 clause 22/45 PHY configuration. |
| pcie_ss1_clkreqn / pcie_ss1_perstn | PCIe Slot Control | Active-low PCIe CLKREQ# and PERST# signals - enable hot-plug detection and Gen2 link training coordination with endpoint devices. |
| usb1_vbus / usb1_id | USB 3.0 Dual-Role Detection | VBUS sensing and ID pin for OTG role negotiation; required for automatic host/peripheral mode switching in infotainment head units. |
| dcana_tx / dcana_rx | CAN 2.0B Interface | Dual CAN transceiver pins for vehicle network communication; support ISO 11898-2 physical layer with integrated termination resistors. |
Key Features
| Feature | Design Value |
|---|---|
| IVA-HD Video Acceleration | Hardware decode/encode of H.264, MPEG-4, VC-1, and JPEG up to 1080p60 - eliminates CPU overhead for rear-seat entertainment streaming. |
| Dual Cortex-M4 IPUs | Independent image preprocessing engines for camera input pipelines - handle ISP functions like demosaicing, white balance, and lens correction before feeding to VPE. |
| HDMI 1.4a Encoder | Integrated TMDS transmitter supporting 1920×1080@60Hz with HDCP 1.4 readiness - enables direct connection to LCD displays without external serializer. |
| PCIe Gen2 x2 Subsystem | Two configurable 5-Gbps lanes - supports either one 2-lane root complex port or two independent 1-lane endpoints (e.g., Wi-Fi + LTE modems). |
| Secure Boot with eFuses | One-time programmable fuses store cryptographic keys and boot policy - prevents unauthorized firmware execution and enforces chain-of-trust validation. |
| EMIF DDR3-1333 Support | 32-bit bus with 667 MHz clock rate - delivers 5.3 GB/s peak bandwidth for high-resolution graphics frame buffers and video decode surfaces. |
Applications
| Navigation System | Rear-Seat Entertainment |
|---|---|
Use Scenario: Real-time map rendering, voice-guided turn-by-turn navigation, and traffic overlay on 10-inch LCD dash display. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: DRA725AMGABCRQ1 serves as main application processor executing QNX/Linux navigation stack, driving HDMI output and decoding live traffic data via CAN/USB. Use Value: Integrated GPU and VPE reduce external component count by eliminating discrete video decoder and graphics controller, lowering BOM cost and board area. |
Use Scenario: Simultaneous playback of two HD video streams (e.g., movie + gaming) to dual rear-seat displays with synchronized audio routing. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: DRA725AMGABCRQ1 manages dual McASP audio interfaces, HDMI video output, and CSI-2 camera input for passenger interaction - all time-synchronized via common system clock domain. Use Value: Hardware video scaling and blending in display subsystem enables independent resolution/format handling per screen without CPU intervention. |
| Digital Instrument Cluster | Telematics Control Unit (TCU) |
Use Scenario: Animated speedometer, ADAS warnings (LDW, FCW), and vehicle status overlays rendered on 12-inch TFT cluster with <50 ms latency. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: DRA725AMGABCRQ1 runs safety-certified UI framework on Cortex-A15, while Cortex-M4 IPUs process camera feeds for lane detection - isolated via hardware firewalls. Use Value: On-chip L3 RAM with ECC ensures deterministic response time for critical instrumentation, avoiding DRAM access jitter. |
Use Scenario: Cellular connectivity (LTE), GNSS positioning, OTA firmware updates, and vehicle diagnostics over cloud APIs. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: DRA725AMGABCRQ1 acts as central TCU SoC - hosts Linux-based middleware, manages PCIe-connected modem, secures data with crypto accelerators, and logs CAN bus data via DCAN interfaces. Use Value: Dual DCAN modules and hardware crypto enable simultaneous vehicle network monitoring and encrypted cloud upload - meeting UNECE R155 cybersecurity management system requirements. |
Equivalent & Alternatives
The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar infotainment processor applications.
| Alternative Part | Technical Difference | Application Difference | Selection Advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| DRA726AMGABCRQ1 | Higher-speed grade (P-speed bin, 1.5 GHz max vs. L-grade 1.3 GHz); identical pinout, package, and feature set. | Targeted at premium-tier head units requiring higher sustained CPU/DSP throughput for multi-zone audio and AI-based voice assistants. | Select DRA726AMGABCRQ1 when thermal budget allows higher OPP_HIGH operation and application demands >10% additional compute headroom. |
| DRA745MDGABCRQ1 | Enhanced variant: dual Cortex-A15 cores, dual C66x DSPs, 1MB L3 RAM, PCIe Gen3, and additional MIPI CSI-2 lanes - not pin-compatible. | Designed for advanced digital cockpits with 3+ displays, surround-view camera systems, and concurrent ADAS processing. | Choose DRA745MDGABCRQ1 only when scalability beyond DRA72x is required; migration requires full PCB redesign and software re-architecture. |
Compared with DRA726AMGABCRQ1, the DRA725AMGABCRQ1 offers identical functionality at a lower speed grade and cost, making it optimal for mid-tier automotive infotainment. Against DRA745MDGABCRQ1, it trades raw performance and display bandwidth for reduced power consumption and simpler thermal design - suitable for single-display, non-ADAS-integrated systems.
Availability
DRA725AMGABCRQ1 is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for automotive infotainment head units, digital instrument clusters, and telematics control units requiring stable component supply, long-term lifecycle assurance, and AEC-Q100 compliance.
Supply support for DRA725AMGABCRQ1 includes scheduled delivery planning, volume procurement assistance, BOM continuity management, traceable sourcing, and lifecycle availability coordination for OEM customers, industrial embedded developers, connected-device designers, and electronics production programs.
Manufacturer
Texas Instruments is a global semiconductor company headquartered in Dallas, Texas, delivering analog and embedded processing solutions for automotive, industrial, and personal electronics markets since 1930.
The DRA725AMGABCRQ1 belongs to TI's Jacinto™6 Eco family - engineered specifically for cost-optimized, scalable automotive infotainment systems that balance performance, power efficiency, and functional safety without compromising AEC-Q100 qualification.
FAQ
What is the maximum DDR3 speed supported by DRA725AMGABCRQ1?
DRA725AMGABCRQ1 supports DDR3-1333 (667 MHz clock rate) across a 32-bit bus, delivering up to 5.3 GB/s peak bandwidth. This is confirmed in Section 5.5 (Operating Performance Points) and Section 7.10 (EMIF timing) of the SPRS956H datasheet. The EMIF module supports single-chip-select configurations up to 2GB and requires strict layout rules for signal integrity, including matched trace lengths and proper termination.
Does DRA725AMGABCRQ1 support secure boot with customer-programmable keys?
Yes, DRA725AMGABCRQ1 (Silicon Revision 2.1) supports customer-programmable keys stored in eFuses, enabling immutable root-of-trust for secure boot. This capability is documented in Section 1.1 (Features) and Section 5.8 (VPP Specifications for OTP eFuses) of SPRS956H. Keys are programmed once and enforced by the secure ROM bootloader before loading any external firmware.
Is DRA725AMGABCRQ1 pin-compatible with other DRA72x devices?
Yes, DRA725AMGABCRQ1 shares identical 760-ball FCBGA (ABC) packaging and pinout with DRA722, DRA724, and DRA726 variants. Section 1.3 (Description) explicitly states "pin-compatible across the family," enabling hardware reuse across product tiers. However, speed grades and fuse-programmed features (e.g., die ID bits) differ - verified in Table 3-1 (Device Comparison) of SPRS956H.
What video output interfaces does DRA725AMGABCRQ1 provide?
DRA725AMGABCRQ1 integrates a display subsystem with HDMI 1.4a encoder (supporting 1920×1080@60Hz), three independent video pipelines, and LCD controllers (LCD1/LCD2/LCD3). It also supports DVI 1.0 compatibility and includes hardware scalers, blenders, and PWM backlight control - detailed in Section 1.1 (Features) and Section 7.7–7.8 (Display Subsystem timing) of SPRS956H.
Which CAN protocol versions are supported by DRA725AMGABCRQ1?
DRA725AMGABCRQ1 integrates two DCAN modules compliant with CAN 2.0B protocol, supporting both standard (11-bit) and extended (29-bit) identifier frames at bit rates up to 1 Mbps. This is specified in Section 1.1 (Features) and Section 7.22 (DCAN timing) of SPRS956H. No CAN FD or ISO 11898-3 support is included in this device variant.
DRA725AMGABCRQ1 Specifications
- Product attributes
- Attribute value
- Manufacturer:
- Texas Instruments
- Package/Case:
- 760-BFBGA, FCBGA
- Series:
- DRA72x
- Packaging:
- Bulk
- Product Status:
- Active
- Core Processor:
- ARM® Cortex®-A15
- Number of Cores/Bus Width:
- 1 Core, 32-Bit
- Speed:
- 750MHz
- Co-Processors/DSP:
- ARM® Cortex®-M4, BB2D, C66x, GPU, IVA
- RAM Controllers:
- DDR3, DDR3L
- Graphics Acceleration:
- Yes
- Display & Interface Controllers:
- HDMI, LCD
- Ethernet:
- 10/100Mbps (1), 10/100/1000Mbps (1)
- SATA:
- SATA
- USB:
- USB 2.0 (2), USB 3.0 (1)
- Voltage - I/O:
- 1.35V, 1.5V, 1.8V, 3.3V
- Operating Temperature:
- -40°C ~ 125°C (TJ)
- Grade:
- Automotive
- Qualification:
- AEC-Q100
- Security Features:
- Cryptography, Debug Security, Device Identity, Isolation Firewalls, Secure Boot, Secure Storage, Software IP Protection
- Mounting Type:
- Surface Mount
- Supplier Device Package:
- 760-FCBGA (23x23)
- Additional Interfaces:
- 1-Wire®, CANbus, DMA, I2C, IrDA, McASP, MMC/SD/SDIO, PCIe, QSPI, UART, USB 3.0
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7.What is the process for return or replacement of DRA725AMGABCRQ1?
All DRA725AMGABCRQ1 units undergo pre-shipment inspection (PSI). If there is an issue with DRA725AMGABCRQ1, returns or replacements are accepted under the following conditions:
1.Quantity discrepancies, incorrect items, or visible external defects (such as breakage or corrosion), acknowledged by Aetrix.
2.The issue is reported within 90 days of delivery.
3.The DRA725AMGABCRQ1 part is unused and in its original packaging.
Return procedure for DRA725AMGABCRQ1:
1.Submit a request within 90 days.
2.Obtain a Return Material Authorization (RMA) from Aetrix.
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