STMicroelectronics STM32F765NGH6

Overview

STM32F765NGH6 from STMicroelectronics is an Arm® Cortex®-M7 32-bit microcontroller with FPU, delivering 462 DMIPS at 216 MHz, featuring 2 MB dual-bank flash, 512 KB SRAM (including 128 KB data TCM), USB OTG HS/FS, MIPI DSI host controller, and LCD-TFT controller supporting XGA resolution. It targets high-performance embedded applications such as industrial HMI, medical imaging front-ends, and real-time motor control systems requiring deterministic execution and rich peripheral integration.

For engineers reviewing the STM32F765NGH6 datasheet, STM32F765NGH6 pinout, STM32F765NGH6 application, or STM32F765NGH6 equivalent, key selection considerations include its dual-bank flash for seamless firmware updates, 128 KB data TCM RAM for time-critical algorithms, hardware JPEG codec for image processing acceleration, and MIPI DSI interface for low-power display connectivity in space-constrained designs.

Technical Context

The STM32F765NGH6 implements a tightly coupled memory architecture with separate 16 KB I/D L1 caches and ART Accelerator, enabling zero-wait-state execution from flash at 216 MHz. Its Cortex-M7 core includes MPU, DSP instructions, and double-precision FPU for signal-intensive workloads.

Peripheral integration centers on high-bandwidth parallel interfaces: MIPI DSI host (supporting 720p30), LCD-TFT controller (XGA), dual SDMMC, three CAN 2.0B controllers, and Ethernet MAC with IEEE 1588v2 hardware timestamping - all coordinated via AXI-AHB bus matrix and 16-stream DMA with FIFOs.

Key Specifications

Pinout & Package

LQFP100 (14 × 14 mm, 0.5 mm pitch) package with 100 pins; RoHS-compliant ECOPACK2. Pinout validated per STMicroelectronics DS11532 Rev 9, Section 4 (Pinouts and pin description), Table 11 (pin and ball definitions).

Key Features

Applications

Equivalent & Alternatives

The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar high-performance MCU applications.

Compared with STM32F767ZIT6, the STM32F765NGH6 trades Ethernet PHY integration and package size for MIPI DSI and compact LQFP100 - making it optimal for display-rich, space-constrained HMI. Against STM32H743VIT6, it offers lower power, proven toolchain maturity, and sufficient performance for most real-time control + graphics use cases without H7's complexity premium.

Availability

STM32F765NGH6 is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for industrial HMI, medical imaging front-ends, and smart grid gateways requiring stable component supply, long-term manufacturability, and full production lifecycle support.

Supply support for STM32F765NGH6 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

STMicroelectronics is a global semiconductor leader headquartered in Geneva, Switzerland, designing and manufacturing microcontrollers, power management ICs, sensors, and automotive semiconductors since 1987.

The STM32F7 series targets high-end embedded applications demanding real-time performance, rich graphics, and industrial connectivity - bridging the gap between mainstream Cortex-M4 and application processors in cost-sensitive, power-aware designs.

FAQ

What is the maximum operating frequency and how is it achieved?

The STM32F765NGH6 achieves 216 MHz maximum CPU frequency using its internal voltage regulator, 16 KB I/D L1 cache, and ART Accelerator. This requires stable 1.7–3.6 V supply, proper VCAP1/VCAP2 decoupling (2.2 µF each), and clock configuration via PLL with HSE (4–26 MHz) or HSI (16 MHz) source. No external oscillator is mandatory due to factory-trimmed 16 MHz RC.

Does STM32F765NGH6 support hardware JPEG encoding and decoding?

Yes - it integrates a dedicated hardware JPEG codec supporting baseline JPEG standard (ISO/IEC 10918-1). It handles both encoding and decoding of YUV422/RGB images up to 1024×768 resolution with DMA-driven data flow, reducing CPU load by up to 90% compared to software-only implementations.

How many I/O pins are 5 V-tolerant and why does this matter?

Up to 166 I/O pins are 5 V-tolerant, meaning they safely interface with 5 V logic without level shifters. This simplifies integration with legacy peripherals (e.g., RS-232 transceivers, older sensors, or industrial I/O modules), reduces BOM cost, and improves system robustness in mixed-voltage environments.

What debug interfaces are supported and what trace capability exists?

The device supports SWD and JTAG interfaces for programming and debugging. It also includes Cortex-M7 Trace Macrocell™ (MTB) for instruction trace and data trace, enabling non-intrusive real-time analysis of program flow and variable states - essential for optimizing real-time control loops and diagnosing timing-critical issues.