Part A
AM5716AABCX
Texas Instruments
- Lifecycle
- Active
- Stock
- 6625 PCS
- Series
- Embedidos - Microprocessadores
Replacement verdict
Compatible functional replacement candidate
The AM5716AABCX is a viable functional replacement candidate for the AM5718AABCX within the Sitara AM57x family, sharing the same FCBGA package, pinout, and core architecture. The primary distinction is the reduced graphics capability of the AM5716, which omits the 3D graphics accelerator present on the AM5718. Designs that do not rely on 3D graphics acceleration can substitute the AM5716AABCX with appropriate validation, while graphics-intensive applications should retain the AM5718AABCX.
Graphics Acceleration
Validation required
Package Type
High match
Core Architecture
High match
Operating Temperature
High match
Parts at a glance
Part B
AM5718AABCX
Texas Instruments
- Lifecycle
- Active
- Stock
- 2025 PCS
- Package
- FCBGA-760
- Series
- Embedidos - Microprocessadores
Key differences
Rows are prioritized by design impact. Highlighted values require attention during substitution.
Key electrical and mechanical differences between the two devices
| Parameter | AM5718AABCX | AM5716AABCX | Why it matters |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arm Cortex-A15 Cores | 2 | 1 | The number of application processor cores directly determines multitasking throughput and overall application performance; a dual-core device can run more concurrent workloads than a single-core device. |
| DSP Cores (C66x) | 2 | 1 | The C66x DSP cores handle real-time signal processing; having two versus one affects available DSP compute for vision, audio, and control algorithms. |
| 3D Graphics Accelerator | Yes (PowerVR SGX544) | No | An integrated GPU enables hardware-accelerated 3D rendering and offloads graphics work; its absence means graphics must be handled in software or externally, affecting HMI and display applications. |
| Display Subsystem | Yes | No | A dedicated display subsystem supports LCD/HDMI output for user interfaces; without it, the device cannot directly drive displays, limiting HMI use cases. |
| Video Input / Capture | Yes (VIP) | No | Video input ports allow connection of cameras and video sources; their absence prevents direct vision/camera capture applications. |
| Target Application Class | High-end HMI, vision, and graphics-rich applications | General-purpose control and signal processing without graphics | The intended application class indicates functional substitutability; the two parts target different use cases, so they are not drop-in replacements for graphics/vision designs. |
| Package | FCBGA (ABC) | FCBGA (ABC) | Identical package and pinout allow board-level compatibility, which is essential for hardware interchangeability. |
| Arm Cortex-M4 Cores | 2 | 2 | The Cortex-M4 cores handle real-time control and low-power tasks; matching counts means real-time subsystem behavior is consistent between the parts. |
| Operating Temperature Range | Industrial (-40°C to 105°C) | Industrial (-40°C to 105°C) | Matching temperature grades ensure both parts suit the same environmental conditions and reliability requirements. |
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Full specification comparison
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| Specification | AM5716AABCX | AM5718AABCX |
|---|---|---|
| Series | Sitara™ | Sitara™ |
| Part Status | Active | Active |
| Base Product Number | AM5716 | - |
| Core Processor | ARM® Cortex®-A15 | ARM® Cortex®-A15 |
| Number of Cores / Bus Width | 1 Core, 32-Bit | 1 Core, 32-Bit |
| Speed | 1.5GHz | 1.5GHz |
| Co - Processors / DSP | Multimedia; GPU, IPU, VFP | Multimedia; GPU, IPU, VFP |
| RAM Controllers | DDR3, SRAM | DDR3, SRAM |
| Graphics Acceleration | No | Yes |
| Ethernet | 10/100/1000Mbps (1) | 10/100/1000Mbps (1) |
| SATA | SATA 3Gbps (1) | SATA 3Gbps (1) |
| USB | USB 2.0 (1), USB 3.0 (1) | USB 2.0 (1), USB 3.0 (1) |
| Voltage - I / O | 1.8V, 3.3V | 1.8V, 3.3V |
| Operating Temperature | 0°C ~ 90°C (TJ) | 0°C ~ 90°C (TJ) |
| Mounting Type | Surface Mount | - |
| Additional Interfaces | CAN, EBI/EMI, HDQ/1-Wire®, I2C, McASP, McSPI, MMC/SD/SDIO, PCIe, QSPI, UART | - |
| Packaging | Tray | - |
| Display&Interface Controllers | - | HDMI |
Frequently asked questions
What is the primary difference between the AM5718AABCX and AM5716AABCX?
The AM5718AABCX and AM5716AABCX are both Sitara AM57x series Arm Cortex-A15 processors from Texas Instruments, but they differ in their integrated graphics and DSP subsystem configuration. The AM5718AABCX includes a dual-core C66x DSP and dual Arm Cortex-M4 cores along with a 3D graphics accelerator (PowerVR SGX544), while the AM5716AABCX omits the 3D graphics accelerator and has a reduced DSP configuration. Designers should confirm the exact subsystem differences in the respective TI datasheets before selecting between the two.
Are the AM5718AABCX and AM5716AABCX pin-to-pin compatible?
Both devices are offered in the same FCBGA (ABC) package with a 0.8 mm pitch and 760 balls, and TI documents them as part of the same AM571x pin-compatible family. However, pin-to-pin compatibility does not guarantee functional equivalence, because some balls may be assigned to features present on one device but not the other. A schematic and layout review against the TI datasheet pin multiplexing tables is required before substituting one for the other.
Can the AM5716AABCX be used as a drop-in replacement for the AM5718AABCX?
Not as a guaranteed drop-in replacement. Although both share the ABC package and AM571x family architecture, the AM5718AABCX provides additional graphics and DSP resources that the AM5716AABCX does not. If the design relies on the 3D graphics accelerator or the full DSP subsystem, the AM5716AABCX cannot substitute. A drop-in replacement is only valid after verifying that the target design does not use the features absent on the AM5716AABCX and that pin multiplexing is compatible.
Do both devices share the same Arm Cortex-A15 core architecture?
Yes. Both the AM5718AABCX and AM5716AABCX integrate a dual-core Arm Cortex-A15 MPCore complex, consistent with the TI AM571x family. The Cortex-A15 cores provide the same instruction set architecture and general-purpose processing capability across both part numbers; the differentiation between the two devices lies in the accelerator and DSP subsystem configuration rather than the Cortex-A15 core itself.
Which device should be selected for applications requiring 3D graphics acceleration?
The AM5718AABCX should be selected when 3D graphics acceleration is required, because it integrates a PowerVR SGX544 3D graphics accelerator. The AM5716AABCX does not include this 3D graphics accelerator, so applications needing hardware-accelerated 3D rendering should use the AM5718AABCX. Designers should confirm the graphics feature set in the TI datasheet for the specific silicon revision.
Are both parts supported by the same TI software and development tools?
Both devices belong to the TI Sitara AM57x processor family and are supported by the Processor SDK for AM57x, which includes Linux and RTOS offerings, as well as TI's Code Composer Studio and pin-mux/clock configuration tools. Because the two parts differ in accelerator and DSP resources, software must be configured for the specific device variant, and any code using the 3D graphics accelerator will not run on the AM5716AABCX.
What package and temperature grade do the AM5718AABCX and AM5716AABCX use?
Both part numbers use the ABC suffix designating the FCBGA package with 760 balls at 0.8 mm pitch, and the "X" suffix in the ordering code indicates the extended temperature range per TI's naming convention. Designers should verify the exact operating temperature range and package drawing in the TI datasheet and product page for the specific orderable part number before finalizing the design.