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ASUS PRIME A520M-K AMD A520 Socket AM4 micro ATX

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90MB1500-M0EAY0
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mATX, Socket AM4, AMD A520 chipset, 2x DIMM DDR4, 7.1 ch audio, UEFI AMI BIOS
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Overview

Highlights

ASUS Prime series is expertly engineered to unleash the full potential of 3rd Generation AMD Ryzen platform. Boasting a robust power design, comprehensive cooling solutions and intelligent tuning options, Prime A520 series motherboards provide daily users and DIY PC builders a range of performance tuning options via intuitive software and firmware features.

Tune It Your Way
Comprehensive controls form the foundation of the ASUS Prime series. The Prime A520 motherboard packs flexible tools to tune every aspect of your system, enabling you to tweak performance settings to perfectly match the way you work – maximizing your productivity.

UEFI BIOS
The renowned ASUS UEFI BIOS provides everything you need to configure, tweak and tune your system. It offers intelligently simplified options for PC DIY beginners, as well as comprehensive features for seasoned veterans.

Advanced Tuning for Serious Tweakers
An intuitive Advanced mode offered via the UEFI lets you take complete control. A built-in search feature makes it easy to find options, and various Advanced functions let you intelligently make nuanced adjustments so you can dial in performance just the way you want.

Search Function
Quickly and easily find the option or setting you need.

ASUS User Profile
Port configuration settings between different BIOS versions or share them with friends.

Quick and Simple Setup
EZ mode displays vital settings and stats and also offers guided wizards, drag-and-drop functionality, and one-click application of important settings — all to help you get your rig up and running in no time.

Intuitive Graphical Fan Control
Fine-tune individual fan settings simply by dragging a curve with the mouse.

EZ XMP
Improve DRAM performance with one click.

Cooler by Design
PRIME A520M-K is engineered with an array of hybrid fan headers and features comprehensive cooling controls that are configurable via Fan Xpert software or via the UEFI BIOS, ensuring your rig stays cool and stable under intense workloads.

Build on a Solid Foundation
Prime A520 motherboard provides all the fundamentals to boost daily productivity, so your system will be ready for action with stable power, intuitive cooling and flexible transfer options.

M.2 (up to 32 Gbps)
Achieve speed with onboard M.2

M.2 Slot supports data-transfer speed up to 32Gbps via x4 PCI Express® 3.0 bandwidth. It‘s the perfect choice for an operating system or application drive, providing fast access to data.

USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A
Numerous USB ports support high-end rigs loaded with peripherals, including four rear-panel USB Type-A connectors with fast USB 3.2 Gen 1 connectivity for compatible cases.

Little Things Make a Big Difference
Prime A520 series adds the nuanced details that improve every experience, from exclusive codecs that provide pristine audio quality to intuitive interface that let you customize your system to create a unique personal look.

Outstanding Audio
Combined onboard features deliver elevated audio

Intelligent design and premium hardware create audio quality unlike anything you've ever experienced.

Audio Shielding
Separates analog/digital signal domains, significantly reducing multi-lateral interference.

Separate Layer for Left and Right Tracks
Ensures minimal crosstalk between audio paths.

Armoury Crate
Armoury Crate is a new software utility designed to give you centralized control of supported products, from a single intuitive interface. Armoury Crate provides control of settings for ASUS products, including keyboard and mouse preferences. This software even features dedicated product registration and highlight to help you stay in touch with the ASUS community.

SafeSlot Core
Fortified PCIe slot prevents damage

SafeSlot Core is the ASUS-exclusive PCIe slot. Featuring a fortified design that's anchored to the motherboard by a special hook, SafeSlot Core provides 1.6x stronger retention and 1.3x greater shearing resistance than standard expansion slots.

ASUS Prime motherboards have strengthened solder points around both the PCIe and DIMM pins.

Overvoltage Protection
World-class circuit-protecting power design
An exclusive circuit design with built-in voltage regulators to protect your motherboard from damage caused by unexpected high-level voltages from unstable or inferior power supplies.

DRAM Overcurrent Protection
Short-circuit damage prevention
Onboard resettable fuses prevent overcurrent and short-circuit damage. This extends beyond I/O ports to DRAM to safeguard the lifespan of your system and connected devices.

Stainless-Steel Back I/O
3X corrosion-resistance for greater durability
Corrosion-resistant stainless-steel back I/O panels bonded with chromium oxide have a lifespan that's three times longer than ordinary panels.

LANGuard
Pumped-up throughput 2.5X higher surge tolerance
ASUS LANGuard is a hardware-level network protection feature that integrates advanced signal-coupling technology and premium anti-EMI surface-mounted capacitors to improve throughput and ensure a more reliable connection.

1000+
Compatible devices and components

The Prime A520 series provides superior compatibility with thousands of components and our Qualified Vendor List (QVL) identifies memory compatibility, giving you more choices for worry-free PC-building experiences.

8000+
Validation hours

Every ASUS motherboard is subjected to more than 8,000 hours of stringent tests, including burn-in, environmental, compatibility, software and safety tests to confirm their durability. ASUS reliability surpasses industry standards, ensuring that every component is designed to function flawlessly in any environment.

Good to know

Processor

  • Compatible processor series
    AMD Ryzen 3, AMD Ryzen 5, AMD Ryzen 7
  • ECC supported by processor
    No
  • Processor manufacturer
    AMD
  • Processor socket
    Socket AM4
  • Supported processor sockets
    Socket AM4

Memory

  • ECC
    No
  • Memory channels
    Dual-channel
  • Memory slots type
    DIMM
  • Non-ECC
    No
  • Number of memory slots
    2.000000

Storage controllers

  • Number of storage drives supported
    5.000000
  • RAID support
    No
  • SAS controller
    No
  • Supported storage drive interfaces
    M.2,SATA III
  • Supported storage drive types
    HDD & SSD

Graphics

  • Discrete graphics support
    No
  • HDCP
    No
  • On-board graphics card
    No
  • Parallel processing technology support
    Not supported

Full Specs

    Logistics data
    • Harmonized System (HS) code
      84733020
    Expansion slots
    • Number of M.2 (M) slots
      1.000000
    • PCI Express x1 (Gen 3.x) slots
      2.000000
    • PCI Express x16 (Gen 3.x) slots
      1.000000
    Technical details
    • FireWire support
      No
    • Integrated LAN
      No
    • Sustainability compliance
      No
    Graphics
    • Discrete graphics support
      No
    • HDCP
      No
    • On-board graphics card
      No
    • Parallel processing technology support
      Not supported
    BIOS
    • BIOS memory size
      256.000000
    • BIOS type
      UEFI AMI
    • Clear CMOS button
      No
    • Clear CMOS jumper
      No
    • Plug and Play
      No
    Processor
    • Compatible processor series
      AMD Ryzen 3, AMD Ryzen 5, AMD Ryzen 7
    • ECC supported by processor
      No
    • Processor manufacturer
      AMD
    • Processor socket
      Socket AM4
    • Supported processor sockets
      Socket AM4
    Storage controllers
    • Number of storage drives supported
      5.000000
    • RAID support
      No
    • SAS controller
      No
    • Supported storage drive interfaces
      M.2,SATA III
    • Supported storage drive types
      HDD & SSD
    Network
    • Bluetooth
      No
    • Ethernet LAN
      No
    • Ethernet interface type
      Gigabit Ethernet
    • LAN controller
      Realtek RTL8111H
    • Near Field Communication (NFC)
      No
    • Wake-on-LAN ready
      No
    • Wi-Fi
      No
    Features
    • Audio chip
      Realtek ALC887 / Realtek ALC897
    • Audio output channels
      7.1
    • Component for
      PC
    • Embedded USB (eUSB) SSD option
      No
    • Motherboard chipset family
      AMD
    • Rack-Friendly board
      No
    • Watch Dog function
      No
    • Windows operating systems supported
      Windows 11, Windows 10 x64
    Memory
    • ECC
      No
    • Memory channels
      Dual-channel
    • Memory slots type
      DIMM
    • Non-ECC
      No
    • Number of memory slots
      2.000000
    • Supported memory clock speeds
      2133, 2400, 2666, 2800, 3000, 3200, 3333, 3466, 3600, 3733, 3866, 4133, 4400, 4466, 4600, 2933, 3400, 4000, 4200, 4266, 4333, 4866
    • Supported memory types
      DDR4-SDRAM
    • Unbuffered memory
      No
    Packaging content
    • Antenna included
      No
    • Batteries included
      No
    • Cables included
      SATA
    • Drivers included
      No
    • M.2 standoff included
      No
    • Manual
      No
    • Screws included
      No
    • User guide
      No
    Rear panel I/O ports
    • Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) ports
      1.000000
    • HDMI ports quantity
      1.000000
    • HDMI version
      2.1
    • Headphone outputs
      3.000000
    • IPMI LAN (RJ-45) port
      No
    • Line-in
      No
    • Microphone in
      No
    • PS/2 ports quantity
      1.000000
    • Rear speaker out
      No
    • S/PDIF out port
      No
    • Subwoofer out
      No
    • USB 2.0 ports quantity
      2.000000
    • USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) Type-A ports quantity
      4.000000
    • USB connector type
      USB Type-A
    • VGA (D-Sub) ports quantity
      1.000000
    Internal I/O
    • 12V power connector
      No
    • ATX Power connector (24-pin)
      No
    • Audio connector
      No
    • CD/AUX audio in
      No
    • CPU fan connector
      No
    • Chassis intrusion connector
      No
    • EPS power connector (8-pin)
      No
    • Front panel audio connector
      No
    • Front panel connector
      No
    • Number of COM connectors
      1
    • Number of EATX power connectors
      2.000000
    • Number of SATA III connectors
      4.000000
    • Number of chassis fan connectors
      1
    • Parallel connector
      No
    • Power fan connector
      No
    • RGB LED pin header
      No
    • S/PDIF out connector
      No
    • TPM connector
      No
    • USB 2.0 connectors
      2.000000
    • USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) connectors
      1.000000
    Other features
    • BIOS switch button
      No
    • Back-to-BIOS button
      No
    • CF card connector
      No
    • Combo headphone/mic port
      No
    • DC-in jack
      No
    • DVI port
      No
    • Disk on Module (DOM) power connector
      No
    • DualBIOS
      No
    • Embedded options available
      No
    • IPMI 2.0 slot
      No
    • Intel Node Manager
      No
    • Intel® vPro™ Platform Eligibility
      No
    • LVDS connector
      No
    • Maximum internal memory
      64.000000
    • PCI Express x16 dual x8/x8 mode
      No
    • Parallel port via internal header
      No
    • Quick installation guide
      No
    • Registered
      No
    • S/PDIF in connector
      No
    • S/PDIF in port
      No
    • Serial port via internal header
      No
    • Supplemental SKU
      No
    • Utilities included
      No
    Processor special features
    • Execute Disable Bit
      No
    • Integrated BMC with IPMI
      No
    • Integrated systems available
      No
    • Intel AC'97 technology
      No
    • Intel Advanced Management Technology
      No
    • Intel Build Assurance Technology
      No
    • Intel Client Initiated Remote Access (CIRA) technology
      No
    • Intel Dual Display Capable Technology
      No
    • Intel Efficient Power Technology
      No
    • Intel Extreme Memory Profile (XMP)
      No
    • Intel Fast Memory Access
      No
    • Intel Flex Memory Access
      No
    • Intel I/O Acceleration Technology
      No
    • Intel Intelligent Power Node Manager
      No
    • Intel Quick Resume Technology
      No
    • Intel Quiet System Technology (QST)
      No
    • Intel Quiet Thermal Technology
      No
    • Intel Rapid Storage Technology
      No
    • Intel Rapid Storage Technology enterprise
      No
    • Intel Remote PC Assist Technology (RPAT)
      No
    • Intel Server Customization Technology
      No
    • Intel Server Management Software
      No
    • Intel Stable Image Platform Program (SIPP)
      No
    • Intel Trusted Execution Technology
      No
    • Intel VT-x with Extended Page Tables (EPT)
      No
    • Intel Virtualization Technology (VT-x)
      No
    • Intel Virtualization Technology for Directed I/O (VT-d)
      No
    • Intelligent Platform Management Interface (IPMI) support
      No
    • Intel® AES New Instructions (Intel® AES-NI)
      No
    • Intel® Active Management Technology (Intel® AMT)
      No
    • Intel® Anti-Theft Technology (Intel® AT)
      No
    • Intel® Clear Video HD Technology (Intel® CVT HD)
      No
    • Intel® High Definition Audio (Intel® HD Audio)
      No
    • Intel® InTru™ 3D Technology
      No
    • Intel® Insider™
      No
    • Intel® Matrix Storage Technology (Intel® MST)
      No
    • Intel® Optane™ DC Persistent Memory Supported
      No
    • Intel® Optane™ DC Persistent Memory technology
      No
    • Intel® Optane™ Memory Ready
      No
    • Intel® Platform Trust Technology (Intel® PTT)
      No
    • Intel® Quick Sync Video Technology
      No
    • Intel® Remote Wake Technology (Intel® RWT)
      No
    • Intel® Small Business Advantage (Intel® SBA)
      No
    • Intel® Smart Response Technology
      No
    • Trusted Platform Module (TPM)
      No

More Information

Specifications

  • Processor manufacturer
    AMD
  • Ethernet LAN
    No
  • ECC
    No
  • BIOS type
    UEFI AMI
  • Audio output channels
    7.1
  • Microphone in
    No
  • Processor socket
    Socket AM4
  • Wake-on-LAN ready
    No
  • S/PDIF out connector
    No
  • CPU fan connector
    No
  • Number of COM connectors
    1
  • ATX Power connector (24-pin)
    No
  • Number of chassis fan connectors
    1
  • Front panel audio connector
    No
  • Wi-Fi
    No
  • TPM connector
    No
  • HDMI version
    2.1
  • RAID support
    No
  • Memory channels
    Dual-channel
  • Unbuffered memory
    No
  • Motherboard chipset family
    AMD
  • Component for
    PC
  • Clear CMOS jumper
    No
  • Memory slots type
    DIMM
  • Supported storage drive types
    HDD & SSD
  • Supported storage drive interfaces
    M.2,SATA III
  • Audio chip
    Realtek ALC887 / Realtek ALC897
  • 12V power connector
    No
  • Harmonized System (HS) code
    84733020
  • USB connector type
    USB Type-A
  • Compatible processor series
    AMD Ryzen 3, AMD Ryzen 5, AMD Ryzen 7
  • Cables included
    SATA
  • Parallel processing technology support
    Not supported
  • LAN controller
    Realtek RTL8111H
  • Supported memory clock speeds
    2133, 2400, 2666, 2800, 3000, 3200, 3333, 3466, 3600, 3733, 3866, 4133, 4400, 4466, 4600, 2933, 3400, 4000, 4200, 4266, 4333, 4866
  • Supported processor sockets
    Socket AM4
  • Supported memory types
    DDR4-SDRAM
  • Ethernet interface type
    Gigabit Ethernet
  • Windows operating systems supported
    Windows 11, Windows 10 x64
  • BIOS memory size
    256
  • PS/2 ports quantity
    1
  • Maximum internal memory
    64
  • USB 2.0 ports quantity
    2
  • Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) ports
    1
  • Headphone outputs
    3
  • VGA (D-Sub) ports quantity
    1
  • USB 2.0 connectors
    2
  • Number of EATX power connectors
    2
  • HDMI ports quantity
    1
  • USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) connectors
    1
  • Number of SATA III connectors
    4
  • Number of storage drives supported
    5
  • PCI Express x1 (Gen 3.x) slots
    2
  • PCI Express x16 (Gen 3.x) slots
    1
  • Number of memory slots
    2
  • Number of M.2 (M) slots
    1
  • USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) Type-A ports quantity
    4

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