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ASUS PRIME A520M-K AMD A520 Socket AM4 micro ATX
mATX, Socket AM4, AMD A520 chipset, 2x DIMM DDR4, 7.1 ch audio, UEFI AMI BIOS
£75.77
£63.14
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SKU
90MB1500-M0EAY0
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.
Internal I/O | |
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Number of M.2 (M) slots | 1 |
12V power connector | Yes |
Supported storage drive interfaces | M.2, SATA III |
USB 2.0 connectors | 2 |
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) connectors | 1 |
TPM connector | Yes |
S/PDIF out connector | Yes |
Number of SATA III connectors | 4 |
Number of EATX power connectors | 2 |
Number of COM connectors | 1 |
Number of chassis fan connectors | 1 |
Front panel audio connector | Yes |
CPU fan connector | Yes |
ATX Power connector (24-pin) | Yes |
Technical details | |
Motherboard chipset family | AMD |
Motherboard chipset | AMD A520 |
Supported processor sockets | Socket AM4 |
Parallel processing technology support | Not supported |
HDMI version | 2.1 |
Motherboard form factor | micro ATX |
Component for | PC |
Audio | |
Audio output channels | 7.1 channels |
Performance | |
Supported storage drive types | HDD & SSD |
Windows operating systems supported | Windows 10 x64, Windows 11 |
Motherboard chipset family | AMD |
Motherboard chipset | AMD A520 |
RAID levels | 0, 1, 10 |
Supported processor sockets | Socket AM4 |
Audio output channels | 7.1 channels |
Motherboard form factor | micro ATX |
Component for | PC |
Processor | |
Processor manufacturer | AMD |
Compatible processor series | AMD Ryzen™ 3, AMD Ryzen™ 5, AMD Ryzen™ 7 |
Supported processor sockets | Socket AM4 |
Processor socket | Socket AM4 |
Memory | |
Number of memory slots | 2 |
Memory slots type | DIMM |
Supported memory types | DDR4-SDRAM |
Memory channels | Dual-channel |
ECC | Yes |
Supported memory clock speeds | 2133,2400,2666,2800,2933,3000,3200,3333,3400,3466,3600,3733,3866,4000,4133,4200,4266,4333,4400,4466,4600,4866 MHz |
Maximum internal memory | 64 GB |
Unbuffered memory | Yes |
Storage controllers | |
Supported storage drive types | HDD & SSD |
Supported storage drive interfaces | M.2, SATA III |
RAID levels | 0, 1, 10 |
Number of storage drives supported | 5 |
RAID support | Yes |
Graphics | |
Parallel processing technology support | Not supported |
Rear panel I/O ports | |
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USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) Type-A ports quantity | 4 |
USB connector type | USB Type-A |
USB 2.0 ports quantity | 2 |
VGA (D-Sub) ports quantity | 1 |
PS/2 ports quantity | 1 |
Microphone in | Yes |
Headphone outputs | 3 |
HDMI version | 2.1 |
HDMI ports quantity | 1 |
Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) ports | 1 |
Network | |
Ethernet LAN | Yes |
Wi-Fi | No |
Wake-on-LAN ready | Yes |
LAN controller | Realtek RTL8111H |
Ethernet interface type | Gigabit Ethernet |
Features | |
Windows operating systems supported | Windows 10 x64, Windows 11 |
Motherboard chipset family | AMD |
Motherboard chipset | AMD A520 |
Supported processor sockets | Socket AM4 |
Audio output channels | 7.1 channels |
Motherboard form factor | micro ATX |
Component for | PC |
Audio chip | Realtek ALC887 / Realtek ALC897 |
Harmonized System (HS) code | 84733020 |
Expansion slots | |
Number of M.2 (M) slots | 1 |
PCI Express x1 (Gen 3.x) slots | 2 |
PCI Express x16 (Gen 3.x) slots | 1 |
BIOS | |
BIOS type | UEFI AMI |
Clear CMOS jumper | Yes |
BIOS memory size | 256 Mbit |
Software | |
Windows operating systems supported | Windows 10 x64, Windows 11 |
Logistics data | |
Harmonized System (HS) code | 84733020 |
Weight & dimensions | |
Width | 226 mm |
Depth | 221 mm |
Packaging content | |
Cables included | SATA |