ASUS PRIME A520M-R AMD AM4 micro-ATX Motherboard

Model	PRIME A520M-R
CPU	AMD Socket AM4 for AMD Ryzen 5000 Series/ 5000 G-Series/ 4000 G-Series/ 3000 Series/ 3000 G-Series Desktop Processors* * Refer to www.asus.com for CPU support list.
Chipset	AMD A520 Chipset
Memory	2 x DIMM slots, max. 64GB, DDR4 5100(OC)/ 4866(OC)/ 4666(OC)/ 4600(OC)/ 4466(OC)/ 4400(OC)/ 4333(OC)/ 4266(OC)/ 4200(OC)/ 4133(OC)/ 4000(OC)/ 3866(OC)/ 3733(OC)/ 3600(OC)/ 3466(OC)/ 3400(OC)/ 3333(OC)/ 3200/ 3000/ 2933/ 2800/ 2666/ 2400/ 2133, Un-buffered Memory* Dual-channel memory architecture * ECC memory (ECC mode) support varies by CPU. * Supported memory types, data rate (speed), and number of DRAM modules vary depending on the CPU and memory configuration, for more information please refer to CPU/Memory Support list under the Support tab of product information site or visit https://www.asus.com/support/.
Graphics	1 x HDMI port** * Graphics specifications may vary between CPU types. Please refer to AMD CPU specifications. ** Supports 4K@60Hz as specified in HDMI 2.1.
Expansion Slots	AMD Ryzen 5000 Series/ 5000 G-Series/ 4000 G-Series/ 3000 Series/ 3000 G-Series Desktop Processors 1 x PCIe 3.0 x16 slot (supports x16 mode) AMD A520 Chipset 1 x PCIe 3.0 x1 slot - To ensure compatibility of the device installed, please refer to https://www.asus.com/support/ for the list of supported peripherals.
Storage	Supports 1 x M.2 slot and 4 x SATA 6Gb/s ports* AMD Ryzen 5000 Series/ 5000 G-Series/ 4000 G-Series/ 3000 Series/ 3000 G-Series Desktop Processors M.2 slot (Key M), type 2242/2260/2280 (supports PCIe 3.0 x4 & SATA modes) AMD A520 Chipset 4 x SATA 6Gb/s ports * AMD RAIDXpert2 Technology supports both PCIe RAID 0/1/10 and SATA RAID 0/1/10.
Ethernet	1 x Realtek 1Gb Ethernet
USB	Rear USB (Total 6 ports) 4 x USB 5Gbps ports (4 x Type-A) 2 x USB 2.0 ports (2 x Type-A) Front USB (Total 6 ports) 1 x USB 5Gbps header supports 2 additional USB 5Gbps ports 2 x USB 2.0 headers support 4 additional USB 2.0 ports
Audio	Realtek 7.1 Surround Sound High Definition Audio CODEC* - Supports: Jack-detection, Multi-streaming, Front Panel Jack-retasking - Supports up to 24-Bit/192 kHz playback Audio Features - Audio Shielding - Premium audio capacitors - Dedicated audio PCB layers * A chassis with an HD audio module in the front panel is required to support 7.1 Surround Sound audio output.
Back Panel I/O Ports	4 x USB 5Gbps ports (4 x Type-A) 2 x USB 2.0 ports (2 x Type-A) 1 x HDMI port 1 x Realtek 1Gb Ethernet port 3 x Audio jacks 1 x PS/2 keyboard (purple) portv 1 x PS/2 mouse (green) port
Internal I/O Connectors	Fan and Cooling Related 1 x 4-pin CPU Fan header 1 x 4-pin Chassis Fan header Power Related 1 x 24-pin Main Power connector 1 x 4-pin +12V Power connector Storage Related 1 x M.2 slot (Key M)v 4 x SATA 6Gb/s ports USB 1 x USB 5Gbps header supports 2 additional USB 5Gbps ports 2 x USB 2.0 headers support 4 additional USB 2.0 ports Miscellaneous 1 x Clear CMOS headerv 1 x COM Port header 1 x Front Panel Audio header (F_AUDIO) 1 x S/PDIF Out header 1 x Speaker header 1 x SPI TPM header (14-1pin) 1 x 10-1 pin System Panel header
Special Features	ASUS 5X PROTECTION III - DIGI+ VRM - LANGuard - Overvoltage protection - SafeSlot Core - Stainless-steel back I/O ASUS Q-Design - Q-DIMM - Q-LED Core - Q-Slot ASUS Thermal Solution - Aluminum heatsink design
Software Features	ASUS Exclusive Software Armoury Crate AI Suite 3 - Performance And Power Saving Utility TurboV EVO EPU DIGI+ VRM Fan Xpert - EZ update - PC Cleaner ASUS CPU-Z Norton 360 Deluxe (60 Days Free Trial) WinRAR (40 Days Free Trial) UEFI BIOS ASUS EZ DIY - ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 - ASUS EZ Flash 3 - ASUS UEFI BIOS EZ Mode
BIOS	128 Mb Flash ROM, UEFI AMI BIOS
Manageability	WOL by PME, PXE
Accessories	Cables 2 x SATA 6Gb/s cables Miscellaneous 1 x I/O shield 1 x M.2 anchor Documentation 1 x Quick start guide
Operating System	Windows 11, Windows 10 64-bit
Form Factor	micro-ATX Form Factor 9.3 inch x 7.6 inch ( 23.6 cm x 19.3 cm )
Warranty	3-Year Brand Warranty (Condition applied)

Description

ASUS PRIME A520M-R AMD AM4 micro-ATX Motherboard
ASUS PRIME A520M-R AMD AM4 micro-ATX Motherboard is intended for regular users of PCs and builders who need solid performance and reliable features. The motherboard can support AMD Ryzen 5000, 5000 G-Series, 4000 G-Series, 3000, and 3000 G-Series desktop CPUs with the AM4 socket. This board has two DDR4 slots, a PCIe 3.0 x16 SafeSlot Core for graphics cards, a PCIe 3.0 x1 slot, and a 32Gb/s M.2 slot that supports both PCIe 3.0 x4 and SATA modes for fast storage. Four SATA 6 Gbps ports are also available for extra storage requirements.
PRIME A520M-R features front and rear USB 5 Gbps and USB 2.0 ports for front panel connections of various devices. It also comes equipped with Realtek 1 Gb Ethernet for secure and fast internet, with ASUS LANGuard for enhanced security and better signal quality. Cooling is regulated by a PCH heatsink and Fan Xpert software, which allows users to regulate fan speeds based on system temperatures. Each fan header can monitor over one temperature source, and Fan Xpert also accommodates ASUS graphics cards for better cooling. For sound, the board utilizes audio shielding, high-capacity capacitors, and dual PCB layers for left and right audio channels, delivering clean and high-quality sound.
DIY users are supported by DIGI+ VRM for stable power, and power-saving technologies including the EPU for instantaneous power adjustment. Easy-to-use controls are delivered by the UEFI BIOS for new users and experts. ASUS PRIME A520M-R is a great choice for building a stable, power-efficient PC with support for new Ryzen CPUs, high-speed storage, and standard connectivity options. It's even Windows 11-ready, so it's ready for the latest systems.