Introduction

A520 MOTHERBOARD FOR EVERYONE
All Essentials You Need For Computing

Ultra M.2 32Gb/s (PCIe Gen3 x4 & SATA3)
The PCIe Gen3 x4 Ultra M.2 interface pushes data transfer speeds up to 32Gb/s. In addition, it also supports SATA3 6Gb/s M.2 modules.

HDMI 4k @60Hz
Supports the most recent HDMI 4K 60Hz graphics output specification. With the larger bandwidth and increased frame rate, the motion on your screen becomes more fluid and less blurry.

Dual Graphics Outputs
Complete with two types of most used connectors! Packed with a D-Sub + HDMI combo, you have more graphics output options now.

Full Spike Protection
Some sensitive digital components on the motherboard are vulnerable to power surges, the excessive current may cause your system to malfunction immediately. ASRock Full Spike Protection includes various technologies to prevent your motherboard's components from being damaged by these unexpected voltage spikes.

Live Update & APP Shop
ASRock Live Update & APP Shop is designed for your convenience. We provide various apps and support software for users to download. You can also easily optimize your system and keep your motherboard up to date with ASRock Live Update & APP Shop.

Processor

Processor manufacturer

AMD

Processor socket

Socket AM4

Compatible processor series

3rd Generation AMD RyzenT 3, 3rd Generation AMD Ryzen 5, 3rd Generation AMD RyzenT 7, 3rd Generation AMD RyzenT 9

Memory

Supported memory types

DDR4-SDRAM

Number of memory slots

2

Memory slots type

DIMM

Memory channels

Dual-channel

Non-ECC

Y

Supported memory clock speeds

2133,2400,2666,2933,3200,3466,3600,3733,3800,3866,4000,4133,4200,4266,4333,4400,4466,4500,4533 MHz

Maximum internal memory

64 GB

Unbuffered memory

Y

Storage controllers

Supported storage drive interfaces

M.2,SATA III

Number of HDDs supported

5

Graphics

Graphics card family

AMD

Graphics card

Radeon Vega

Internal I/O

USB 2.0 connectors

2

USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) connectors

1

Front panel audio connector

Y

ATX Power connector (24-pin)

Y

CPU fan connector

Y

Number of chassis fan connectors

2

Number of COM connectors

1

Rear panel I/O ports

USB 2.0 ports quantity

2

USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) Type-A ports quantity

4

Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) ports

1

PS/2 ports quantity

1

VGA (D-Sub) ports quantity

1

HDMI ports quantity

1

Microphone in

Y

Network

Ethernet LAN

Y

Ethernet interface type

Gigabit Ethernet

LAN controller

Realtek RTL8111H

Wake-on-LAN ready

Y

Wi-Fi

N

Features

Motherboard chipset

AMD A520

Audio output channels

7.1 channels

Component for

PC

Motherboard form factor

micro ATX

Motherboard chipset family

AMD

Expansion slots

PCI Express x1 (Gen 3.x) slots

1

PCI Express x16 (Gen 3.x) slots

1

BIOS

BIOS type

UEFI AMI

Weight & dimensions

Width

230 mm

Depth

201 mm

Packaging content

Cables included

SATA

Drivers included

Y