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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.
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.
Cooler by Design
PRIME A520M-A is engineered with an array of hybrid fan headers and features comprehensive cooling controls that are configurable via Fan Xpert 2+ 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.
PCIe 3.0 M.2 (up to 32 Gbps)
Achieve speed with onboard M.2
M.2 slot supports up to 22110 and data-transfer speeds of up to 32 Gbps 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 uniquely personal look.
Outstanding Audio
Combined onboard features deliver elevated audio
Intelligent design and premium hardware create audio quality unlike anything you've ever experienced.
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.
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
ASUS Prime A520M-K AMD Socket AM4 Motherboard
CPU
| CPU Socket | Socket AM4 |
| CPU Brand | AMD |
| Installed Processors (Max) | 0 (1) |
| Supported Processor Manufacturer | AMD |
| Supported Processors | 3rd Gen AMD Ryzen and 3rd Gen AMD Ryzen with Radeon Graphics Processors Processors |
| 64-bit Support | Yes |
| Socket | AM4 |
Rear Panel I/O Ports
| USB Ports | 4 x USB 3.0 2 x USB 2.0 |
| HDMI Port | 1 x HDMI 2.1 |
| VGA Port | 1 x D-Sub (VGA) |
| Keyboard/Mouse Combo Port | 1 x PS/2 |
| RJ-45 Ports | 1 x RJ-45 |
| Audio Line In Ports | 1 x 3.5mm Jack |
| Audio Line Out Ports | 1 x 3.5mm Jack |
| Microphone In Port | 1 x 3.5mm Jack |
Internal I/O Connectors
| SATA Connectors | 4 x SATA III |
| USB Connectors | 1 x USB 3.0 header (supports 2 ports) 2 x USB 2.0 headers (supports 4 ports) |
| Speaker | 1 x Speaker header |
| Front Panel Connectors | 1 x Front Panel 1 x Front Audio |
| Cooling Fan Support | 1 x CPU fan header 1 x Chassis fan header |
| S/PDIF Connectors | 1 x S/PDIF Out header |
| Serial Connectors | 1 x COM header |
| TPM Header | 1 x SPI TPM header |
| Power Connector Port | 1 x 20+4-pin ATX 1 x 4+4-pin EPS |
| Other Connectors | 1 x M.2, Socket 3, M Key (Type 2242/2260/2280) |
Memory
| Memory Bus Speed | 4600(O.C)/4400(O.C)/4000(O.C.)/3866(O.C.)/3733(O.C.)/3600(O.C.)/3466(O.C.)/3333(O.C.)/3200/3000/2800/2666/2400/2133 MHz |
| Memory Type | DDR4 |
| Maximum RAM | 64 GB |
| Memory Slot | 2 x DIMM |
Motherboard
| Chipset Manufacturer | AMD |
| Northbridge | A520 |
| RAID Supported | Yes |
| RAID Format | RAID 0, 1, 10 |
| SATA Supported | Yes |
Expansion
| Number of PCI Express Slots | 1 x PCI Express 3.0 x16 2 x PCI Express 3.0 x1 |
Graphics Device
| Integrated Graphics Supported | Yes |
Sound
| Integrated Sound | Realtek ALC887 |
Warranty
| Warranty | 3 Years |
Network
| Integrated Network | Realtek RTL8111H |
| Network Speeds Supported | 10/100/1000 Mbps |
| Wireless LAN | No |
| Bluetooth | No |
System Requirements
| Operating Systems Supported | Microsoft Windows 10 64-bit |
System
| BIOS | 256 Mb Flash ROM, UEFI AMI BIOS |
| Jumpers | 1 x Clear CMOS |
Physical
| Form Factor | MicroATX Motherboard |
| In The Box | Motherboard User's manual I/O Shield 2 x SATA 6Gb/s cable(s) 1 x Supporting DVD 1 x M.2 SSD screw package(s) |
| Width | 226 mm |
| Length | 221 mm |
Key Features
| Firewire | No |
| Wireless Network | No |
| Memory Channel | Dual |
| On-board Audio Type | 7.1 |
| Number of SATA Ports | 4 port(s) |
| Number of USB Ports | 6 port(s) |
| SATA III Support | Yes |
| USB 3.0 Support | Yes |
| Multi GPU Support | No |
| VGA Connection | Yes |
| DVI Connection | No |
| HDMI Connection | Yes |
| DisplayPort Connection | No |
| Motherboard Form Factor | mATX |
| Motherboard Power Connectors | 4 + 4-Pin |
| Motherboard Chipset | AMD A520 |
| Thunderbolt | No |
| Motherboard Model | ASUS Prime A520M-K |
| USB 3.1 Support | No |
| Internal USB3.0 Header | Yes |
| M.2 Support | Yes |
| On-board RGB Control | None |
| Memory Speed | 4600 MHz |
| RGB Header Type | None |
| Addressable RGB | No |
Item Details
| Manufacturer | ASUS |
| Manufacturer Code | 90MB1500-M0EAY0 |
| EAN | 4718017826921 |
| Condition | New |
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