MB ASUS Prime A520M-K AM4 2xDDR4 M.2 HDMI D-sub mATX

ASUS Prime A520M-K — compact motherboard

For building an efficient and affordable PC that can handle office tasks, home work, and multimedia entertainment, the ASUS Prime A520M-K is the ideal foundation. This micro ATX motherboard is built on the AMD A520 chipset and supports AMD Ryzen™ 5000, 4000, and 3000 Series processors, including G-Series models with integrated graphics. With 2 DIMM slots for up to 64GB DDR4 memory and M.2 storage with PCIe 3.0 x4, it offers enough performance and flexibility for most common applications. ASUS 5X Protection III and advanced cooling technologies ensure reliable operation, making it a great choice for long-term use.

Expandability and Connectivity

The board is equipped with 1× PCIe 3.0 x16 slot for a graphics card and 2× PCIe 3.0 x1 slots for add-in cards. Storage can be expanded with 1× M.2 slot (with PCIe 3.0 x4 and SATA support) and 4× SATA 6 Gb/s ports, including support for RAID modes 0, 1, and 10. This allows for maximum flexibility in system configuration. Network connectivity is provided by Realtek RTL8111H 1Gb Ethernet, which is protected by ASUS LANGuard technology for greater stability and security.

Video and USB outputs

ASUS Prime A520M-K supports modern display technologies with an HDMI 2.1 port, which allows output in resolutions up to 4K at 60 Hz, which is ideal for sharp and smooth images. There is also a traditional D-Sub port for compatibility with older monitors. On the rear panel, you will find 4× USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A ports and 2× USB 2.0 ports, providing ample options for connecting peripherals.

Advanced Cooling and Protection

For stable operation even under high loads, the board is equipped with an aluminum heatsink on the chipset and supports 2 fans that can be controlled using Fan Xpert technology. Hardware protection is provided by ASUS SafeSlot Core technologies for a secure card hold, surge protection, and other safety features included in ASUS 5X Protection III.

Specifications

• Processor Support: AMD Ryzen™ 5000/5000 G/4000 G/3000/3000 G Series
• Memory: 2× DDR4 DIMMs up to 64GB, speeds up to 5100MHz (OC)
• Storage: 1× M.2 (PCIe 3.0 x4/SATA), 4× SATA 6Gb/s (RAID 0/1/10)
• Graphics Outputs: HDMI 2.1 (4K @ 60Hz), D-Sub
• Network: Realtek RTL8111H 1Gb Ethernet
• USB Ports: Rear I/O - 4× USB 3.2 Gen 1, 2× USB 2.0; Front - 6 ports via internal headers
• Audio: Realtek ALC887/897 7.1 Surround Sound HD Audio CODEC
• Power: 1× 24pin Main Power, 1× 8pin +12V Power

The ASUS Prime A520M-K is a great choice for those looking for a reliable and compact motherboard with wide compatibility and features for both modern and traditional builds.