The ASUS Prime series has been designed with expertise to unleash the full potential of the AMD Ryzen 3rd generation platform. Featuring robust power design, comprehensive cooling solutions, and smart tuning options, the Prime A520 motherboards provide everyday users and DIY PC builders with a range of performance tuning options through intuitive software and firmware features.
Product Details
- Size
- Micro ATX
- Type
- Desktop
Processor
- Supported Processors
- AMD
- Models
- Ryzen
- Supported CPU Generation
- Zen 2, Zen 3
- Socket
- AM4
Chipset
- Model
- AMD A520
Memory
- Memory type
- DDR4
- Quantity
- 2 DIMM Slots
- Memory Speeds
- 2133, 2400, 2666, 2800, 2933, 3000, 3200, 3333OC, 3400OC, 3466OC, 3600OC, 3733OC, 3866OC, 4000OC, 4133OC, 4200OC, 4266OC, 4333OC, 4400, 4466OC, 4600OC, 4666OC, 4866OC, 5100OC
- Memory Channels
- Dual Channel
Internal Connectors
- PCI Express x16 3.0
- 1 Slot
- SATA III 6Gb/s
- 4 Port
- M.2 Type
- 1 PCIe 3.0 Port
- M.2 Slots
- 0
External Connectors
- Rear USB-A outputs
- 2 USB 2.0 Ports, 4 USB 3.2 Ports
- Rear USB-C outputs
- 4 USB 3.2 Ports
- Ethernet (LAN)
- 1
- Screen Connections
- HDMI
Specifications
- RGB Lighting
- -
- WiFi/Bluetooth
- No
- Extra
- Clear CMOS button
Sound
- Sound Card Channels
- 7.1
- Additional Audio Connections
- Optical S/PDIF
Top Specs
- Memory
- 2x DDR4
Important information
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Description
The Asus PRIME A520M-R is a motherboard aimed at users seeking a reliable solution for building a basic or mid-level computing system. Asus's PRIME series typically offers basic features and reliable performance. This motherboard may be suitable for general use, office work, or even light gaming, although its capabilities for advanced gaming requirements are more limited compared to other motherboards specifically designed for gaming.
Prime Series
The ASUS Prime series has been designed with expertise to unleash the full potential of the AMD Ryzen 3rd generation platform. Featuring robust power design, comprehensive cooling solutions, and smart tuning options, the Prime A520 motherboards provide everyday users and DIY PC builders with a range of performance tuning options through intuitive software and firmware features.
Cooling Design
The PRIME A520 series features integrated cooling controls that can be configured through the Fan Xpert software or through the UEFI BIOS.
- Each header can dynamically reference three thermal sensors. Fan Xpert allows you to map the temperature of supported ASUS graphics cards to optimize cooling for GPU and CPU intensive tasks.
- A dedicated integrated circuit protects the fan header from overheating and overcurrent.
- Each onboard header supports automatic detection of PWM or DC fans.
M.2 up to 32 Gbps
The M.2 slot supports data transfer speeds of up to 32 Gbps via a x4 PCI Express 3.0 bandwidth. It is the ideal choice for a system or application drive, providing fast access to data.