Asus PRIME A520M-K Amd A520 Socket Am4 Micro Atx PRIME A520M-K

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.

Search Function
Quickly and easily find the option or setting you need.

ASUS User Profile
Port configuration settings between different BIOS versions or share them with friends.

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.

Intuitive Graphical Fan Control
Fine-tune individual fan settings simply by dragging a curve with the mouse.

EZ XMP
Improve DRAM performance with one click.

Cooler by Design
PRIME A520M-K is engineered with an array of hybrid fan headers and features comprehensive cooling controls that are configurable via Fan Xpert 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.

M.2 (up to 32 Gbps)
Achieve speed with onboard M.2
M.2 Slot supports data-transfer speed up to 32Gbps 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 unique personal look.

Outstanding Audio
Combined onboard features deliver elevated audio
Intelligent design and premium hardware create audio quality unlike anything you've ever experienced.

Audio Shielding
Separates analog/digital signal domains, significantly reducing multi-lateral interference.

Separate Layer for Left and Right Tracks
Ensures minimal crosstalk between audio paths.

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.

ASUS Prime motherboards have strengthened solder points around both the PCIe and DIMM pins.

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.

1000+
Compatible devices and components
The Prime A520 series provides superior compatibility with thousands of components and our Qualified Vendor List (QVL) identifies memory compatibility, giving you more choices for worry-free PC-building experiences.

8000+
Validation hours
Every ASUS motherboard is subjected to more than 8,000 hours of stringent tests, including burn-in, environmental, compatibility, software and safety tests to confirm their durability. ASUS reliability surpasses industry standards, ensuring that every component is designed to function flawlessly in any environment.

BIOS



BIOS memory size



256 Mbit


BIOS type



UEFI AMI


Clear CMOS jumper



Yes


Expansion slots



Number of M.2 (M) slots



1


PCI Express x1 (Gen 3.x) slots



2


PCI Express x16 (Gen 3.x) slots



1


Features



Audio chip



Realtek ALC887 / Realtek ALC897


Audio output channels



7.1 channels


Component for



PC


Motherboard chipset



AMD A520


Motherboard chipset family



AMD


Motherboard form factor



micro ATX


Windows operating systems supported



Windows 10 x64, Windows 11


Graphics



Parallel processing technology support



Not supported


Internal I/O



12V power connector



Yes


ATX Power connector (24-pin)



Yes


CPU fan connector



Yes


Front panel audio connector



Yes


Number of chassis fan connectors



1


Number of COM connectors



1


Number of EATX power connectors



2


Number of SATA III connectors



4


S/PDIF out connector



Yes


TPM connector



Yes


USB 2.0 connectors



2


USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) connectors



1


Logistics data



Harmonized System (HS) code



84733020


Memory



ECC



Yes


Maximum internal memory



64 GB


Memory channels



Dual-channel


Memory slots type



DIMM


Number of memory slots



2


Supported memory clock speeds



2133, 2400, 2666, 2800, 2933, 3000, 3200, 3333, 3400, 3466, 3600, 3733, 3866, 4000, 4133, 4200, 4266, 4333, 4400, 4466, 4600, 4866


Supported memory types



DDR4-SDRAM


Unbuffered memory



Yes


Network



Ethernet interface type



Gigabit Ethernet


Ethernet LAN



Yes


LAN controller



Realtek RTL8111H


Wake-on-LAN ready



Yes


Wi-Fi



No


Package dimensions



Gross Weight (Package, kg)



1.3 kg


Packaging content



Cables included



SATA


Processor



Compatible processor series



AMD Ryzen� 3, AMD Ryzen� 5, AMD Ryzen� 7


Processor manufacturer



AMD


Processor socket



Socket AM4


Supported processor sockets



Socket AM4


Product dimensions



Net Weight (Product, kg)



1 kg


Product Depth



22.1 cm


Product Width



22.6 cm


Rear panel I/O ports



Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) ports



1


HDMI ports quantity



1


HDMI version



2.1


Headphone outputs



3


Microphone in



Yes


PS/2 ports quantity



1


USB 2.0 ports quantity



2


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



4


USB connector type



USB Type-A


VGA (D-Sub) ports quantity



1


Storage controllers



Number of storage drives supported



5


RAID levels



0, 1, 10


RAID support



Yes


Supported storage drive interfaces



M.2, SATA III


Supported storage drive types



HDD & SSD


Vendor information



Brand Name


Asus


Warranty



1 Year(s)