ASUS Prime A520M-E DDR4 AMD Motherboard
MPN ASUS-PRIME-A520M-E · Brand ASUS · mATX
The ASUS Prime A520M-E is a Micro-ATX motherboard with AMD AM4 socket, AMD A520 chipset, support for Ryzen 5000/3000 Series CPUs, up to 64 GB DDR4, PCIe 3.0, M.2, and HDMI 2.1 output — a solid foundation for an AMD Ryzen desktop build
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Overview
The ASUS Prime A520M-E is a Micro-ATX motherboard built around the AMD A520 chipset and the AM4 socket, designed to support AMD Ryzen 5000 Series, 4000 G-Series, and 3000 Series desktop processors. It is a practical and well-rounded platform for daily productivity builds and budget-conscious DIY PC builders looking for a reliable AMD foundation. Memory support extends to two DDR4 DIMM slots with a maximum capacity of 64 GB, running at native speeds of up to DDR4-3200 and overclocked profiles reaching DDR4-4600 (O.C.). Dual-channel memory architecture is supported, and ECC memory compatibility varies by processor. For display output, the rear I/O provides three video interfaces: D-Sub, DVI-D, and HDMI 2.1 (4K@60Hz), making it suitable for systems pairing with AMD APUs that include integrated graphics. Expansion is handled by one PCIe 3.0 x16 slot and two PCIe 3.0 x1 slots from the A520 chipset. Storage options include one M.2 Socket 3 (M Key, Type 2242/2260/2280) supporting both PCIe 3.0 x4 and SATA modes, alongside four SATA 6Gb/s ports with RAID 0, 1, and 10 support. Connectivity on the rear panel comprises seven USB ports: one USB 3.2 Gen 2 (Type-A), four USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Type-A), and two USB 2.0 ports, plus a Gigabit Ethernet port powered by the Realtek RTL8111H controller with ASUS LANGuard protection. Audio is handled by the Realtek ALC887/897 codec delivering 7.1-channel surround sound with up to 24-bit/192kHz playback, dedicated audio PCB layers, audio shielding, and premium Japanese audio capacitors. ASUS 5X PROTECTION III safeguards include DIGI+ VRM, LANGuard, Overvoltage Protection, SafeSlot Core, and a stainless-steel back I/O panel. The board ships with a 256 Mb Flash ROM housing a UEFI AMI BIOS with ASUS EZ Mode, CrashFree BIOS 3, and EZ Flash 3 utilities. Fan management is handled via Fan Xpert software or directly through the UEFI BIOS. Verified Specifications: - Form Factor: Micro-ATX (8.9 in x 8.7 in / 22.6 cm x 22.1 cm) - Socket: AMD AM4 - Chipset: AMD A520 - CPU Support: AMD Ryzen 5000 / 4000 G-Series / 3000 Series - Memory: 2 x DIMM, max 64 GB, DDR4 up to 4600 MHz (O.C.) - Display: 1x D-Sub, 1x DVI-D, 1x HDMI 2.1 (4K@60Hz) - Storage: 1x M.2 PCIe 3.0 x4/SATA, 4x SATA 6Gb/s, RAID 0/1/10 - USB (Rear): 1x USB 3.2 Gen 2, 4x USB 3.2 Gen 1, 2x USB 2.0 - LAN: Realtek RTL8111H 1GbE - Audio: Realtek ALC887/897, 7.1 CH, 24-bit/192kHz - BIOS: 256 Mb Flash ROM, UEFI AMI - OS: Windows 10 64-bit - Warranty: 3 Years
Datasheet
| Warranty | 3 Years |
|---|---|
| Form Factor | mATX |
| Chipset | AMD A520 |
| CPU Type | AMD AM4 Socket for AMD RyzenTM 5000 Series/ 4000 G-Series/ 3000 Series Desktop Processors |
| Lan | Realtek RTL8111H 1Gb EthernetASUS LANGuard |
| Bios | 256 Mb Flash ROM, UEFI AMI BIOS |
| Audio | Realtek ALC887/897 7.1 Surround Sound High Definition Audio CODEC *- Supports : Jack-detection, Multi-streaming, Front Panel Jack-retasking, up to 24-Bit/192kHz playbackAudio Feature :- LED-illuminated design- Audio Shielding- Dedicated audio PCB layers- Premium Japanese audio capacitors* Choose the chassis with HD audio module in front panel to support 8-channel audio output |
| Memory | 2 x DIMM, Max. 64GB, DDR4 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 Un-buffered Memory *Dual Channel Memory ArchitectureECC Memory (ECC mode) support varies by CPU.* The maximum memory frequency supported varies by processor |
| Graphic | 1 x D-Sub1 x DVI-D1 x HDMI 2.1(4K@60HZ) |
| Storage | Total supports 1 x M.2 slot(s) and 4 x SATA 6Gb/s portsAMD Ryzen™ 5000 Series/ 4000 G-Series/ 3000 Series Desktop Processors :1 x M.2 Socket 3, with M Key, Type 2242/2260/2280 (PCIE 3.0 x4 and SATA modes) storage devices supportAMD A520 Chipset :4 x SATA 6Gb/s port(s),Support Raid 0, 1, 10 |
| USB Ports | Rear USB Port ( Total 7 )1 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 port(s)4 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 port(s)(4 x Type-A)2 x USB 2.0 port(s)(2 x Type-A)Front USB Port ( Total 6 )2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 port(s)(2 x Type-A)4 x USB 2.0 port(s)(4 x Type-A |
| Accessories | User´s manualI/O Shield2 x SATA 6Gb/s cable(s)1 x Supporting DVD1 x M.2 SSD screw package(s) |
| Manageability | WOL by PME, PXE |
| Back I/O Ports | 1 x PS/2 keyboard/mouse combo port(s)1 x DVI-D1 x D-Sub1 x HDMI1 x LAN (RJ45) port(s)1 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 (teal blue) (1 x Type-A)4 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 (blue) Type-A2 x USB 2.03 x Audio jack(s) |
| Expansion Slots | AMD Ryzen™ 5000 Series/ 4000 G-Series/ 3000 Series Desktop Processors1 x PCIe 3.0 x16 (x16 mode)AMD A520 Chipset2 x PCIe 3.0 x1 |
| Operating System | Windows® 10 64-bit |
| Software Features | ASUS Exclusive SoftwareArmoury CrateAI Suite 3- Performance and Power Saving UtilityTurboV EVOEPUDigi+ VRMFan Xpert- EZ updateASUS CPU-ZAI ChargerDAEMON ToolsNorton Anti-virus software (Free Trial for 60 days)WinRARUEFI BIOSASUS EZ DIY- ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3- ASUS EZ Flash 3- ASUS UEFI BIOS EZ Mode |
| Internal I/O Ports | 1 x CPU Fan connector(s)1 x Chassis Fan connector(s)1 x USB 3.2 Gen 1(up to 5Gbps) connector(s) support(s) additional 2 USB 3.2 Gen 1 port(s)2 x USB 2.0 connector(s) support(s) additional 4 USB 2.0 port(s)1 x M.2 Socket 3 with M key, type 2242/2260/2280 storage devices support (SATA & PCIE 3.0 x 4 mode)1 x SPI TPM header4 x SATA 6Gb/s connector(s)1 x S/PDIF out header(s)1 x 24-pin EATX Power connector(s)1 x 8-pin EATX 12V Power connectors1 x Front panel audio connector(s) (AAFP)1 x Clear CMOS jumper(s)1 x System panel connector1 x COM port header1 x Speaker connector |
| Asus Special Features | ASUS 5X PROTECTION III- ASUS DIGI+ VRM- ASUS LANGuard- ASUS Overvoltage Protection- ASUS SafeSlot Core- ASUS Stainless-Steel Back I/OASUS Q-Design- ASUS Q-DIMM- ASUS Q-SlotASUS Thermal Solution- Aluminum heatsink designASUS Lighting Control |
