Description
The ASUS PRIME A520M-K AM4 M-ATX Motherboard is a versatile and expertly engineered solution designed to unlock the full potential of 3rd Generation AMD Ryzen processors. Built on the robust AMD A520 chipset, this motherboard features a powerful design and a host of intelligent tuning options, catering to DIY PC builders and daily users alike. It offers intuitive performance optimization via ASUS’s easy-to-use software and firmware, making it a perfect choice for productivity-focused systems. With support for up to 64GB of DDR4 memory at speeds of up to 4600 MHz (O.C.), the PRIME A520M-K ensures smooth and efficient multitasking.
Cooling is a critical aspect of any PC build, and the PRIME A520M-K delivers with comprehensive cooling controls and hybrid fan headers. Utilizing ASUS’s Fan Xpert software or the UEFI BIOS, users can customize cooling profiles to maintain stable performance under demanding workloads. The aluminum PCH heatsink further enhances thermal management, ensuring long-term stability and reliability. This motherboard is designed to keep your system running cool and quiet, even during intense operations.
Connectivity is another highlight of the PRIME A520M-K, with an array of modern features designed to meet the needs of today’s high-performance systems. The inclusion of an M.2 slot with PCIe 3.0 x4 support provides ultra-fast data transfer speeds of up to 32Gbps, ideal for operating systems and high-speed storage applications. Additionally, the board offers multiple USB ports, including four rear-panel USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A connectors, ensuring compatibility with a wide range of peripherals. The Realtek RTL8111H Gigabit Ethernet and ASUS LANGuard provide reliable and secure network performance.
Built with durability and user experience in mind, the PRIME A520M-K features ASUS’s exclusive SafeSlot Core PCIe design, delivering enhanced retention and shearing resistance for your graphics card. Its integrated audio solution, powered by Realtek ALC887, ensures pristine sound quality for an immersive experience. With its compact M-ATX form factor, this motherboard offers an ideal blend of performance, reliability, and features, making it a solid foundation for any AMD-powered system.
FEATURES:
- AMD AM4 socket: Ready for 3rd Gen AMD Ryzen™ and 3rd Gen AMD Ryzen™ with Radeon™ Graphics Processors
- Comprehensive cooling: PCH heatsink and Fan Xpert
- Ultrafast connectivity: M.2 support, 1 Gb Ethernet, USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A
- 5X Protection III: Multiple hardware safeguards for all-around system protection
- ASUS Thermal Solution: Aluminum heatsink design
SPECIFICATIONS:
- Socket: AM4
- CPU: Build in AMD AM4 Socket for 3rd Gen AMD Ryzen™ and 3rd Gen AMD Ryzen™ with Radeon™ Graphics Processors
- Chipset: A520
- DDR4 Memory: 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
- Memory Channel: Dual
- DIMM Slots: 2
- Max Memory (GB): 64GB
- PCI-E 3.0 x16: 1
- PCI-E 3.0 x1: 2
- M.2 Slot: 1
- SATA 6G: 4
- RAID: 0/1/10
- LAN: Realtek RTL8111H 1Gb Ethernet, ASUS LANGuard
- USB 3.2 ports (Front): 2(Gen 1, Type A)
- USB 3.2 ports (Rear): 4(Gen 1, Type A)
- USB 2.0 ports (Front): 4
- USB 2.0 ports (Rear): 2
- Audio ports (Rear): Realtek ALC8877.1 Surround Sound High Definition Audio CODEC
- HDMI: 1
- VGA: 1
- DirectX: 12
- Form Factor: M-ATX
- Operating System: Support for Windows® 10 64-bit
WHAT’S IN THE BOX:
- Asus PRIME A520M-K AM4 M-ATX Motherboard – Black x1
- SATA Cables x2
- I/O Shield x1
- M.2 SSD Screw Package x1
- User Manual x1
Additional information
| Weight | 700 kg |
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| Dimensions | 27 × 5 × 26 cm |
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| Name | ASUS PRIME A520M-K remove | ASUS Prime LC 360 ARGB White Edition 360MM Liquid CPU Cooler remove | ASUS ROG RYUO IV 360 ARGB Liquid CPU Cooler White Edition remove | Hiksemi Future RGB 16GBKIT (2x8GB) 3600MHz DDR4 Desktop Gaming Memory Black remove | GeIL Pristine 4GB DDR4 2666MHz Desktop Memory remove | Seagate SkyHawk Surveillance 8TB 256MB 3.5" SATA HDD remove | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| SKU | A520M-K-PRIME | ROGSTRIXLCIII360ARGBLCDWH | ROGRYUOIV360ARGB WH | HSC416U36C5-8G2 | GP44GB2666C19SC | ST8000VX010 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Price | R1,329.00 | R5,199.00 | R9,699.00 | R4,699.00 | R699.00 | R7,699.00 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Stock | 100 in stock | Out of stock | Out of stock | 10 in stock | 4 in stock | Out of stock | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Weight | 700 kg | 2400 kg | 3200 kg | 193 kg | 18 kg | 630 kg | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Dimensions | 27 × 5 × 26 cm | 40.4 × 20.7 × 13.55 cm | 42.5 × 22.95 × 13.65 cm | 16.2 × 1.7 × 13 cm | 13.3 × 0.25 × 3.1 cm | 2.02 × 10.16 × 14.6 cm | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Description | Efficient CPU cooling under heavy loads | Customisable LCD pump display and infinity mirror aesthetics | Integrated ARGB fans with simplified cabling | Broad Intel and AMD socket support | Clean white aesthetic for light-themed builds | 16GB DDR4 dual-channel kit | XMP 3600MHz overclocking | RGB lighting | aluminium heat spreader | lifetime warranty | Reliable DDR4 performance | 4GB single module | 2666 MT/s speed | 1.2V low-voltage operation | Broad Intel platform compatibility | Purpose-built for 24/7 surveillance | Supports up to 64 HD camera streams | 8TB of high-capacity storage | ImagePerfect firmware for uninterrupted recording | 1 million hours MTBF reliability | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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