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ASRock A520M-ITX/ac ITX Motherboard for AMD AM4 CPUs

ASRock A520M-ITX/ac ITX Motherboard for AMD AM4 CPUs

CCL Code: MBD2931

Discontinued

ASRock A520M-ITX/ac ITX Motherboard for AMD AM4 CPUs

90-MXBDG0-A0UAYZ

Key Features:

  • Socket AM4
  • AMD A520 Chipset
  • 4 x SATA & 6 x USB Ports
  • DDR4 (max 64GB, 2 slots)
  • HDMI and Display Port
  • ITX Form Factor
CCL Code: MBD2931

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Overview

8 Power Phase Design

Featuring sturdy components and completely smooth power delivery to the CPU. Plus, it enhanced performance with the lowest temperature for advanced gamers.

Premium 60A Power Choke

Compared to traditional chokes, ASRock’s premium 60A power chokes effectively make the saturation current up to three times better, thus providing enhanced and improved Vcore voltage to the motherboard.

RULE YOUR OWN LIGHTING WAY - POLYCHROME RGB

This motherboard features onboard RGB headers and an addressable RGB header that allow motherboard to be connected to compatible LED devices such as strip, CPU fans, coolers, chassis and so on. Users may also synchronize RGB LED devices across the Polychrome RGB Sync-certified accessories to create their own unique lighting effects.

*The addressable RGB LED header supports WS2812B addressable RGB LED strip (5V/Data/GND), with a maximum power rating of 3A (5V), a max of 80 LEDs and length within 2 meters.
*The RGB LED header supports standard 5050 RGB LED strip (12V/G/R/B), with a maximum power rating of 3A (12V) and length within 2 meters.

Dual Band 802.11ac WiFi

No one has time for weak WiFi signals and sluggish internet! That's why this motherboard comes with a 802.11ac WiFi (2.4G / 5G WiFi) module which supports wireless networks and Bluetooth v4.2.

Ultra M.2 32Gb/s (PCIe Gen3 x4 & SATA3)

The PCIe Gen3 x4 Ultra M.2 interface pushes data transfer speeds up to 32Gb/s. In addition, it also supports SATA3 6Gb/s M.2 modules.

Dual USB 3.2 Gen1 (Type-A + Type-C)

This motherboard has a pair of onboard Type-A and Type-C USB 3.2 Gen1 ports built on the rear i/o for supporting next generation USB 3.2 Gen1 devices and to deliver up to 5 Gbps data transfer rates.

Dual Graphics Outputs

Complete with two types of most used connectors! Packed with a HDMI + DisplayPort combo, you have more graphics output options now.

HDMI 4k @60Hz

Supports the most recent HDMI 4K 60Hz graphics output specification. With the larger bandwidth and increased frame rate, the motion on your screen becomes more fluid and less blurry.

Super Alloy Motherboard

Premium 60A Power Choke

Compared to traditional chokes, ASRock’s premium 60A power chokes effectively make the saturation current up to three times better, thus providing enhanced and improved Vcore voltage to the motherboard.

Dr. MOS

Dr.MOS is the integrated power stage solution which is optimized for synchronous buck-set down voltage applications! Intelligently delivering higher current and driving up to 50A continuous current for each phase, thus providing improved thermal result and superior performance.

High Density Glass Fabric PCB

High Density Glass Fabric PCB design that reduces the gaps between the PCB layers to protect the motherboard against electrical shorts caused by humidity.

Sapphire Black PCB

Pure black PCB appearance. The new Sapphire Black PCB represents rock-solid quality and gives the motherboard a more mysterious touch.

Full Spike Protection

Some sensitive digital components on the motherboard are vulnerable to power surges, the excessive current may cause your system to malfunction immediately. ASRock Full Spike Protection includes various technologies to prevent your motherboard’s components from being damaged by these unexpected voltage spikes.

Live Update & APP Shop

ASRock Live Update & APP Shop is designed for your convenience. We provide various apps and support software for users to download. You can also easily optimize your system and keep your motherboard up to date with ASRock Live Update & APP Shop.

Main Features

  • Supports 3rd Gen AMD AM4 Ryzen / Future AMD Ryzen Processors (3000 and 4000 Series Processors)
  • Supports DDR4 4733+ (OC)
  • 1 x PCIe 3.0 x16
  • Graphics Output: DisplayPort, HDMI
  • 7.1 CH HD Audio (Realtek ALC887 Audio Codec)
  • 4 x SATA3, 1 x Ultra M.2 (PCIe Gen3 x4 & SATA3)
  • 6 x USB 3.2 Gen1 (2 Front, 3 Rear Type-A, 1 x Rear Type-C)
  • Realtek Gigabit LAN
  • Intel 802.11ac WiFi + BT 4.2
Specifications

CPU

CPU Socket Socket AM4
CPU Brand AMD
Installed Processors (Max) 0 (1)
Supported Processor Manufacturer AMD
Supported Processors Supports 3rd Gen AMD AM4 Ryzen / future AMD Ryzen Processors (3000 and 4000 Series Processors)
64-bit Support Yes
Socket AM4

Rear Panel I/O Ports

USB Ports 1 x USB 3.0 Type-C
3 x USB 3.0 Type-A
2 x USB 2.0
DisplayPorts 1 x DisplayPort 1.4
HDMI Port 1 x HDMI 2.1
Keyboard/Mouse Combo Port 1 x PS/2
RJ-45 Ports 1 x RJ-45
Audio Line In Ports 1 x 3.5mm Jack
Audio Line Out Ports 1 x 3.5mm Jack
Microphone In Port 1 x 3.5mm Jack
Antenna Connector(s) 2 x SMA Antenna

Internal I/O Connectors

SATA Connectors 4 x SATA III
USB Connectors 1 x USB 3.0 header (supports 2 ports)
1 x USB 2.0 header (supports 2 ports)
Front Panel Connectors 1 x Front Panel
1 x Front Audio
Cooling Fan Support 1 x CPU fan header
2 x Chassis/Water Pump headers
Power Connector Port 1 x 20+4-pin ATX
1 x 4+4-pin EPS
Other Connectors 1 x M.2, Socket 3, M Key (Type 2280)
1 x ARGB LED header
1 x RGB LED header

Memory

Memory Bus Speed 4733+(OC) / 4666(OC) / 4600(OC) / 4533(OC) / 4466(OC) / 4400(OC) / 4333(OC) / 4266(OC) / 4200(OC) / 4133(OC) / 4000(OC) / 3866(OC) / 3800(OC) / 3733(OC) / 3600(OC) / 3466(OC) / 3200 / 2933 / 2667 / 2400 / 2133 MHz
Memory Type DDR4
Maximum RAM 64 GB
Memory Slot 2 x DIMM

Motherboard

Chipset Manufacturer AMD
Northbridge A520
RAID Supported Yes
RAID Format RAID 0, 1, 10
SATA Supported Yes

Expansion

Number of PCI Express Slots 1 x PCI Express 3.0 x16

Graphics Device

Integrated Graphics Supported Yes

Sound

Integrated Sound Realtek ALC887

Warranty

Warranty 3 Years

Network

Integrated Network Realtek RTL8111H
Network Speeds Supported 10/100/1000 Mbps
Wireless LAN Yes
Wireless Network Speed Up to 433 Mbps
Bluetooth Yes
Bluetooth Version 4.2

System Requirements

Operating Systems Supported Microsoft Windows 10 64-bit

System

BIOS 128Mb AMI UEFI Legal BIOS with GUI support
Supports "Plug and Play"
ACPI 5.1 compliance wake up events
Supports jumperfree
SMBIOS 2.3 support
CPU, CPU VDDCR_SOC, DRAM, VPPM, +1.8VSB, VDDP Voltage Multi-adjustment
Software Included (may be trial or restricted) Yes
Drivers Yes

Physical

Form Factor Mini-ITX Motherboard
In The Box ASRock A520M-ITX/ac Motherboard
Quick Installation Guide
Support CD
I/O Shield
2 x SATA Data Cables
2 x ASRock WiFi 2.4/5 GHz Antennas
Width 170 mm
Length 170 mm

Key Features

Memory Speed 4733 MHz
RGB Header Type 3-Pin ARGB
Addressable RGB Yes
Power Requirement (auto) 30 W
Max Memory Speed Supported (Non-overclocked) 3200 MHz
Max Memory Speed Supported (overclocked) 4733 MHz
CPU Power Pins (female) 8
Total M.2 Slots 1
Maximum NVMe M.2 ports 1
Maximum SATA M.2 ports 1
SATA ports 4
No. of front USB2.0 ports supported 2
No. of front USB3.0 ports supported 2
Firewire No
Wireless Network Yes
Memory Channel Dual
On-board Audio Type 7.1
Number of SATA Ports 4 port(s)
Number of USB Ports 6 port(s)
SATA III Support Yes
USB 3.0 Support Yes
Multi GPU Support No
VGA Connection No
DVI Connection No
HDMI Connection Yes
DisplayPort Connection Yes
Motherboard Form Factor ITX
Motherboard Power Connectors 4 + 4-Pin
Motherboard Chipset AMD A520
Thunderbolt No
Motherboard Model ASRock A520M-ITX/ac
WiFi Speed 433 Mbps
USB 3.1 Support No
Internal USB3.0 Header Yes
M.2 Support Yes
On-board RGB Control ASRock RGB LED

Item Details

Manufacturer ASRock
Manufacturer Code 90-MXBDG0-A0UAYZ
Alternative Part Number A520M-ITX/ac
EAN 4710483932045
Condition New
Warranty

Warranty Information

Warranty 3 Years

Manufacturer Information

Manufacturer ASRock
Manufacturer Code 90-MXBDG0-A0UAYZ
Q&A

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Q: Will this mobo work with a AMD Athlon 3000G
Answer by Website User on 30th May 2022
No
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Q: Is the item CCL Code: CPU0640 AM4 3000g compatible with this motherboard ?
Answer by Website User on 30th May 2022
No
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Q: What are the dimensions of this board?
Answer by Website User on 26th August 2021
This is standard ITX, so 170 x 170 mm. - Kristian N
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Q: What BIOS will this ship with? I would like to pair it with the Ryzen 5600g processor but I am conscious that it will not boot with any BIOS older than version 1.6
Answer by Website User on 19th August 2021
This will need a bios update to work with that CPU. - Kristian N
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