ASUS Prime series is expertly engineered to unleash the full potential of 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.
Aura On/Off Mode (Stealth)
Easily enable or disable Aura RGB lighting or every onboard LED, for a subdued aesthetic touch.
Cool to the Core
PRIME A520M-A II is engineered with multiple onboard heatsinks and an array of hybrid fan headers to ensure your rig stays cool and stable under intense workloads.
VRM Heatsink and Thermal Pad
A VRM heatsink with underneath thermal pad improves heat transfer from the MOSFETs for better cooling performance.
Cooler by Design
Prime A520M-A II is engineered with an array of hybrid fan headers and features comprehensive cooling controls that are configurable via Fan Xpert 2+ 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.
PCIe 3.0 M.2 (up to 32 Gbps)
Achieve speed with onboard M.2
M.2 slot supports up to 2280 and data-transfer speeds of up to 32 Gbps 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 uniquely 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.
Premium Japanese Capacitors
Premium parts provide an immersive sound signature, with exceptional fidelity.
Aura Sync
Outshine the Competition
A well-tuned enthusiast system deserves a matching aesthetic. ASUS Aura offers full RGB lighting control with a variety of functional presets for RGB LED strips connected to the onboard RGB headers. And it can all be synced with an ever-growing portfolio of Aura-capable hardware.
Addressable Gen 2 RGB Header
The addressable Gen 2 RGB header is now capable of detecting the number of LEDs on second-gen addressable RGB devices, allowing the software to automatically tailor lighting effects to specific devices. The new header also offers backward-compatibility with existing Aura RGB gear.
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 allows you to easily customize RGB lighting and effects for every compatible device in your arsenal. The software also provides control of settings for ASUS products, including keyboard and mouse preferences. Armoury Crate even features dedicated product registration and highlight to help you stay in touch with the ASUS community.
Specifications
| Processor manufacturer | AMD |
| Processor socket | Socket AM4 |
| Compatible processor series | AMD Ryzen™ 3, AMD Ryzen™ 5, AMD Ryzen™ 7, 3rd Generation AMD Ryzen™ 9, AMD Ryzen 9 5th Gen |
| Supported processor sockets | Socket AM4 |
| Supported memory types | DDR4-SDRAM |
| Number of memory slots | 4 |
| Memory slots type | DIMM |
| Memory channels | Dual-channel |
| ECC | Y |
| Supported memory clock speeds | 2133,2400,2666,2800,3000,3200,3333,3466,3600,3733,3866,4000,4133,4266,4400,4466,4600,4800 MHz |
| Maximum internal memory | 128 GB |
| Unbuffered memory | Y |
| Supported storage drive types | HDD & SSD |
| Supported storage drive interfaces | M.2,PCI Express 3.0,SATA III |
| Number of storage drives supported | 5 |
| RAID levels | 0,1,10 |
| Parallel processing technology support | Not supported |
| Maximum resolution | 3840 x 2160 pixels |
| USB 2.0 connectors | 2 |
| USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) connectors | 1 |
| Number of SATA III connectors | 4 |
| S/PDIF out connector | Y |
| Front panel audio connector | Y |
| ATX Power connector (24-pin) | Y |
| CPU fan connector | Y |
| Number of chassis fan connectors | 2 |
| EPS power connector (8-pin) | Y |
| Number of COM connectors | 1 |
| TPM connector | Y |
| 12V power connector | Y |
| RGB LED pin header | Y |
| USB 2.0 ports quantity | 2 |
| USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) Type-A ports quantity | 4 |
| Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) ports | 1 |
| PS/2 ports quantity | 1 |
| VGA (D-Sub) ports quantity | 1 |
| HDMI ports quantity | 1 |
| HDMI version | 2.1 |
| DisplayPorts quantity | 1 |
| DisplayPort version | 1.2 |
| Headphone outputs | 3 |
| Microphone in | Y |
| USB connector type | USB Type-A |
| Ethernet LAN | Y |
| Ethernet interface type | Gigabit Ethernet |
| Wake-on-LAN ready | Y |
| Wi-Fi | N |
| Motherboard chipset | AMD A520 |
| Audio chip | Realtek ALC887 / Realtek ALC897 |
| Audio output channels | 7.1 channels |
| Component for | PC |
| Motherboard form factor | micro ATX |
| Motherboard chipset family | AMD |
| Windows operating systems supported | Windows 10 x64 |
| PCI Express x1 (Gen 3.x) slots | 2 |
| PCI Express x16 (Gen 3.x) slots | 1 |
| Number of M.2 (M) slots | 1 |
| BIOS type | UEFI AMI |
| BIOS memory size | 128 Mbit |
| Clear CMOS jumper | Y |
| Width | 244 mm |
| Depth | 244 mm |
| Cables included | SATA |
| Drivers included | Y |
