ASUS PRIME A520M-A II/CSM mATX Motherboard | AM4 | 4x DDR4 Slots
KEY FEATURES
- AMD AM4 socket: Ready for Ryzen™ 5000 Series/ 4000 G-Series/ 3000 Series Desktop Processors
- Comprehensive cooling: VRM heatsink, PCH heatsink, and Fan Xpert 2+
- Ultrafast connectivity: M.2 support,1 Gb Ethernet, USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A
- Aura Sync RGB: Onboard RGB headers and addressable Gen 2 headers for RGB LED strips, easily synced with Aura Sync-capable hardware
- ASUS Control Center Express (ACCE) for easier IT endpoint management
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What processors are compatible with the ASUS PRIME A520M-A II/CSM?
How much memory can the motherboard support?
Does this motherboard support RGB lighting?
ASUS PRIME A520M-A II/CSM mATX Motherboard | AM4 | 4x DDR4 Slots
Description
The ASUS PRIME A520M-A II/CSM is a budget-focused micro ATX motherboard built around AMD's A520 chipset for Socket AM4 processors. This board is designed for straightforward builds using AMD Ryzen 3 and Ryzen 5 processors, making it an ideal choice for home office systems, basic gaming rigs, or everyday computing tasks where reliable performance matters more than premium features. The micro ATX form factor fits comfortably in compact cases while still providing room for essential expansion.
Memory support is comprehensive with four DDR4 DIMM slots accommodating up to 128GB of system RAM, with speeds ranging from DDR4-2133 up to DDR4-4800 for those wanting to push performance further. The board includes two PCIe x1 slots for expansion cards alongside standard connectivity options. An RGB LED pin header lets you add custom lighting to match your build aesthetic, while Realtek Gigabit Ethernet handles wired network connections reliably.
Setup is straightforward thanks to the UEFI AMI BIOS stored on 128MB of flash ROM, which provides a user-friendly interface for system configuration and memory profile adjustments. The board supports higher-speed DDR4 memory profiles to extract better performance from compatible RAM kits. In the box, you'll find the essential installation hardware including an I/O shield, SATA cables for connecting storage drives, and a comprehensive user guide to walk you through the build process.
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| Processor | |
|---|---|
| Processor manufacturer | AMD |
| Processor socket | Socket AM4 |
| Compatible processor series | AMD Ryzen™ 3, AMD Ryzen™ 5 |
| Memory | |
|---|---|
| Supported memory types | DDR4-SDRAM |
| Number of memory slots | 4 |
| Memory slots type | DIMM |
| Memory channels | Dual-channel |
| Supported memory clock speeds | 2133,2400,2666,2800,3000,3200,3333,3466,3600,3733,3866,4100,4133,4400,4466,4600,4800 MHz |
| Maximum internal memory | 128 GB |
| Unbuffered memory | Yes |
| Storage controllers | |
|---|---|
| Supported storage drive types | HDD & SSD |
| Supported storage drive interfaces | M.2, SATA III |
| Number of storage drives supported | 5 |
| Number of HDDs supported | 4 |
| RAID support | Yes |
| RAID levels | 0, 1, 10 |
| Graphics | |
|---|---|
| Parallel processing technology support | Not supported |
| Internal I/O | |
|---|---|
| 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 | Yes |
| Front panel audio connector | Yes |
| ATX Power connector (24-pin) | Yes |
| CPU fan connector | Yes |
| Number of chassis fan connectors | 2 |
| EPS power connector (8-pin) | Yes |
| 12V power connector | Yes |
| TPM connector | Yes |
| Number of COM connectors | 1 |
| RGB LED pin header | Yes |
| Rear panel I/O ports | |
|---|---|
| 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 |
| DisplayPorts quantity | 1 |
| Microphone in | Yes |
| USB connector type | USB Type-A |
| Network | |
|---|---|
| Ethernet LAN | Yes |
| Ethernet interface type | Gigabit Ethernet |
| Wi-Fi | No |
| Features | |
|---|---|
| Component for | PC |
| Motherboard form factor | micro ATX |
| Motherboard chipset family | AMD |
| Motherboard chipset | AMD A520 |
| Audio chip | Realtek ALC887 / Realtek ALC897 |
| Audio output channels | 7.1 channels |
| Windows operating systems supported | Windows 10 x64 |
| Expansion slots | |
|---|---|
| PCI Express x1 (Gen 3.x) slots | 2 |
| PCI Express x16 (Gen 3.x) slots | 1 |
| Number of M.2 (M) slots | 1 |
| BIOS | |
|---|---|
| BIOS type | UEFI AMI |
| BIOS memory size | 128 Mbit |
| Weight & dimensions | |
|---|---|
| Width | 244 mm |
| Depth | 244 mm |
Frequently Asked Questions
What processors are compatible with the ASUS PRIME A520M-A II/CSM?
How much memory can the motherboard support?
Does this motherboard support RGB lighting?
What cooling options does the motherboard provide?
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