ASROCK A520M-ITX/AC

ASROCK A520M-ITX/AC
The ASRock A520M-ITX/AC is a compact Mini ITX motherboard featuring the AMD A520 chipset and an AM4 socket, ideal for high-performance builds with Ryzen 3000, 4000 G, and 5000 series processors, including their G-Series variants. It supports DDR4 memory up to 4733MHz (OC) and offers a PCIe 3.0 x16 slot for graphics cards. For fast storage, it includes an Ultra M.2 slot (PCIe Gen3 x4 / SATA3) and four SATA ports. Dual graphics output is available via HDMI and DisplayPort, supporting 4K resolution at 60Hz. The board also has 7.1-channel Realtek ALC887/897 audio, integrated 802.11ac Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 4.2, and gigabit LAN. RGB lighting can be synchronised using Polychrome RGB.
Key features of the ASROCK A520M-ITX/AC motherboard
- AMD AM4 socket support for Ryzen 3000, 4000 G-Series, 5000 and 5000 G-Series processors with an 8-phase power delivery system and premium 60A power chokes
- Support for DDR4 memory up to 4733+ MHz (OC) and a high-density glass fabric PCB design
- Ultra M.2 slot (PCIe Gen3 x4) with speeds up to 32Gb/s, support for M.2 SATA3 (6Gb/s) modules, and four SATA3 ports
- Dual-band 802.11ac Wi-Fi (2.4GHz and 5GHz), Bluetooth 4.2, Realtek Gigabit LAN, and AMD Smart Access Memory technology
- Dual graphics outputs (DisplayPort and HDMI) with 4K resolution support at 60Hz, one PCIe 3.0 x16 slot, and 7.1-channel HD audio with a Realtek ALC887/897 codec
- Polychrome RGB Sync technology with an addressable RGB header
Advanced power and components
Eight power phases ensure stable and smooth power delivery to the processor, even under heavy loads. The board uses premium 60A power chokes, which achieve up to three times better saturation current compared to traditional solutions, providing enhanced Vcore voltage. Integrated Dr.MOS modules, optimised for synchronous buck-set applications, can deliver up to 50A of continuous current per phase, resulting in better thermal performance and higher efficiency. The Sapphire Black PCB uses high-density glass fabric, which reduces the gaps between PCB layers and protects against electrical shorts caused by humidity.
Storage and expandability
Four SATA III ports are available for connecting traditional hard drives and SSDs. The Ultra M.2 slot with a PCIe Gen3 x4 interface enables data transfers of up to 32Gb/s and also supports SATA3 6Gb/s M.2 modules. AMD Smart Access Memory technology removes the traditional limitation on CPU access to the graphics card's memory, expanding the data channel and boosting overall system performance. Realtek Gigabit Ethernet ensures fast and stable wired network connectivity.
Audio and personalisation
The 7.1-channel HD audio card with a Realtek ALC887/897 codec provides high-quality sound output. The board offers an RGB header and an addressable RGB header for connecting LED strips, fans, or other components with a maximum power draw of 3A. The standard RGB header supports 5050 LED strips up to 2 metres long, while the addressable header supports WS2812B strips with a maximum of 80 LEDs. Polychrome RGB technology lets you synchronise lighting across compatible accessories. Full Spike Protection safeguards sensitive components from voltage spikes, and the ASRock Live Update & APP Shop tools make it easy to update firmware and manage your system.
Ports
Storage
- Number of SATA III: 4
- Number of M.2: 1
- M.2 Slot - 1× M.2 PCI-E NVMe Gen3
- Features: RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 10
USB ports
- Internal USB 2.0: 2 (1 header)
- Internal USB 3.2 Gen 1: 2 (1 header)
- Rear USB 2.0: 2
- Rear USB 3.2 Gen 1: 3
- Rear USB-C 3.2 Gen 1: 1
Graphics
- HDMI 2.1
- DisplayPort 1.4
- Graphics outputs: HDMI, DisplayPort
Sound
- Number of channels: 7.1
- Rear connectors: 3× 3.5mm jack
Other
- Rear: Wi-Fi antenna
- Power: 24-pin, 1× 8-pin
- Cooling: PWM FAN count (4-pin) - 3, Water pump - 4-pin
- Internal: RGB LED (4-pin), Addressable LED
Specifications
Socket and chipset
Format & functions
Memory
Advanced parameters
Connectors
Compatibility
Colour
| Code: | ASa520ia |
| Warranty: | 24 months |
| Links: | Producer's Website: |