ASROCK A520M-HDV
ASROCK A520M-HDV
The ASROCK A520M-HDV motherboard, with its AMD A520 chipset and AM4 socket, is ideal for building a powerful PC with AMD Ryzen 3000, 4000 G, and 5000 series processors. Its compact mATX format features a six-phase power design, two DDR4 memory slots with overclocking capabilities up to 4733MHz, and D-Sub, DVI-D, and HDMI 2.1 graphics outputs that support a 4K display at 60Hz. It also includes one PCIe 3.0 x16 slot, one PCIe 3.0 x1 slot, four SATA III ports, and an Ultra M.2 slot compatible with both PCIe Gen3 x4 and SATA III interfaces.
AMD A520
Chipset
AMD AM4
Socket
mATX (Micro ATX)
Format
DDR4
Memory type
2×
Number of RAM slotsKey features of the ASROCK A520M-HDV motherboard
- Supports AMD AM4 Socket Ryzen 3000, 3000 G, 4000 G, 5000 and 5000 G series processors with 6-phase power and premium 50A power chokes
- Supports DDR4 memory up to 4733+ MHz (OC) and features a High Density Glass Fabric PCB design for protection against short circuits
- Ultra M.2 slot with PCIe Gen3 x4 interface for speeds up to 32Gb/s, including support for SATA3 6Gb/s M.2 modules
- AMD Smart Access Memory technology expands the data channel, enabling the processor to harness the full potential of the graphics card's memory
- Three graphics outputs: D-Sub, DVI-D, and HDMI with support for 4K resolution at a 60Hz refresh rate
- Full Spike Protection offers comprehensive safeguarding of sensitive digital components against power surges and unexpected voltage fluctuations
Expansion options and storage
The board features an Ultra M.2 slot with a PCIe Gen3 x4 interface, delivering transfer speeds of up to 32Gb/s while also supporting SATA III 6Gb/s M.2 modules. For traditional storage, there are four SATA III connectors. This combination ensures flexibility when choosing storage devices, letting you use both modern high-speed NVMe drives and standard SATA units. Network connectivity is handled by a gigabit Realtek LAN adapter, while audio output is provided by a seven-channel HD Audio card with a Realtek ALC887 codec. USB connectivity includes six USB 3.2 Gen1 ports and six USB 2.0 ports for connecting your peripherals.
Graphics outputs and AMD Smart Access Memory
The trio of D-Sub, DVI-D, and HDMI graphics outputs covers all commonly used monitor connection types, and the HDMI port supports 4K resolution at 60Hz for a smooth, sharp picture. AMD Smart Access Memory technology removes the traditional limitation where the processor can only access a fraction of the graphics memory, expanding the data channel to unlock the GPU's full potential, which eliminates bottlenecks and boosts overall system performance. The ASRock Live Update & APP Shop makes it easy to update your system, download useful applications, and optimise your motherboard settings.
High-quality components and protection
The board uses premium 50A power chokes that deliver up to three times better saturation current compared to traditional components, ensuring more stable power delivery to the processor. The Sapphire Black PCB with its high-density glass fabric minimises the gaps between PCB layers and protects against electrical shorts caused by humidity. Full Spike Protection technology then provides comprehensive protection for sensitive digital components against damage from unexpected voltage spikes.
Port selection
Storage
- Number of SATA III: 4
- Number of M.2: 1
- M.2 Slot - 1× M.2 PCI-E NVMe Gen3 (also supports SATA3)
- Features: RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 10
USB ports
- Internal USB 2.0: 4 (2 headers)
- 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
- Graphics outputs: DisplayPort, HDMI
Sound
- Number of channels: 7.1
- Rear connectors: 3× 3.5mm jack
Other
- Rear: PS/2
- Power: 24-pin, 4-pin
- Cooling: number of PWM FAN (4-pin) - 3
- Internal: Chassis Intrusion (JCI), TPM Header, COM Port Header
Choosing a motherboard
When choosing a motherboard, it's important to pay particular attention to the socket type, form factor and chipset. These are the most crucial parameters, ensuring the board is compatible with the processor, expansion cards and other components. The specific socket determines your choice of processor, while the other connectors dictate which additional components you'll need for your new computer.Specifications
Socket and chipset
Format & functions
Memory
Advanced parameters
Connectors
Compatibility
Colour
| Code: | ASa520mhdv |
| Warranty: | 24 months |
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