ASROCK
Asrock A520M-HVS, AMD A520, AM4, Micro ATX, 2 DDR4, VGA, HDMI, M.2
- SKU:
- ASMBA520MHVS
- UPC:
- 4710483932311
- MPN:
- A520M-HVS
- Availability:
- In Stock
Description
- Supports 3rd Gen AMD AM4 Ryzen™ / Future AMD Ryzen™ Processors(3000 and 4000 Series Processors)
- 6 Phase Power Design
- Supports DDR4 4733+ (OC)
- 1 x PCIe 3.0 x16, 1 x PCIe 3.0 x1
- Graphics Output Options: D-Sub, HDMI
- 7.1 CH HD Audio (Realtek ALC887 Audio Codec)
- 4 x SATA3, 1 x Ultra M.2(Gen3 x4 & SATA3)
- 6 x USB 3.2 Gen1(4 x Rear, 2 x Front)
- 6 x USB 2.0(2 x Rear, 4 x Front)
- Realtek Gigabit LAN
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.
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.
High Density Glass Fabric PCB
Sapphire Black PCB
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.
Specification
Graphics specifications may vary between CPU types
1 x HDMI
1 x PCIe 3.0 x1
1 x M.2 (2242/2260/2280) - SATA & PCIe
6 x USB 2.0 (2 at back, 4 at mid-board)
1 x D-Sub
1 x HDMI
2 x USB 2.0
4 x USB 3.2 Gen1
1 x RJ-45 LAN
HD Audio Jacks
1 x COM Port
1 x Chassis Intrusion and Speaker
1 x CPU Fan
2 x Chassis Fan
1 x 24 pin ATX
1 x 4 pin 12V
1 x Front Audio
2 x USB 2.0
1 x USB 3.2 Gen1
1 x Screw for M.2 Socket
FAQ: Frequently Asked Questions
FAQ – Frequently Asked Questions
1. Which Ryzen CPUs are supported out of the box?
The AM4 socket supports Ryzen 3000, 3000 G-Series, 4000 G-Series, 5000 and 5000 G-Series processors.
2. Do I need a BIOS update for Ryzen 5000 chips?
Boards made after mid-2021 ship with BIOS P1.60+; earlier stock may need a quick USB BIOS flash before installing 5600/5800 CPUs.
3. What’s the maximum RAM capacity and speed?
Two DIMM slots accept up to 64 GB DDR4; Ryzen 5000 APUs reach DDR4-4733 (OC), while JEDEC default is 3200 MHz.
4. Does it have an NVMe M.2 slot?
Yes—one Ultra M.2 (PCIe 3.0 ×4 or SATA 6 Gb/s) slot with up to 32 Gb/s bandwidth.
5. Can I use a PCIe 4.0 SSD or GPU?
They work but run at PCIe 3.0 speeds; the A520 chipset has no Gen 4 lanes.
6. Which display outputs are on the rear I/O?
Integrated-graphics CPUs can drive HDMI 2.0 (4 K @ 60 Hz) and legacy VGA (D-Sub).
7. Does it support CPU overclocking?
Like all A520 boards, core overclocking is locked; memory OC and Precision Boost Overdrive remain available.
8. How many fan headers are available?
One CPU-fan (4-pin) and one chassis-fan header; use splitters if you need more.
9. Is Wi-Fi included or upgradeable?
No onboard Wi-Fi and no M.2 Key-E slot; add a PCIe Wi-Fi card or USB adapter.
10. Does it have RGB or ARGB headers?
The A520M-HVS offers no RGB headers—ideal for minimalist builds.
11. What storage ports are provided besides M.2?
Four SATA III 6 Gb/s ports support RAID 0/1/10 with SSDs or HDDs.
12. What warranty does ASRock give?
ASRock motherboards carry a 3-year manufacturer warranty in most regions.