ASRock A520M-HVS Super Alloy AMD AM4 Socket Motherboard

A520 Motherboard for Everyone - All Essentials You Need for Computing

The ASRock A520M-HVS delivers reliable performance and essential features for AMD Ryzen builds. Featuring the AMD A520 chipset with Socket AM4, this micro-ATX motherboard supports 3rd Gen AMD Ryzen processors and future Ryzen 4000 series, providing a solid foundation for home and office computing.

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 for lightning-fast NVMe SSDs. Additionally supports SATA3 6Gb/s M.2 modules for flexible storage options, accommodating 2242/2260/2280 form factors.

HDMI 4K @60Hz
Supports the most recent HDMI 2.1 graphics output specification with 4K resolution at 60Hz. The larger bandwidth and increased frame rate make motion on your screen more fluid and less blurry, perfect for multimedia and productivity.

Dual Graphics Outputs
Complete with two types of most-used connectors! Packed with D-Sub + HDMI combo, you have more graphics output options for flexible display configurations. Supports resolutions up to 4096x2160 @60Hz via HDMI and 1920x1200 @60Hz via D-Sub.

ASRock Super Alloy
Premium 50A Power Choke, Sapphire Black PCB, and High Density Glass Fabric PCB construction ensure superior durability and stability. The 6-phase power design delivers clean, stable power to your AMD Ryzen processor for reliable performance.

Full Spike Protection
ASRock Full Spike Protection includes various technologies to prevent your motherboard's components from being damaged by unexpected voltage spikes. All USB, Audio, and LAN ports are protected against power surges for enhanced reliability.

ASRock Live Update & APP Shop
Designed for your convenience, providing various apps and support software for easy download. Optimize your system and keep your motherboard up to date with ASRock Live Update & APP Shop for hassle-free maintenance.

Processor Support

• Socket: AM4
• Processor Manufacturer: AMD
• Compatible Series: AMD Ryzen 3000 Series, Future Ryzen 4000 Series
• Power Design: 6-phase

Chipset

• Chipset: AMD A520
• Chipset Family: AMD

Memory

• Memory Type: DDR4-SDRAM
• Memory Slots: 2x DIMM
• Memory Channels: Dual-channel
• Maximum Memory: 64GB
• Supported Speeds: 2133, 2400, 2666, 2933, 3200, 3466, 3600, 3733, 3800, 3866, 4000, 4133, 4200, 4266, 4333, 4400, 4466, 4500, 4533 MHz (OC)
• ECC: Non-ECC, Unbuffered
• XMP Support: Yes (Extreme Memory Profile)
• Gold Contact: 15µ Gold Contact in DIMM Slots

Storage

• SATA Ports: 4x SATA3 6.0 Gb/s
• M.2 Slots: 1x Ultra M.2 (PCIe Gen3 x4 & SATA3)
• M.2 Support: 2242/2260/2280 (M Key)
• M.2 Speed: Up to 32 Gb/s (PCIe Gen3 x4)
• RAID Support: RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 10
• Features: NCQ, AHCI, Hot Plug
• Total HDDs Supported: 5

Graphics (Integrated with Ryzen APU)

• Graphics: AMD Radeon Vega Series (with Ryzen APU)
• DirectX: 12, Pixel Shader 5.0
• Shared Memory: Default 2GB, Max 16GB
• HDMI Version: 2.1
• HDMI Resolution: Up to 4096x2160 @60Hz (4K UHD)
• D-Sub Resolution: Up to 1920x1200 @60Hz
• HDMI Features: Auto Lip Sync, Deep Color (12bpc), xvYCC, HBR Audio, HDR, HDCP 2.3

Expansion Slots

• PCIe x16: 1x PCIe 3.0 x16 (x16 mode)
• PCIe x1: 1x PCIe 3.0 x1

Audio

• Audio Codec: Realtek ALC887
• Audio Channels: 7.1 CH HD Audio
• Surge Protection: Yes

Network

• Ethernet: Yes (Gigabit)
• LAN Controller: Realtek RTL8111H
• LAN Speed: 10/100/1000 Mb/s
• Wake-on-LAN: Yes
• Protection: Lightning/ESD Protection
• Energy Efficient: 802.3az
• PXE Support: Yes
• Wi-Fi: No

Rear Panel I/O

• PS/2: 1x PS/2 Mouse/Keyboard Port
• D-Sub (VGA): 1 port
• HDMI: 1 port
• USB 2.0: 2 ports
• USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A: 4 ports
• Ethernet (RJ-45): 1 port (with ACT/LINK and SPEED LEDs)
• Audio: Microphone In, Line In, Front Speaker (HD Audio)

Internal I/O

• USB 2.0 Headers: 2 (supports 4 USB 2.0 ports)
• USB 3.2 Gen 1 Header: 1 (supports 2 USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports)
• ATX Power: 1x 24-pin connector
• CPU Power: 1x 4-pin 12V connector
• CPU Fan: 1x 4-pin connector
• Chassis Fans: 2x 4-pin connectors (Smart Fan Speed Control)
• Front Panel Audio: 1 connector
• COM Port: 1 header
• TPM: 1x SPI TPM header
• Chassis Intrusion: 1 header
• Speaker: 1 header

BIOS

• BIOS Type: UEFI AMI
• BIOS Size: 128Mb
• Features: GUI support, Plug and Play, Jumper-free, ACPI 5.1, SMBIOS 2.3
• Voltage Adjustment: CPU, CPU VDDCR_SOC, DRAM, VDDP Multi-adjustment
• ASRock Instant Flash: Yes

Hardware Monitoring

• Temperature Sensing: CPU, Chassis Fans
• Fan Tachometer: CPU, Chassis Fans
• Quiet Fan: Auto adjust by CPU temperature
• Fan Speed Control: Multi-speed (CPU, Chassis)
• Voltage Monitoring: +12V, +5V, +3.3V, CPU Vcore
• Case Open Detection: Yes

Form Factor & Design

• Form Factor: Micro-ATX
• Dimensions: 230 x 201 mm (9.0" x 7.9")
• PCB: Sapphire Black, High Density Glass Fabric
• Capacitors: Solid Capacitor design
• Component For: PC

Software & Utilities

• ASRock Motherboard Utility (A-Tuning)
• ASRock XFast LAN
• ASRock Full HD UEFI
• ASRock Live Update & APP Shop

Operating System

• Supported: Microsoft Windows 10 64-bit, Windows 11

Package Contents

• ASRock A520M-HVS Motherboard: 1
• Quick Installation Guide: Included
• Support CD: Drivers, Utilities, Software
• I/O Shield: 1
• SATA Data Cables: 2
• M.2 Screw: 1
• Certifications: FCC, CE
• ErP/EuP Ready: Yes (requires compatible PSU)
• Brand: ASRock
• SKU: A520M-HVS
• HS Code: 84733020

AMD Ryzen 3000 & 4000 Series Ready: Socket AM4 platform supports 3rd Gen AMD Ryzen processors and future Ryzen 4000 series CPUs, providing excellent upgrade flexibility. The 6-phase power design delivers stable, clean power for reliable performance in home and office computing.

Ultra M.2 32Gb/s Performance: PCIe Gen3 x4 Ultra M.2 slot delivers blazing-fast 32Gb/s transfer speeds for NVMe SSDs, dramatically reducing boot times and application loading. Also supports SATA3 M.2 modules for flexible storage configurations with 2242/2260/2280 form factor compatibility.

HDMI 2.1 4K @60Hz Output: Latest HDMI 2.1 specification supports 4K resolution at smooth 60Hz refresh rate with HDR, HDCP 2.3, and Deep Color support. Dual graphics outputs (D-Sub + HDMI) provide flexible display options for multi-monitor productivity setups.

ASRock Super Alloy Construction: Premium 50A Power Choke, Sapphire Black PCB, and High Density Glass Fabric construction ensure superior durability and stability. Solid capacitor design and quality components provide long-term reliability for mission-critical systems.

Full Spike Protection: Comprehensive protection for all USB, Audio, and LAN ports guards against unexpected voltage spikes and power surges. This advanced protection prevents damage to sensitive components, ensuring your investment is protected from electrical anomalies.

DDR4-4533+ Memory Support: Dual-channel DDR4 architecture supports speeds up to 4533MHz (OC) with maximum capacity of 64GB. XMP (Extreme Memory Profile) support and 15µ Gold Contacts in DIMM slots ensure optimal memory performance and reliability.

Comprehensive Connectivity: 6x USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports, 4x USB 2.0 ports, Gigabit Ethernet with Wake-on-LAN, and 7.1 CH HD Audio provide all the connectivity needed for modern computing. RAID support (0, 1, 10) enables flexible storage configurations for data protection.

ASRock Live Update & APP Shop: User-friendly software suite simplifies system optimization and driver updates. Download utilities, optimize performance, and keep your motherboard firmware current with easy-to-use ASRock software backed by quality assurance testing and Windows 11 compatibility.