MSI A520M-A PRO motherboard AMD A520 Socket AM4 micro ATX
Product Technical Specification
Processor | |
Processor manufacturer | AMD |
Processor socket | Socket AM4 |
Compatible processor series | AMD Ryzen 3 3rd Gen,AMD Ryzen 5 3rd Gen,AMD Ryzen 7 3rd Gen,AMD Ryzen 9 3rd Gen |
Maximum number of SMP processors | 1 |
Memory | |
Supported memory types | DDR4-SDRAM |
Number of memory slots | 2 |
Memory slots type | DIMM |
Memory channels | Dual-channel |
ECC | Yes |
Non-ECC | Yes |
Supported memory clock speeds | 1866,2133,2400,2667,2800,2933,3000,3066,3200,3466,3600,3733,3866,4000,4133,4266,4400,4600 |
Maximum internal memory | 64 |
Unbuffered memory | Yes |
Storage controllers | |
Supported storage drive types | HDD & SSD |
Supported storage drive interfaces | PCI Express 3.0,SATA |
Number of HDDs supported | 5 |
RAID levels | 0,1,10 |
Graphics | |
Maximum resolution | 4096 x 2160 |
Number of displays supported | 2 |
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 |
Front panel audio connector | Yes |
Front panel connector | Yes |
ATX Power connector (24-pin) | Yes |
CPU fan connector | Yes |
Number of chassis fan connectors | 2 |
Chassis intrusion connector | 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 |
HDMI ports quantity | 1 |
DVI-D ports quantity | 1 |
Headphone outputs | 1 |
Microphone in | Yes |
Network | |
Ethernet LAN | Yes |
Ethernet interface type | Gigabit Ethernet |
LAN controller | Realtek RTL8111H |
Wi-Fi | No |
Features | |
Motherboard chipset | AMD A520 |
Audio chip | Realtek ALC892 |
Audio output channels | 7.1 |
Component for | PC |
Motherboard form factor | Micro ATX |
Motherboard chipset family | AMD |
Number of mounting holes | 8 |
Expansion slots | |
PCI Express x1 (Gen 3.x) slots | 1 |
PCI Express x16 (Gen 3.x) slots | 1 |
Weight & dimensions | |
Width | 236 |
Depth | 200 |
Delivery Options
Economy Delivery (UK)
Business Express
PRO series helps users work smarter by delivering an efficient and productive experience. Featuring stable functionality and high-quality assembly, PRO series motherboards provide not only optimized professional workflows but also less troubleshooting and longevity.
FULLY FAN CONTROL
FULLY CONTROLLABLE IN BIOS AND SOFTWARE
MSI motherboards let you manage speeds and temperatures for all your system and CPU fans. Total Fan Control allows you check your primary system characteristics in a simplified graphical interface. You can also set up to 4 temperature targets for CPU and motherboard, which will adjust the fan speeds automatically.
EZ DEBUG LED
Run into trouble? Onboard LEDs for key components will indicate the source of the problem so you know exactly where to look to get up and running again.
DOUBLE ESD PROTECTION
ULTIMATE MOTHERBOARD PROTECTION
Double ESD protection doubles up the grounding layer around the mounting holes, preventing static discharge surges from damaging the motherboard.
FAST AND FUTURE-READY STORAGE
MSI PRO series motherboards support all the latest storage standards, which allows users to connect any ultra-fast storage device. Higher efficiency makes your work easier.
USB 3.2 GEN 1
Transfer lots of data, music and movies over USB easier. USB 3.2 ports are ready in both front and rear IO, provides wide variety of options to connect your USB 3.2 devices.
PCB WITH 2OZ THICKENED COPPER
An enhanced PCB design with 2oz thickened copper increases conductivity, improving heat dissipation and performance reliability especially during overclocking.
A HUGE STEP OF DDR PERFORMANCE
MSI OC LAB does not merely work hard on extreme overclocking. Compared to A320 motherboard memory A-XMP profile, MSI does have great improvement on performance and efficiency for A520 motherboards. Easy to enable A-XMP profile with auto power settings to get the best memory speed and stability.
CORE BOOST
Core Boost technology combines MSI's premium layout and optimized power design which allows for faster and undistorted current delivery to the CPU at pin-point precision. Not only supporting multi-core CPU, also creating the perfect conditions for your CPU overclocking.
Processor | |
Processor manufacturer | AMD |
Processor socket | Socket AM4 |
Compatible processor series | AMD Ryzen 3 3rd Gen,AMD Ryzen 5 3rd Gen,AMD Ryzen 7 3rd Gen,AMD Ryzen 9 3rd Gen |
Maximum number of SMP processors | 1 |
Memory | |
Supported memory types | DDR4-SDRAM |
Number of memory slots | 2 |
Memory slots type | DIMM |
Memory channels | Dual-channel |
ECC | Yes |
Non-ECC | Yes |
Supported memory clock speeds | 1866,2133,2400,2667,2800,2933,3000,3066,3200,3466,3600,3733,3866,4000,4133,4266,4400,4600 |
Maximum internal memory | 64 |
Unbuffered memory | Yes |
Storage controllers | |
Supported storage drive types | HDD & SSD |
Supported storage drive interfaces | PCI Express 3.0,SATA |
Number of HDDs supported | 5 |
RAID levels | 0,1,10 |
Graphics | |
Maximum resolution | 4096 x 2160 |
Number of displays supported | 2 |
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 |
Front panel audio connector | Yes |
Front panel connector | Yes |
ATX Power connector (24-pin) | Yes |
CPU fan connector | Yes |
Number of chassis fan connectors | 2 |
Chassis intrusion connector | 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 |
HDMI ports quantity | 1 |
DVI-D ports quantity | 1 |
Headphone outputs | 1 |
Microphone in | Yes |
Network | |
Ethernet LAN | Yes |
Ethernet interface type | Gigabit Ethernet |
LAN controller | Realtek RTL8111H |
Wi-Fi | No |
Features | |
Motherboard chipset | AMD A520 |
Audio chip | Realtek ALC892 |
Audio output channels | 7.1 |
Component for | PC |
Motherboard form factor | Micro ATX |
Motherboard chipset family | AMD |
Number of mounting holes | 8 |
Expansion slots | |
PCI Express x1 (Gen 3.x) slots | 1 |
PCI Express x16 (Gen 3.x) slots | 1 |
Weight & dimensions | |
Width | 236 |
Depth | 200 |
Buykingston order despatch times:
We will despatch your order the very same day if we receive cleared payment by 12:00 pm Mon-Fri.
These delivery estimates apply when you order up to 12:00 pm Mon-Fri (excluding public holidays).
We charge a one off delivery cost as outlined below regardless of how many items you order or the weight of your order.
Estimated delivery times are provided to us by the respective delivery companies. We pass this information onto you, the customer.
Despatch times do not apply to UK public holidays.
Estimated delivery times are taken from the next available working day available for delivery. For example if an order was despatched on a working Wednesday by 3pm, the first available working day for delivery would be Thursday provided you placed your order by 3pm on the Wednesday. If the next available weekday is a UK bank holiday/public holiday then your order will be despatched on the next available working day.
Our warehouse reserves the right to upgrade the delivery method you select on your order.
Our available delivery options*
Contact us for a shipping quote.
*All delivery times are estimated unless stated.
Product Returns Note
Buykingston offers a very flexible and hassle free returns policy. If
for whatever reason you are not happy with the item purchased you can return
it to us within 12months for a refund (for unused and unopened
items) or within 30 days on opened and used items for a refund. This
applies to items purchased direct through Buykingston only.
Our 30 Day Returns Money Back Guarantee Satisfaction
Guarantee:
For items opened and used and that are returned in a resellable
condition.
Our 365 Day Returns Money Back Guarantee Satisfaction
Guarantee:
For items that remain sealed and unused.
Some items are excluded from our moneyback guarantee unless they have developed a fault. These include;
- Headphones
- Earphones
- Custom made and designed products such as flash memory products with
custom logo’s on them. E,g USB flash drives and memory cards with your own
logo
Returns FAQs
What is your returns criteria?
On opened items 30 days from date of receipt or expected date of receipt on
non tracked items.
On unopened items 365 days.
How do i go about returning my order?
Please contact us via our contact page with
your order number where we will present you with an RMA number and returns
label.
Do i need to contact you before returning my order?
Yes, to obtain an RMA number.
Does my item have to include its original packaging?
Yes for items that fall within our 30 day money back guarantee and our 365
day returns. Of course for faulty items we realise you may no longer have
the packaging.
Who deals with the warranty on a faulty item?
We will. In some circumstances we may ask you to contact the manufacturer
direct for assistance.
Please ensure you have read and comply in full with Section 11 & 13 of our terms and conditions which you can read here in full.