MSI A520M-A PRO
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Note: this motherboard only works with 3rd and 5th generation AMD Ryzen processors with an AM4 socket.
Build a powerful desktop PC with the A520M-A PRO ATX motherboard. This motherboard is compatible with the AM4 socket and B520M chipset of the 3rd or 5th generation AMD Ryzen processors. With space for 2 RAM modules, you can build a powerful RAM of up to 64GB. That way, all your programs run smoothly. In addition, you have space for 1 M.2 NVMe SSD that you install in the PCIe 3.0 slot. As a result, long loading times are a thing of the past and you enter the lobby of your game right away. Worried about overheating? Don't worry, you can adjust the speeds and temperatures of your fans in detail via Fan Control. The copper plate also conducts heat actively. Thanks to this, your components stay properly cooled and you won't run into problems any time soon. The 1GbE LAN port provides fast and stable wired internet connection. Games run faster and you get to enjoy a constant connection in general.
Socket (CPU) | AM4 (3rd gen AMD), AM4 (5th gen AMD) | |
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Motherboard chipset | AMD A520 | |
Form factor (motherboards) | MicroATX | |
Total number of RAM slots | 2 | |
Nubmber of M.2 connectors | 1 | |
PCI Express x16 slots | 1 | |
Built-in WiFi | ||
Support for overclocking |
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The MSI A520M-A PRO is a great budget motherboard if you don't have too many requirements. For a budget build, I was looking for a simple motherboard with not too many bells and whistles that could fit a GPU, an AMD Ryzen processor and a few sticks of RAM and this board offered all these options for a very affordable price. Installation was super easy and all connections are clearly marked on the board, making it a breeze. The board does not offer much room for expansion. Adding extra RAM later or installing multiple M.2 SSDs is not possible with this board. But if you don't plan to do that in the short to medium term, you can get by with this motherboard for this low price.
Jan
27 December 2023
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Product number | 934475 |
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Manufacturer code | 911-7C96-024 |
Brand | MSI |
Warranty | 3 years |
Processing of your defect | Via Coolblue |
Compatible with Windows version | Windows 10, Windows 11 | |
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Suitable casings | Full Tower, Mid Tower, Mini Tower | |
Form factor (motherboards) | MicroATX |
Chipset brand | AMD | |
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Motherboard chipset | AMD A520 | |
Socket (CPU) | AM4 (3rd gen AMD), AM4 (5th gen AMD) | |
Support for overclocking | ||
Chipset cooler (motherboards) | Passive |
Total number of RAM slots | 2 | |
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Memory type | DDR4 | |
Memory speed | 1866 MHz | |
Maximum memory speed | 4600 Hz | |
Maximum internal memory | 64 GB | |
Number of memory channels | Dual channel (2) |
PCI Express x1 slots | 1 | |
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Version PCIe x1 slots | PCIe 3.0 | |
PCI Express x16 slots | 1 |
Supported M.2 SSD formats | 22x80mm | |
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Nubmber of M.2 connectors | 1 | |
Number of cooled M.2 SSD slots | 0 | |
Number of SATA connectors | 4 |
Built-in WiFi | ||
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Bluetooth |
DisplayPort connector | |
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HDMI connector | |
Number of Female HDMI type A 2.1 ports | 1 |
Thunderbolt connector | |
DVI connector | |
Number of Female DVI-D Dual Link ports | 1 |
VGA connector |
USB-C ports back panel | |
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USB-A ports back panel | |
Number of USB-A 2.0 (480Mbps) ports back panel | 2 |
Number of USB-A 3.2 Gen 1 (5Gbps) ports back panel | 4 |
Headphone jack | ||
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Microphone connector | ||
Number of microphone connectors | 1 | |
Ethernet port | ||
Number of 1Gb/s Ethernet ports | 1 | |
Digital optical connector | ||
Audio processor | Realtek ALC897 |
Fan headers | |
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Number of 4-pin CPU fan headers | 1 |
Number of 4-pin system fan headers | 1 |
Type of power connector for motherboard | 24-pin ATX connector |
RGB headers | |
USB headers on the motherboard | |
Number of USB 2.0 (480Mbps) headers on the motherboard | 2 |
Number of USB 3.2 Gen 1 (5Gbps) headers on the motherboard | 1 |
USB-A ports on the motherboard | 0 |
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BIOS flash button on the motherboard | |
Clear CMOS button on the motherboard | |
Power button on the motherboard |
RGB lighting |
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