ASRock A520M-HDV AMD AM4 Micro-ATX Motherboard

The ASRock A520M-HDV delivers reliable performance for AMD Ryzen-based systems in a compact Micro-ATX form factor. Designed with ASRock's Super Alloy components and 6-phase power design, this motherboard supports AMD Ryzen 3000, 4000 G-Series, 5000, and 5000 G-Series processors on the AM4 socket.

Memory and Storage Performance

Equipped with 2 DDR4 DIMM slots supporting up to 64GB of memory with speeds reaching DDR4 4733+ (OC), this board handles multitasking and memory-intensive applications efficiently. Storage options include 4 SATA3 6.0 Gb/s ports and 1 Ultra M.2 socket supporting both PCIe Gen3 x4 (32Gb/s) and SATA3 M.2 modules for fast NVMe SSD performance. The dual-channel memory architecture and XMP profile support ensure optimal RAM performance for gaming and productivity tasks.

Triple Display Output Configuration

The A520M-HDV features three graphics output options: D-Sub, DVI-D, and HDMI 2.1. The HDMI port supports 4K resolution at 60Hz with HDR and HDCP 2.3 compliance, delivering smooth visuals for integrated AMD Radeon Vega graphics. Triple monitor support allows for expanded workspace configurations, ideal for multi-tasking environments and content creation.

Connectivity and Expansion

Connectivity includes Realtek RTL8111H Gigabit Ethernet with Lightning/ESD protection and Wake-On-LAN support. USB options provide 6 USB 3.2 Gen1 ports (4 rear, 2 front) and 6 USB 2.0 ports (2 rear, 4 front). Expansion slots include 1 PCIe 3.0 x16 slot and 1 PCIe 3.0 x1 slot for additional components like graphics cards and expansion cards.

Audio and Protection Features

The Realtek ALC887 audio codec delivers 7.1 channel HD audio with surge protection. ASRock Full Spike Protection safeguards all USB, audio, and LAN ports from electrical damage. The motherboard includes hardware monitoring for temperature sensing, fan speed control, and voltage monitoring across CPU, chassis fans, and power rails.

Windows 11 Ready Platform

This motherboard is Windows 11 ready and includes ASRock Live Update and APP Shop software for easy driver management. The 128Mb AMI UEFI BIOS features GUI support with ASRock Instant Flash for simplified updates. ErP/EuP ready design ensures energy efficiency compliance.

WINDOWS 11 READY

Supports AMD AM4 Socket Ryzen 3000, 3000 G-Series, 4000 G-Series, 5000 and 5000 G-Series Desktop 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, DVI-D, 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.

HDMI 4k @60Hz
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.

3 Graphics Outputs
Complete with all three types of most used connectors! Packed with a D-Sub + DVI-D + HDMI combo. Plus the HDMI port supports 4K resolution.

Specifications

Unique Feature
ASRock Super Alloy
Premium 50A Power Choke
Sapphire Black PCB
High Density Glass Fabric PCB
ASRock Ultra M.2 (PCIe Gen3 x4 & SATA3)
ASRock Full Spike Protection (for all USB, Audio, LAN Ports)
ASRock Live Update & APP Shop

CPU
Supports AMD AM4 Socket Ryzen 3000, 3000 G-Series, 4000 G-Series, 5000 and 5000 G-Series Desktop Processors
6 Power Phase design

Chipset
AMD A520

Memory
Dual Channel DDR4 Memory Technology
2 x DDR4 DIMM Slots
AMD Ryzen series CPUs (Vermeer) support DDR4 4600+(OC) / 4533(OC) / 4466(OC) / 4400(OC) / 4333(OC) / 4266(OC) / 4200(OC) / 4133(OC) / 4000(OC) / 3866(OC) / 3800(OC) / 3733(OC) / 3600(OC) / 3466(OC) / 3200 / 2933 / 2667 / 2400 / 2133 ECC & non-ECC, un-buffered memory
AMD Ryzen series CPUs (Matisse) support DDR4 4600+(OC) / 4533(OC) / 4466(OC) / 4400(OC) / 4333(OC) / 4333(OC) / 4266(OC) / 4200(OC) / 4133(OC) / 4000(OC) / 3866(OC) / 3800(OC) / 3733(OC) / 3600(OC) / 3466(OC) / 3200 / 2933 / 2667 / 2400 / 2133 ECC & non-ECC, un-buffered memory
AMD Ryzen series APUs (Cezanne) support DDR4 4733+(OC) / 4666(OC) / 4600(OC) / 4533(OC) / 4466(OC) / 4400(OC) / 4333(OC) / 4266(OC) / 4200(OC) / 4133(OC) / 4000(OC) / 3866(OC) / 3800(OC) / 3733(OC) / 3600(OC) / 3466(OC) / 3200 / 2933 / 2667 / 2400 / 2133 ECC & non-ECC, un-buffered memory
AMD Ryzen series APUs (Renoir) support DDR4 4733+(OC) / 4666(OC) / 4600(OC) / 4533(OC) / 4466(OC) / 4400(OC) / 4333(OC) / 4266(OC) / 4200(OC) / 4133(OC) / 4000(OC) / 3866(OC) / 3800(OC) / 3733(OC) / 3600(OC) / 3466(OC) / 3200 / 2933 / 2667 / 2400 / 2133 ECC & non-ECC, un-buffered memory
Max. capacity of system memory: 64GB
Supports Extreme Memory Profile (XMP) memory modules
15µ Gold Contact in DIMM Slots

BIOS
128Mb AMI UEFI Legal BIOS with GUI support
Supports "Plug and Play"
ACPI 5.1 compliance wake up events
Supports jumperfree
SMBIOS 2.3 support
CPU, CPU VDDCR_SOC, DRAM, VDDP Voltage Multi-adjustment

Graphics
Integrated AMD Radeon Vega Series Graphics in Ryzen Series APU
DirectX 12, Pixel Shader 5.0
Shared memory default 2GB. Max Shared memory supports up to 16GB.
Three graphics output options: D-Sub, DVI-D and HDMI
Supports Triple Monitor
Supports HDMI 2.1 with max. resolution up to 4K x 2K (4096x2160) @ 60Hz
Supports DVI-D with max. resolution up to 1920x1200 @ 60Hz
Supports D-Sub with max. resolution up to 1920x1200 @ 60Hz
Supports Auto Lip Sync, Deep Color (12bpc), xvYCC and HBR (High Bit Rate Audio) with HDMI 2.1 Port (Compliant HDMI monitor is required)
Supports HDR (High Dynamic Range) with HDMI 2.1
Supports HDCP 2.3 with DVI-D and HDMI 2.1 Ports
Supports 4K Ultra HD (UHD) playback with HDMI 2.1 Port
Supports Microsoft PlayReady

Audio
7.1 CH HD Audio (Realtek ALC887 Audio Codec)
Supports Surge Protection

LAN
PCIE x1 Gigabit LAN 10/100/1000 Mb/s
Realtek RTL8111H
Supports Wake-On-LAN
Supports Lightning/ESD Protection
Supports Energy Efficient Ethernet 802.3az
Supports PXE

Slots
1 x PCI Express 3.0 x16 Slot (PCIE2: x16 mode)
1 x PCI Express 3.0 x1 Slot

Storage
4 x SATA3 6.0 Gb/s Connectors, support RAID (RAID 0, RAID 1 and RAID 10), NCQ, AHCI and Hot Plug
1 x Ultra M.2 Socket, supports M Key type 2242/2260/2280 M.2 SATA3 6.0 Gb/s module and M.2 PCI Express module up to Gen3 x4 (32 Gb/s)

Connector
1 x SPI TPM Header
1 x COM Port Header
1 x Chassis Intrusion and Speaker Header
1 x CPU Fan Connector (4-pin)
2 x Chassis Fan Connectors (4-pin) (Smart Fan Speed Control)
1 x 24 pin ATX Power Connector
1 x 4 pin 12V Power Connector
1 x Front Panel Audio Connector
2 x USB 2.0 Headers (Support 4 USB 2.0 ports) (Supports ESD Protection)
1 x USB 3.2 Gen1 Header (Supports 2 USB 3.2 Gen1 ports) (Supports ESD Protection)

Rear Panel I/O
1 x PS/2 Mouse/Keyboard Port
1 x D-Sub Port
1 x DVI-D Port
1 x HDMI Port
2 x USB 2.0 Ports (Supports ESD Protection)
4 x USB 3.2 Gen1 Ports (Supports ESD Protection)
1 x RJ-45 LAN Port with LED (ACT/LINK LED and SPEED LED)
HD Audio Jacks: Line in / Front Speaker / Microphone

Software and UEFI
Software
ASRock Motherboard Utility (A-Tuning)
ASRock XFast LAN
UEFI
ASRock Full HD UEFI
ASRock Instant Flash

Support CD
Drivers, Utilities, AntiVirus Software (Trial Version), Google Chrome Browser and Toolbar

Accessories
Quick Installation Guide, Support CD, I/O Shield
2 x SATA Data Cable
1 x Screw for M.2 Socket

Hardware Monitor
Temperature Sensing: CPU, Chassis Fans
Fan Tachometer: CPU, Chassis Fans
Quiet Fan (Auto adjust chassis fan speed by CPU temperature): CPU, Chassis Fans
Fan Multi-Speed Control: CPU, Chassis Fans
CASE OPEN detection
Voltage monitoring: +12V, +5V, +3.3V, CPU Vcore

Form Factor
Micro ATX Form Factor: 9.0-in x 7.9-in, 23.0 cm x 20.1 cm
Solid Capacitor design

OS
Microsoft Windows 10 64-bit

Certifications
FCC, CE
ErP/EuP ready (ErP/EuP ready power supply is required)

• Socket: AM4
• CPU Compatibility: AMD Ryzen
• Chipset: AMD A520
• Form Factor: Micro ATX
• Memory Slots: DDR4 - 2 Slots
• M.2 Compatibility: NVMe / SATA
• USB C: No