ASRock A520M-ITX/AC Mini ITX Motherboard

The ASRock A520M-ITX/AC delivers essential features for compact AMD Ryzen builds in a Mini ITX form factor. Designed for 3rd Gen AMD AM4 Ryzen processors and future 3000/4000 series CPUs, this motherboard combines connectivity and performance in a space-efficient design.

Core Specifications

Built on the AMD A520 chipset, this motherboard supports dual-channel DDR4 memory up to 64GB with speeds reaching 4733MHz when overclocked. The board features 2 DIMM slots and supports memory speeds from 2133MHz to 4600MHz+ (OC), providing flexibility for various performance requirements.

Storage and Expansion

Storage options include 4 SATA III ports and 1 Ultra M.2 slot supporting both PCIe Gen3 x4 (32Gb/s) and SATA3 (6Gb/s) modules. A single PCIe 3.0 x16 slot accommodates dedicated graphics cards. RAID 0, 1, and 10 configurations are supported for data redundancy and performance optimization.

Connectivity Features

Integrated Intel 802.11ac WiFi module provides dual-band (2.4GHz/5GHz) wireless connectivity up to 433Mbps with Bluetooth 4.2 support. Wired networking is handled by Realtek Gigabit LAN. The rear I/O panel includes 3 USB 3.2 Gen1 Type-A ports, 1 USB 3.2 Gen1 Type-C port, and 2 USB 2.0 ports, with additional front panel headers for 2 USB 3.2 Gen1 and 2 USB 2.0 connections.

Graphics and Audio

Dual graphics outputs feature HDMI 4K @60Hz and DisplayPort 1.4 connectors, supporting integrated graphics from compatible AMD Ryzen processors. Audio is delivered through 7.1 channel HD audio using the Realtek ALC887 codec.

Power Delivery and Build Quality

The 8-phase power design incorporates premium 60A power chokes and Dr. MOS integrated power stages, each capable of 50A continuous current. High-density glass fabric PCB construction with sapphire black finish provides protection against electrical shorts from humidity. Full Spike Protection safeguards sensitive components from voltage surges.

RGB Lighting and Software

Onboard RGB headers and addressable RGB header support Polychrome RGB Sync-certified accessories for customizable lighting effects. ASRock Live Update & APP Shop provides easy access to drivers, utilities, and system optimization tools.

Package Contents

Includes 2 SATA data cables and 2 ASRock WiFi 2.4/5GHz antennas. Backed by a 2-year replacement warranty.