ASUS TUF GAMING A520M-PLUS WIFI AMD A520 Socket AM4 micro ATX
Part number TUF GAMING A520M-PLUS WIFI
ASUS TUF GAMINGA520M-PLUS WIFI AMD AM4 3RD GEN RYZEN M.2 802.11
- AMD AM4 socket: Ready for Ryzen™ 5000 Series/ 4000 G-Series/ 3000 Series Desktop Processors
- Comprehensive cooling: Large VRM heatsink, PCH heatsink, Fan Xpert 2+
- Made for online gaming: 802.11ac Wi-Fi, TUF LANGuard and TurboLAN technology
- Aura Sync RGB: Onboard RGB headers and addressable Gen 2 headers for RGB LED strips, easily synced with Aura Sync-capable hardware
- Manufacturer
- ASUS
- Part number
- TUF GAMING A520M-PLUS WIFI
- Condition
- New
- Category
- System Components › Motherboards
- 1GPA category
- Hardware
Overview
DURABLE. STABLE. RELIABLE.
TUF Gaming A520M-Plus WIFI distills essential elements of the latest AMD platform and combines them with game-ready features and proven durability. Engineered with military-grade components, an upgraded power solution and a comprehensive set of cooling options, this motherboard delivers rock-solid performance with unwavering gaming stability.
When you build with a TUF Gaming motherboard, you also benefit from the TUF Gaming Alliance — an ASUS collaboration with trusted industry partners that ensures easier building, best compatibility, and complementary aesthetics from components to case.
ROCK-SOLID PERFORMANCE
With upgraded power delivery and comprehensive cooling options to fuel the latest AMD Ryzen CPUs, plus support for faster memory, TUF Gaming A520M-Plus WIFI is the perfect foundation for your next high-core-count battle rig.
Stack Cool 3+
2-ounce copper layers draw heat away from critical components to keep them at their optimal operating temperatures and provide more headroom to push CPUs beyond stock speeds.
TUF COMPONENTS
TUF CHOKES
Certified military-grade TUF chokes deliver rock-steady power to the CPU, improving system stability.
TUF CAPACITORS
Proprietary capacitors provide up to 20% greater temperature tolerance and 5X-longer lifespan.
Digi+ VRM
The integrated Digi+ VRM voltage-regulator module (VRM) is one of the finest in the industry, ensuring ultra-smooth and ultra-clean power delivery to the CPU at all times.
Cooler by design
1. VRM HEATSINK
A large, high-mass heatsink with extensive surface that covers the VRM and choke areas improves heat dissipation.
COMPREHENSIVE FAN CONTROLS
TUF Gaming A520M-Plus WIFI features comprehensive fan controls that can be configured via Fan Xpert 2+ utility or via the award-winning ASUS UEFI BIOS.
32Gbps M.2 Support
M.2 slot supports up to 2280 and data-transfer speeds of up to 32 Gbps via x4 PCI Express 3.0 bandwidth, enabling quicker boot-up and app load times with OS or application drives.
USB 3.2 GEN 1 TYPE A
Numerous USB ports support gaming rigs loaded with peripherals, including USB Type-A connectors with fast USB 3.2 Gen 1 connectivity for compatible cases.
EASY PC DIY
TUF Gaming motherboards are designed to be easy to set up and configure just the way you want — even for first-time builders. The TUF Gaming Alliance ecosystem makes selecting compatible parts easy, while Armoury Crate software offers full control of system settings via a single dashboard. TUF Gaming motherboards give you everything you need to build your dream gaming rig without adding complexity.
Build with confidence
TUF Gaming Alliance is a collaboration between ASUS and trusted PC-component brands to ensure compatibility with a wide range of parts, such as PC cases, power supplies, CPU coolers, memory kits and more. With more partnerships and components being added regularly, the TUF Gaming Alliance will continue to grow even stronger.
SafeSlot Core+
SafeSlot Core+ is the ASUS-exclusive PCIe slot fortified with a one-piece stainless-steel brace that shields the slot to protect it from damage. The metal cover is tightly secured to the slot with hooks, and the entire assembly is firmly anchored to the PCB with strengthened solder points to provide a secure foundation for heavyweight graphics cards.
ESD guards
Specifications
| Processor manufacturer | AMD |
|---|---|
| Processor socket | Socket AM4 |
| Compatible processor series | AMD Ryzen 3000 Series, AMD Ryzen 5000 Series |
| Supported processor sockets | Socket AM4 |
| Supported memory types | DDR4-SDRAM |
|---|---|
| Number of memory slots | 4 |
| Memory slots type | DIMM |
| Memory channels | Dual-channel |
| ECC сompatibility | ECC |
| Supported memory clock speeds | 2133,2400,2666,2800,3000,3200,3333,3466,3600,3733,3866,4000,4133,4266,4400,4466,4600,4800 MHz |
| Maximum internal memory | 128 GB |
| Unbuffered memory | Yes |
| Supported storage drive types | HDD & SSD |
|---|---|
| Supported storage drive interfaces | M.2, PCI Express 3.0, SATA III |
| Number of storage drives supported | 5 |
| RAID support | Yes |
| RAID levels | 0, 1, 10 |
| Parallel processing technology support | Not supported |
|---|---|
| Maximum resolution | 3840 x 2160 pixels |
| USB 2.0 connectors | 2 |
|---|---|
| USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) connectors | 1 |
| Number of SATA III connectors | 4 |
| S/PDIF out connector | Yes |
| Front panel audio connector | Yes |
| ATX Power connector (24-pin) | Yes |
| CPU fan connector | Yes |
| Number of chassis fan connectors | 2 |
| EPS power connector (8-pin) | Yes |
| Number of COM connectors | 1 |
| TPM connector | Yes |
| 12V power connector | Yes |
| RGB LED pin header | Yes |
| 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 |
| PS/2 ports quantity | 1 |
| VGA (D-Sub) ports quantity | 1 |
| HDMI ports quantity | 1 |
| HDMI version | 2.1 |
| DisplayPorts quantity | 1 |
| DisplayPort version | 1.2 |
| Headphone outputs | 3 |
| Microphone in | Yes |
| WiFi-AP antenna jack | 1 |
| USB connector type | USB Type-A |
| Ethernet LAN | Yes |
|---|---|
| Ethernet interface type | Gigabit Ethernet |
| Wake-on-LAN ready | Yes |
| Wi-Fi | Yes |
| Top Wi-Fi standard | Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) |
| Wi-Fi standards | 802.11a, 802.11b, 802.11g, Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) |
| WLAN controller model | Realtek RTL8821CE |
| Bluetooth | Yes |
| Bluetooth version | 5.0 |
| Motherboard chipset | AMD A520 |
|---|---|
| Audio chip | Realtek ALC887 / Realtek ALC897 |
| Audio output channels | 7.1 channels |
| Component for | PC |
| Motherboard form factor | micro ATX |
| Motherboard chipset family | AMD |
| Windows operating systems supported | Windows 10 x64 |
| PCI Express x1 (Gen 3.x) slots | 2 |
|---|---|
| PCI Express x16 (Gen 3.x) slots | 1 |
| Number of M.2 (M) slots | 1 |
| BIOS type | UEFI AMI |
|---|---|
| BIOS memory size | 128 Mbit |
| Clear CMOS jumper | Yes |
| Harmonized System (HS) code | 84733020 |
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| Width | 244 mm |
|---|---|
| Depth | 244 mm |
| Height | 67 mm |
| Cables included | SATA |
|---|---|
| Drivers included | Yes |
| Weight | 900 g |
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