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Micro-ATX board in dark grey with yellow accents, AM4 socket, DDR4 slots, M.2 and SATA connectors

ASUS

ASUS TUF Gaming A520M-PLUS WIFI AMD motherboard

SKU CH-51JJ-MNTMP

Micro-ATX AM4 board with DDR4 memory support, 14 SATA ports and 10 USB 3.0 ports for Ryzen 5000 series CPUs

  • ProcessorRyzen 5000 Series
  • ChipsetAMD 785E
  • Form factorMicro ATX
  • CPU socketSocket AM4
  • SATA ports14 x SATA 6Gb/s
  • USB 3.0 ports10 x USB 3.0
  • AM4 socket supports Ryzen 5000 series processors
  • Micro ATX form factor fits compact builds
  • DDR4 memory compatibility for modern RAM kits
  • 14 SATA ports provide extensive storage connectivity
  • 10 USB 3.0 ports plus 2 USB 3.1 for fast peripherals

Socket AM4 Ryzen 5000 foundation

The ASUS TUF Gaming A520M-PLUS WIFI is a Micro ATX motherboard built around the AMD A520 chipset for Socket AM4 processors. It targets builders who want a compact board with wired networking and a generous count of rear USB ports. Military-grade components and upgraded power delivery aim to keep the system stable under sustained loads.

Verify CPU cooler clearance and memory speed

Confirm that your chosen AM4 cooler fits the Micro ATX layout and that your DDR4 modules match the board’s supported speeds. The rear panel includes one HDMI output, one RJ45 jack, ten USB 3.0 ports, two USB 3.1 ports and nine USB 2.0 ports, so check case front-panel headers against those counts. A single 6.3 mm headphone jack, PS/2, COM, S/PDIF optical and coaxial connectors complete the back I/O.

Storage and legacy ports expand options

Fourteen SATA 6 Gb/s ports and one eSATA 3 Gb/s port give abundant room for hard drives and SATA SSDs without using M.2 slots. Dual S/PDIF outputs and inputs support external DACs or home-theatre receivers directly. The COM header and PS/2 port keep older peripherals or industrial gear working without adapters.

How it compares

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Price $89.99
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Specifications

Product
Brand nameASUS
Product lineAMD 785E
Model nameTUF GAMING A520M-PLUS WIFI
Part numberTUF GAMING A520M-PLUS WIFI
Processor
ProcessorRyzen 5000 Series
CPU socketSocket AM4
ChipsetAMD 785E
Memory
Memory slot count4
Supported memory2133 MHz
Max supported RAM128 GB
Memory channels12-Channel
Storage
SATA ports14 x SATA 6Gb/s
Graphics
Onboard video chipAMD 3rd Generation Ryzen
Connectivity
Maximum network speed2.5 Gbit/s
Wi-Fi standardWi-Fi 802.11 be
Ports & slots
USB 3.0 ports10 x USB 3.0
HDMI ports1 x HDMI
Rear panel ports1 × 6.3 mm Headphone
PS/2 ports1
Serial ports1
Video connectors1
Ethernet port1 x RJ45
USB 3.1 ports2 x USB 3.1
USB 2.0 ports9 x USB 2.0
S/PDIF output1 x Optical, 1 x Coaxial
Game/midi ports1
Audio jacks6 Ports
PCIe 3.0 x16 slots1 x PCI Express 3.0 x16
PCIe x16 slots1 x PCI Express x16
PCIe x4 slots3 x PCI Express x4
PCIe x1 slots2 x PCI Express x1
AGP slotsPci e
PCIe 4.0 x16 slots1 x PCI Express 4.0 x16
PCI slotsPci e
Additional slots1 x CNR
Onboard USB headers1 x USB 3.1 + 2 x USB 3.0 + 4 x USB 2.0
Power
Power connectors24-Pin
Size & build
Form factorMicro ATX
Width and length2.75 in × 10.75 in
Compatibility
Windows 11 supportWindows 10
In the box
In the box1 unit
More details
ESATA1 x eSATA 3Gb/s
S/PDIF in1 x Optical, 1 x Coaxial
PCI express 2.0 x161 x PCI Express 2.0 x16

Questions about this item

Does the ASUS TUF Gaming A520M-PLUS WIFI motherboard include an I/O shield and cables, or must they be purchased separately?

The retail box contains the motherboard, an I/O shield, SATA cables, M.2 screws and the driver disc. No other parts are required for installation.

Should I choose the Wi-Fi model or a non-Wi-Fi A520 board for a Ryzen 5000 build?

This model adds integrated Wi-Fi and Bluetooth while keeping the same AM4 socket, DDR4 support and Micro-ATX layout as the non-Wi-Fi version.

What does the AMD A520 chipset actually deliver when paired with a Ryzen 5000 processor?

The A520 chipset provides 14 SATA 6 Gb/s ports, 10 USB 3.0 ports, 2 USB 3.1 ports, HDMI output and a single RJ45 LAN port for a Ryzen 5000 CPU.

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