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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

  • CPU Socket TypeSocket AM4
  • CPU TypeRyzen 5000 Series
  • ChipsetAMD 785E
  • Serial ATA (SATA)14 x SATA 6Gb/s
  • USB 3.010 x USB 3.0
  • HDMI1 x HDMI
  • 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.

Highlights

  • 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

Specifications

BrandASUS
ModelTUF GAMING A520M-PLUS WIFI
SeriesAMD 785E
Part NumberTUF GAMING A520M-PLUS WIFI
CPU Socket TypeSocket AM4
CPU TypeRyzen 5000 Series
ChipsetAMD 785E
Serial ATA (SATA)14 x SATA 6Gb/s
USB 3.010 x USB 3.0
HDMI1 x HDMI
eSATA1 x eSATA 3Gb/s
Back I/O Ports1 x 6.3mm Headphone
PS/21
COM1
Video Ports1
RJ451 x RJ45
USB 3.12 x USB 3.1
USB 1.1/2.09 x USB 2.0
S/PDIF Out1 x Optical, 1 x Coaxial
S/PDIF In1 x Optical, 1 x Coaxial
Game/MIDI Ports1
Audio Ports6 Ports
Form FactorMicro ATX
Dimensions (W x L)2.75 in x 10.75 in
Power Pin24-Pin
Number of Memory Slots4
Memory Standard2133 MHz
Maximum Memory Supported128 GB
Channel Supported12-Channel
Memory FeatureDDR4
PCI Express 3.0 x161 x PCI Express 3.0 x16
PCI Express 2.0 x161 x PCI Express 2.0 x16
PCI Express x161 x PCI Express x16
PCI Express x43 x PCI Express x4
PCI Express x12 x PCI Express x1
AGP Slotspci_e
PCI Express 4.0 x161 x PCI Express 4.0 x16
PCI Slotspci_e
Other Slots1 x CNR
Onboard Video ChipsetAMD 3rd Generation Ryzen
Max LAN Speed2.5Gbps
Wireless LANWi-Fi 802.11 be
Onboard USB1 x USB 3.1 + 2 x USB 3.0 + 4 x USB 2.0
Other ConnectorsOptical, 24-Pin, 4, 1, 2, pci_e
Softwarewindows_10
Windows 11windows_10
FeaturesAMD 785E, Socket AM4, Micro ATX, DDR4, 128 GB, 4, 1, 2, pci_e, Optical, AMD 3rd Generation Ryzen, 3 Years
Package Contents1 unit

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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