MSI A520M-A PRO MOTHERBOARD

Description AMD Ryzen 5000 Series AMD Ryzen 5000 G-Series (with integrated graphics) AMD Ryzen 4000 G-Series AMD Ryzen 3000 Series Key Features and Specifications Socket and Chipset: It is built on the AM4 socket and the AMD A520 chipset, which is the most basic chipset for this platform. This means it offers essential features for a stable, everyday computing experience but lacks some of the advanced capabilities of higher-end chipsets like B550 or X570. Memory: It has two DDR4 DIMM slots and supports a maximum of 64GB of RAM. It supports memory speeds up to 3200MHz (JEDEC) and can be overclocked to higher speeds (up to 4600 MHz) with A-XMP profiles. Storage: The motherboard includes: One M.2 slot that supports NVMe PCIe 3.0 x4 and SATA SSDs. This is a key feature for using modern, fast storage. Four SATA 6Gb/s ports for traditional hard drives and 2.5″ SSDs. Expansion Slots: It features: One PCIe 3.0 x16 slot for a dedicated graphics card. One PCIe 3.0 x1 slot for other expansion cards. Connectivity (Rear I/O): The back panel typically provides a solid set of ports for a budget-oriented board, including: USB 3.2 Gen 1 and USB 2.0 ports. Video outputs (DVI-D and HDMI) for CPUs with integrated graphics (G-Series processors). A Gigabit LAN port. Audio jacks (powered by a Realtek audio codec). Form Factor: The Micro-ATX form factor is a popular choice for its balance of size and features, allowing for builds in smaller cases without sacrificing too much expandability. MSI PRO Series Features: As part of MSI’s PRO series, the motherboard is designed for stability and longevity. Key features include: DDR4 Boost: Optimized circuitry to deliver pure data signals for better performance and stability. Core Boost: A premium layout and power design for stable current delivery to the CPU. 2oz Thickened Copper PCB: An enhanced PCB design that helps with heat dissipation and reliability. EZ Debug LED: Onboard LEDs to help with troubleshooting if the system fails to boot.