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ASRock A520M-HDV

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Chipset:
A520
Socket:
AM4
Form Factor:
Micro-ATX
Memory:
DDR4

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Manufacturer: ASRock Last updated: September 11, 2026

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ASRock A520M-HDV Review

The A520M-HDV is ASRock's entry-level AM4 board, aimed at the most price-sensitive builders assembling a basic office, HTPC, or light gaming system around a Ryzen APU.

ASRock's specification pages for this entry-tier board do not detail an exact VRM phase count; it is designed for non-X3D Ryzen chips and APUs at stock clocks, since the A520 chipset locks CPU overclocking. Two DDR4 DIMM slots support dual-channel operation at standard AMD-supported speeds up to 64GB total. Expansion includes a single PCIe 3.0 x16 slot for the GPU. Storage covers SATA ports and basic M.2 support depending on board revision. An onboard Gigabit LAN controller handles wired networking, with HDMI and DVI-D display outputs useful for APU-based builds that don't need a discrete GPU. Against the ASUS Prime A520M-K in this batch, the A520M-HDV matches its two-DIMM memory layout at a typically lower price, making it the pick for the absolute most budget-conscious AM4 build using a Ryzen APU.

Power Delivery and VRM Design

ASRock's specification pages for this entry-tier board do not detail an exact VRM phase count; it is designed for non-X3D Ryzen chips and APUs at stock clocks, since the A520 chipset locks CPU overclocking.

Memory Support

Two DDR4 DIMM slots support dual-channel operation at standard AMD-supported speeds up to 64GB total.

Expansion and Storage

Expansion includes a single PCIe 3.0 x16 slot for the GPU. Storage covers SATA ports and basic M.2 support depending on board revision.

Connectivity

An onboard Gigabit LAN controller handles wired networking, with HDMI and DVI-D display outputs useful for APU-based builds that don't need a discrete GPU.

Comparison to Alternatives

Against the ASUS Prime A520M-K in this batch, the A520M-HDV matches its two-DIMM memory layout at a typically lower price, making it the pick for the absolute most budget-conscious AM4 build using a Ryzen APU.

Our verdict

Reviewed by Burooj Alam. Rated by us, not by users.

Best for

  • The most budget-conscious AM4 builds using a Ryzen APU
  • HTPC or office builds that use integrated graphics

Not for

  • Anyone who wants four memory DIMM slots
  • Discrete GPU builds that don't need HDMI/DVI from the motherboard

Specifications

What these specs mean

Identity

Model NumberA520M-HDV
Form FactorMicro-ATX

Platform and CPU compatibility

PlatformAMD
SocketAM4
ChipsetA520
Newest CPU Family SupportedRyzen 5000
Oldest CPU Family SupportedRyzen 3000
CPU Overclocking SupportedNo

Memory

Memory TypeDDR4
Memory Slots2
Max Memory64 GB
Max Memory Capacity64 GB
Max Rated Memory Speed4733 MT/s

Expansion & Connectivity

M.2 Slots1
PCIe 5.0 SupportNo
Wi-Fi OnboardNo

Physical fit

Board Width230 mm

M.2 storage

M.2 Slots Onboard1

Other storage

SATA Ports4

PCIe expansion

PCIe x16 Slots1
Primary Graphics Slot GenPCIe 3.0

Rear USB

Rear USB 5Gbps Ports4
Rear USB 2.0 Ports2

Power delivery

Vcore Power Stages6

Network and audio

Max Ethernet Speed1 Gbps
Ethernet Port Count1
Wi-Fi StandardNone
Audio CodecRealtek ALC887/897, 7.1-channel HD Audio

FAQs

What are the key specifications of the ASRock A520M-HDV (AM4/AMD A520/mATX/Budget/HDMI+DVI Display Outputs)?

Key specs for the ASRock A520M-HDV: Chipset A520, Socket AM4, Socket Type AM4, Max Memory 64 GB, Max Memory Capacity 64 GB, Form Factor Micro-ATX.

Will the ASRock A520M-HDV (AM4/AMD A520/mATX/Budget/HDMI+DVI Display Outputs) work with my current setup?

The ASRock A520M-HDV (AM4/AMD A520/mATX/Budget/HDMI+DVI Display Outputs) lists Socket is AM4. Check that against the hardware you already own before buying, since this is the field that most often decides whether a part fits.

Who is the ASRock A520M-HDV (AM4/AMD A520/mATX/Budget/HDMI+DVI Display Outputs) best suited to?

Best suited to: The most budget-conscious AM4 builds using a Ryzen APU; HTPC or office builds that use integrated graphics.

What are the drawbacks of the ASRock A520M-HDV (AM4/AMD A520/mATX/Budget/HDMI+DVI Display Outputs)?

Not the best fit for: Anyone who wants four memory DIMM slots; Discrete GPU builds that don't need HDMI/DVI from the motherboard.

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