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MSI A520M-A PRO AM4 AMD A520 SATA Micro ATX Motherboard

MSI A520M-A PRO AM4 AMD A520 SATA Micro ATX Motherboard

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  • Last seen at $392.85 at Newegg on Nov 10.

Our take on the MSI A520M-A PRO AM4 AMD A520 SATA Micro ATX Motherboard

The MSI A520M-A PRO is a budget micro-ATX board for AMD's AM4 socket, built on the entry-level A520 chipset. It covers the basics for a simple build: one M.2 slot, four SATA ports, DDR4 memory support and a single PCIe x16 slot. It does not support CPU overclocking or PCIe 4.0, so it suits Ryzen 3000 and 5000 chips used at stock speeds rather than enthusiasts. Against B550 boards it gives up overclocking and Gen4 lanes but costs less and is simpler to set up.

Best forBudget office or home PCsFirst-time builders on AM4Small micro-ATX casesPairing with a Ryzen 5 5600 or similar
Pros
  • Micro-ATX size fits compact cases
  • Simple layout with few headers to wire
  • Supports Ryzen 5000 chips after a BIOS update
  • M.2 slot and four SATA ports cover basic storage
  • No chipset fan to add noise
Cons
  • No CPU or memory overclocking on A520
  • No PCIe 4.0 support
  • Only one M.2 slot and one full-length PCIe slot
  • Fewer USB ports than B550 boards
  • Basic VRM not meant for high-core CPUs under sustained load

MSI A520M-A PRO AM4 AMD A520 SATA Micro ATX Motherboard prices at every store

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MSI A520M-A PRO AM4 AMD A520 SATA Micro ATX Motherboard price history

Lowest price we've seen: $392.85 on Nov 10 at Newegg. Tracked across 1 store since Nov 10.

What reviewers say

Owners treat it as a no-frills board that does its job in budget builds. Most praise the easy setup and stable stock operation; complaints focus on the limited expansion and the lack of overclocking.

What people mention
  • SetupPraisedOwners say the board goes together quickly and boots without fuss.
  • ExpansionCriticisedBuyers note the single M.2 slot and few PCIe and USB options.
  • OverclockingCriticisedThe A520 chipset locks CPU overclocking, which some buyers miss.
  • StabilityPraisedReviewers report steady operation with mid-range Ryzen processors at stock settings.
  • BuildMixedThe board feels basic but adequate; the VRM is fine for modest chips, not power-hungry ones.

Specifications

Form Factor
ATXSource
Processor
AMDSource
Chipset
AMD A520Source
Wi-Fi
YesSource
Socket AMD

Questions and answers

Does it support Ryzen 5000 processors?
Yes, with a current BIOS. Older stock may need a BIOS update first, which requires a supported older CPU.
Can I overclock the CPU on this board?
No. The A520 chipset does not allow CPU overclocking, so you run chips at stock speeds.
Does it have PCIe 4.0?
No. The board runs PCIe 3.0 only, so Gen4 SSDs and graphics cards work but at Gen3 speed.
How many M.2 and SATA drives can I install?
One M.2 drive and up to four SATA drives.
Is it Wi-Fi ready out of the box?
No. It has no built-in Wi-Fi; you add a USB or PCIe Wi-Fi card, or use Ethernet.
What memory does it take?
DDR4 DIMMs, two slots, up to 64GB. Check the MSI memory list for validated kits.
Where is the MSI A520M-A PRO AM4 AMD A520 SATA Micro ATX Motherboard cheapest?
At Newegg, for $392.85, as of our latest check.

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