Asus TUF GAMING A520M-PLUS II Motherboard
The ASUS TUF GAMING A520M-PLUS II is a robust and feature-packed microATX motherboard designed for gamers and PC enthusiasts seeking reliability, performance, and future-proofing on an AMD platform. Supporting AMD Ryzen 3000, 4000 G-Series, and 5000 Series desktop processors, this motherboard leverages the A520 chipset, providing a stable foundation for high-performance computing and gaming setups. Built with durability in mind, the TUF GAMING A520M-PLUS II features TUF Protection, including DIGI+ VRM, ESD Guards, SafeSlot Core+, overvoltage protection, and a stainless-steel back I/O for enhanced longevity. Its thermal design incorporates efficient VRM heatsinks, ensuring optimal cooling under heavy workloads, while two 4-pin chassis fan headers and a CPU fan header enable precise thermal management. The motherboard supports dual-channel DDR4 memory up to 128GB, with speeds up to 4866 MHz (OC), offering flexibility for high-speed memory configurations. Expansion options include one PCIe 3.0 x16 slot for discrete graphics and two PCIe 3.0 x1 slots for additional peripherals, catering to both gaming and productivity needs. For storage, the motherboard provides one M.2 slot supporting PCIe 3.0 x4 and SATA modes and four SATA 6Gb/s ports, along with RAID 0, 1, and 10 support for data redundancy and performance. Connectivity is extensive, featuring DisplayPort, HDMI 2.1 (4K@60Hz), D-Sub, four USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports, two USB 2.0 ports, Realtek 1Gb Ethernet with TUF LANGuard, and internal headers for additional USB ports and RGB lighting. Audio is powered by Realtek ALC887/897 7.1 Surround Sound, enhanced with audio shielding, premium Japanese capacitors, and dedicated PCB layers for immersive, high-definition sound. The motherboard also includes AURA Sync RGB headers, BIOS FlashBack, and a suite of ASUS utilities such as Armoury Crate, AI Suite 3, Fan Xpert 2+, and Turbo LAN, providing full system customization, monitoring, and optimization. With a 3-year warranty, the ASUS TUF GAMING A520M-PLUS II combines reliability, performance, and expandability, making it an excellent choice for gamers, PC builders, and enthusiasts who demand durable, high-quality components.
Features of Asus TUF GAMING A520M-PLUS II Motherboard
- Expansion slots: 1× PCIe 3.0 x16, 2× PCIe 3.0 x1.
- Rear display outputs: HDMI 2.1 (4K@60Hz), DisplayPort 1.2, and D-Sub (VGA).
- Networking: Realtek 1 Gb Ethernet with enhanced protection.
- Audio: Realtek ALC887/897 7.1-channel HD audio, audio shielding, premium capacitors.
- Durable components: DIGI+ VRM, SafeSlot Core+, ESD guards, overvoltage protection, stainless-steel back I/O.
- Cooling: VRM heatsink, 1× CPU fan header, 2× chassis fan headers, fan control via software.
- Aesthetics & customization: Aura Sync RGB headers, addressable RGB headers, BIOS FlashBack, and ASUS utilities for monitoring and optimization.
- Long-term reliability: Built with military-grade TUF components for stability under heavy workloads.