SPECIFICATIONS

The MACHINIST A520M-GL is an entry-level Micro-ATX motherboard built around the AMD A520 chipset for the AM4 platform. Designed for budget-conscious PC builders, it supports a wide range of AMD Ryzen processors, DDR4 memory, NVMe SSDs, and modern connectivity, making it suitable for home, office, multimedia, and entry-level gaming systems.

Its compact Micro-ATX form factor allows it to fit in most standard and compact PC cases while offering the essential features needed for a reliable desktop build.

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Key Features

AMD AM4 Socket

Compatible with many AMD Ryzen desktop processors, including:

• Ryzen 3000 Series
• Ryzen 4000 G-Series APUs
• Ryzen 5000 Series

Some processors may require an updated BIOS for compatibility.

AMD A520 Chipset

The A520 chipset is designed for affordable PC builds and provides:

• Stable everyday performance
• PCIe 3.0 support
• DDR4 memory compatibility
• NVMe SSD support

Unlike B550 and X570 chipsets, A520 does not officially support PCIe 4.0 or CPU overclocking.

Dual-Channel DDR4 Memory

Supports:

• Up to 64GB DDR4 RAM
• Dual-channel memory architecture
• High-speed memory depending on the installed Ryzen processor and BIOS

High-Speed M.2 Storage

Includes an M.2 slot supporting PCIe 3.0 x4 NVMe SSDs for faster boot times and quicker application loading than traditional SATA SSDs. Comparable A520 boards also include multiple SATA III ports for additional storage.

USB 3.2 Connectivity

Provides USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports for:

• External SSDs
• USB flash drives
• Gaming peripherals
• High-speed file transfers

Micro-ATX Form Factor

Compact 9.6-inch class Micro-ATX layout that fits most Micro-ATX and ATX computer cases while leaving room for expansion.

Expansion Options

Typical expansion includes:

• 1 × PCIe x16 slot for a graphics card
• PCIe x1 slots for expansion cards (layout may vary by revision)

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Benefits

• Affordable AM4 platform
• Supports Ryzen 3000, 4000G, and 5000 processors
• Up to 64GB DDR4 memory
• PCIe 3.0 NVMe M.2 SSD support
• USB 3.2 connectivity
• Compact Micro-ATX design
• Good choice for office, home, and budget gaming PCs

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Specifications

• Brand: MACHINIST
• Model: A520M-GL
• Chipset: AMD A520
• CPU Socket: AM4
• Form Factor: Micro-ATX
• Memory: DDR4 Dual Channel
• Maximum Memory: Up to 64GB
• Storage: M.2 NVMe PCIe 3.0, SATA III
• USB: USB 3.2 Gen 1, USB 2.0
• Expansion: PCIe x16, PCIe x1
• Networking: Gigabit Ethernet (varies by revision)

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Package Includes

• 1 × MACHINIST A520M-GL Motherboard
• 1 × I/O Shield (if included by the seller)
• 1 × SATA Data Cable (varies by package)
• 1 × User Manual

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Strenghts

• Excellent value for budget AM4 builds
• Supports many Ryzen processors
• NVMe M.2 SSD support
• Compact Micro-ATX size
• Suitable for office PCs, home systems, and entry-level gaming

 

Application: Desktop

Back I/O Ports: 1x RJ45

Battery Included: Yes

Brand Name: MACHINIST

Chipset: AMD A520

Chipset Manufacturer: AMD

Form Factor: Micro-ATX

High-concerned chemical: None

Max LAN Speed: 1000Mbps

Maximum Ram Capacity: 64 GB

Memory channel: Double

Number Of Memory Slots: 2

Number of M.2: 1

Number of PCI: 1

Number of PCIe x 16: 1

Number of SATA Ports: 2

Onboard Connectors & Header: 24-pin Main Power Connector,CPU Fan Connector(s)

Onboard LAN: 1x RJ45

PCI - E standards: PCI-E 3.0

Package: Yes

Ports: USB 3.0

Processor compatibility: AMD Others

RAID Supported: no

Socket Type: LGA 2011-3

Special Features: NONE

Storage Interface Type: SATA

Support Memory Type: DDR4

Support USB Type: USB 2.0,USB 3.0

Supports M.2 SSD: 2280

Usage Scenario: Gaming,Audio & Video,Video Production,others

With CPU: Yes