Description

• CPU
  1. AMD Socket AM4, support for: 3rd Generation AMD Ryzen™ processors/ 3rd Generation AMD Ryzen™ with Radeon™ Graphics processors

  (Please refer “CPU Support List” for more information.)

• Chipset
  1. AMD A520
• Memory
  1. 2 x DDR4 DIMM sockets supporting up to 64 GB (32 GB single DIMM capacity) of system memory
  2. 3rd Gen AMD Ryzen™ Processors:
     Support for DDR4 5100(O.C.) / 4866(O.C.) / 4600(O.C.) / 4400(O.C.) / 4000(O.C.) / 3600(O.C.) / 3333(O.C.) / 3200 / 2933 / 2667 / 2400 / 2133 MHz memory modules
  3. 3rd Gen AMD Ryzen™ with Radeon™ Graphics processors:
     Support for DDR4 5300(O.C.) / 5200(O.C.) / 5000(O.C.) / 4866(O.C.) / 4600(O.C.) / 4400(O.C.) / 4000(O.C.) / 3600(O.C.) / 3333(O.C.) / 3200 / 2933 / 2667 / 2400 / 2133 MHz memory modules
  4. Dual channel memory architecture
  5. Support for ECC Un-buffered DIMM 1Rx8/2Rx8 memory modules
  6. Support for non-ECC Un-buffered DIMM 1Rx8/2Rx8/1Rx16 memory modules
  7. Support for Extreme Memory Profile (XMP) memory modules

  (Please refer “Memory Support List” for more information.)

• Onboard Graphics
  Integrated in the 3rd Generation AMD Ryzen™ with Radeon™ Graphics processors:

  1. 1 x DisplayPort port, supporting a maximum resolution of 5120×2880@60 Hz
     * Support for DisplayPort 1.4 version, HDCP 2.3, and HDR.
  2. 2 x HDMI ports, supporting a maximum resolution of 4096×2160@60 Hz
     * Support for HDMI 2.1 version, HDCP 2.3, and HDR.

  Support for up to 3 displays at the same time
  Maximum shared memory of 16 GB

• Audio
  1. Realtek^® ALC887 codec
  2. High Definition Audio
  3. 2/4/5.1/7.1-channel
     * To configure 7.1-channel audio, you need to open the audio software and select Device advanced settings > Playback Device to change the default setting first. Please visit GIGABYTE’s website for details on configuring the audio software.
• LAN
  1. Realtek^® GbE LAN chip (1000 Mbit/100 Mbit)
• Wireless Communication module
  Intel^® Wi-Fi AC 3168

  1. WIFI 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, supporting 2.4/5 GHz Dual-Band
  2. BLUETOOTH 4.2
  3. Support for 11ac wireless standard and up to 433 Mbps data rate
     * Actual data rate may vary depending on environment and equipment.
• Expansion Slots
  Integrated in the CPU:

  1. 1 x PCI Express x16 slot, supporting PCIe 3.0 and running at x16
• Storage Interface
  Integrated in the CPU:

  1. 1 x M.2 connector (Socket 3, M key, type 2260/2280 SATA and PCIe 3.0 x4/x2 SSD support)

  Chipset:

  1. 4 x SATA 6Gb/s connectors
  2. Support for RAID 0, RAID 1, and RAID 10
• USB
  Integrated in the CPU:

  1. 4 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports on the back panel

  Chipset:

  1. 2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports available through the internal USB header
  2. 4 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports (2 ports on the back panel, 2 ports available through the internal USB header)
• Internal I/O Connectors
  1. 1 x 24-pin ATX main power connector
  2. 1 x 8-pin ATX 12V power connector
  3. 1 x CPU fan header
  4. 2 x system fan headers
  5. 1 x addressable LED strip header
  6. 1 x RGB LED strip header
  7. 1 x M.2 Socket 3 connector
  8. 4 x SATA 6Gb/s connectors
  9. 1 x front panel header
  10. 1 x front panel audio header
  11. 1 x speaker header
  12. 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 header
  13. 1 x USB 2.0/1.1 header
  14. 1 x Trusted Platform Module (TPM) header (2×6 pin, for the GC-TPM2.0_S module only)
  15. 1 x serial port header
  16. 1 x Clear CMOS jumper
• Back Panel Connectors
  1. 1 x DisplayPort
  2. 2 x HDMI ports
  3. 4 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports
  4. 2 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports
  5. 1 x Q-Flash Plus button
  6. 1 x RJ-45 ports
  7. 2 x SMA antenna connectors (1T1R)
  8. 3 x audio jacks
• I/O Controller
  1. iTE^® I/O Controller Chip
• H/W Monitoring
  1. Voltage detection
  2. Temperature detection
  3. Fan speed detection
  4. Overheating warning
  5. Fan fail warning
  6. Fan speed control
     * Whether the fan speed control function is supported will depend on the cooler you install.
• BIOS
  1. 1 x 128 Mbit flash
  2. Use of licensed AMI UEFI BIOS
  3. PnP 1.0a, DMI 2.7, WfM 2.0, SM BIOS 2.7, ACPI 5.0
• Unique Features
  1. Support for APP Center
     * Available applications in APP Center may vary by motherboard model. Supported functions of each application may also vary depending on motherboard specifications.
     @BIOS
     EasyTune
     Fast Boot
     Game Boost
     ON/OFF Charge
     RGB Fusion
     Smart Backup
     System Information Viewer
  2. Support for Q-Flash Plus
  3. Support for Q-Flash
  4. Support for Xpress Install
• Bundled Software
  1. Norton^® Internet Security (OEM version)
  2. Realtek^® 8118 Gaming LAN Bandwidth Control Utility
• Operating System
  1. Support for Windows 10 64-bit
• Form Factor
  1. Mini-ITX Form Factor; 17.0cm x 17.0cm
• Remark
  1. Due to different Linux support condition provided by chipset vendors, please download Linux driver from chipset vendors’ website or 3rd party website.
  2. Most hardware/software vendors may no longer offer drivers to support Win9X/ME/2000/XP. If drivers are available from the vendors, we will update them on the GIGABYTE website.

Solid Pin Power Connector

DisplayPort

HDMI*2

Q-Flash Plus Button

GIGABYTE 8118 Gaming GbE LAN

Intel Dual Band 802.11ac & BT 4.2

High-End Audio Capacitors

Direct 6 Phases Digital VRM Solution with DrMOS

• 55A DrMOS
• Premium Choke and Capacitor
• 8 Layer PCB

Supports 3rd Gen AMD Ryzen™ Processors

Dual Channel DDR4, 2 DIMMs

SATA3 Ports*4

RGB FUSION 2.0

• Addressable LED Header*1
• RGB LED Header*1

NVMe PCIe 3.0 x4 M.2 Connector

Smart Fan 5 + FAN STOP

• 3 Fan Connectors
• 5 Temperature Sensors

PERFORMANCE

Direct 6 Phases Digital VRM Solution with 55A DrMOS

A520I AC motherboard uses a Direct 6 phases digital CPU power design which includes both digital PWM Controller and DrMOS. These 100% digital controller offer incredible precision in delivering power to the motherboard’s most power-hungry and energy-sensitive components, allowing enthusiasts to get the absolute maximum performance from 3rd Gen AMD Ryzen™ processors.

• Digital PWM Controller delivers appropriate voltage to the CPU.
• Direct 6 Phases DrMOS, each power phase connects directly to the CPU. With capability to handle up to 330 Amps current in total.
• All-solid capacitors to improve Transient response and minimize oscillation.
• 8pin Solid Pin CPU Power Connector.

Faster and Better Coverage with Dual Band 802.11ac WIFI & BT4.2 Module

The onboard 802.11ac WIFI module from Intel^® supports the Dual Band and up to 433 Mbps transition speed, 3x faster than 802.11n and also support BLUETOOTH 4.2.

The brand new of Ultra Durable™ Antenna supports Dual Band 802.11ax/ac 2.4GHz & 5GHz with 4dBi signal gained. It featured with better signal strength as compared to traditional antenna design and the magnetic base is the best design for signal strength direction and location.

Exclusive Realtek 8118 Gaming LAN

High Speed Gigabit LAN with Automatic Bandwidth Allocation

Realtek 8118 LAN is a high performance and friendly network chip for gaming players with automatic bandwidth allocation to ensure the highest network priority of the game or application. It can provide users the most comprehensive features and the fastest and smoothest Internet experience.

Program On Top Gets Highest Priority

Real-Time Network Monitoring

NVMe PCIe Gen3 x4 M.2 Connector

GIGABYTE Motherboards are focused on delivering M.2 technology to enthusiasts who want to maximize their system’s potential.

Dual HDMI 2.1 for 4K / 60P / 21:9 / HDCP 2.3 Support

HDMI 2.1, which is backwards compatible with HDMI 2.0/ 1.4 and offering 48 Gb/s of bandwidth – twice times more than previous generation. This unlocks the potential for users to transfer multiple video streams, as well as a native cinematic 21:9 ratio (which most movies are shot in), Full HDR and HDCP 2.3 support, to offer the best visual experience for viewers.

Note: Only New Gen AMD Ryzen™ with Radeon™ Graphics processors support displaying function.

Learn more about PERFORMANCE

COOLING

Smart Fan 5

With Smart Fan 5 users can ensure that their gaming PC can maintain its performance while staying cool. Smart Fan 5 allows users to interchange their fan headers to reflect different thermal sensors at different locations on the motherboard. Not only that, with Smart Fan 5 more hybrid fan headers that support both PWM and Voltage mode fans have been introduced to make the motherboard more liquid cooling friendly.

Fan Connectors

Internal Temperature Sensors

Different models have different number of fan pin headers and temperature sensors. Smart Fan 5 function may vary by model.

Temperature Sensors

Hybrid Fan Headers

■ 5 Temperature Sensors
■ 3 Fan Pin Headers
■ All Fan Pin Headers Upgraded to Hybrid Fan Headers
■ Interoperable Fans and Sensors
■ Intuitive UI for Fan Control

FAN STOP

Hybrid FAN Header

Smart Fan 5 Software

Achieve fan silence. With Fan Stop, map any fan to stop completely when temperatures drop below a specified threshold. Which fan stops, based on readings from which sensor, and at what temperature—all of it can be customized to your liking.

Intelligent Fan Control Design

LIGHTING

RGB FUSION 2.0

With A520 Motherboards, RGB Fusion 2.0 is even better with Addressable LEDs. RGB Fusion 2.0 offers users the option to control onboard RGB and external RGB / Addressable LED light strips* for their PC build. Already feature filled with colors and patterns, RGB Fusion 2.0 are now upgraded to improve the Addressable LED support. With external Addressable LED strips, where each LED is digitally addressable that users can experience even more patterns, styles, and illuminations.

With A520 Motherboards support the external 5V Addressable LED lighting strips and up to 300 LED lights. RGB Fusion 2.0 with Addressable LEDs comes with new patterns and various speed settings with more to come.

* The external RGB LED strips and Addressable LED strips are not included with Motherboard purchase.

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RGB Fusion 2.0 Software

RGB Fusion APP

With an integrated intuitive user interface, the RGB Fusion 2.0 provides you a better solution for customizing the lighting effects across all supported devices. From motherboards, graphics cards to the peripheral products, you can personalize your gaming rig with your own style and show off your build by sharing the profiles. In addition, the new gaming mode makes the lighting effects interactive with selected games to bring you the most immersive gaming experience.

Sync with one click

Individual control as you wish

ULTRA DURABLE

Q-Flash Plus

Update the BIOS easily without installing the CPU, memory and graphics card.

With GIGABYTE Q-Flash Plus, you don’t need to install the CPU, memory and graphics card nor enter the BIOS menu to flash the BIOS. Just download and save a new BIOS file (rename to gigabyte.bin) on the USB flash drive, then press the dedicated Q-Flash Plus button and you’re good to go!

GIGABYTE Patented Double Locking Bracket

Solid Pin Power Connectors

A520 motherboards feature solid plated ATX 12V 8pin power connectors for offering stable power supply while CPU overloading.

Solid Pin Power connector advantages

1. Larger contact area for electricity
2. More metal quantity to sustain higher power and generated heat
3. Ultra durable and longer lifespan

START SULFURIZATION PROTECTION

Sulfur compounds in the air can penetrate tiny onboard resistors creating chemical change and causing these resistors to open or short. If either of these occurs the motherboard will fail to function. By equipping resistors with an Anti-Sulfur Design GIGABYTE gives Ultra Durable Motherboards a whole new meaning.

GIGABYTE EXCELLENCE

GIGABYTE BIOS & Applications

BIOS

APP CENTER

EasyTune

@BIOS

System Information Viewer

Refreshed BIOS

The BIOS is essential for users during initial setup to allow for the most optimal settings. With a new GUI and easier to use functionalities, GIGABYTE has been able to reinvent the BIOS to give users a better experience while setting up their new system.

* Photos are for reference only. Product features may vary by model.