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difference between a520 and a320

difference between a520 and a320

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solbergdud
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06-08-2020, 03:44 AM
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I've been checking motherboards and saw A320 and A520 models. I understand A320 isn't compatible with Ryzen 5000 series, but is there more to it than that?
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solbergdud
06-08-2020, 03:44 AM #1

I've been checking motherboards and saw A320 and A520 models. I understand A320 isn't compatible with Ryzen 5000 series, but is there more to it than that?

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SoyDash
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06-13-2020, 11:19 AM
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Between A320 and A520 models, USB 10Gbps is introduced with a new chipsets link. The connection switches from 4x PCIe 2.0 to 4x PCIe 3.0, which removes support for R1000+2000 but adds R3000 and R4000. The R5000 version is available only to OEMs.
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SoyDash
06-13-2020, 11:19 AM #2

Between A320 and A520 models, USB 10Gbps is introduced with a new chipsets link. The connection switches from 4x PCIe 2.0 to 4x PCIe 3.0, which removes support for R1000+2000 but adds R3000 and R4000. The R5000 version is available only to OEMs.

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Rand00mizeR
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06-13-2020, 11:26 AM
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Opt for the b450 instead of a520 to expand your choices in BIOS and improve your ability to configure settings.
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Rand00mizeR
06-13-2020, 11:26 AM #3

Opt for the b450 instead of a520 to expand your choices in BIOS and improve your ability to configure settings.

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TheMrCow
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06-13-2020, 02:16 PM
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Unless you're purchasing it at no cost, avoid the A320. Those boards were constructed with minimal expense, and many are quite likely to malfunction. A520 and B450 typically cost similarly, with the B450 offering significantly more capabilities and support for each Ryzen CPU (except on most boards). Unless you're buying an A520 extremely cheaply, the additional $10 at most you'd pay for the B450 is a good investment.
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TheMrCow
06-13-2020, 02:16 PM #4

Unless you're purchasing it at no cost, avoid the A320. Those boards were constructed with minimal expense, and many are quite likely to malfunction. A520 and B450 typically cost similarly, with the B450 offering significantly more capabilities and support for each Ryzen CPU (except on most boards). Unless you're buying an A520 extremely cheaply, the additional $10 at most you'd pay for the B450 is a good investment.

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TJAWS
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06-13-2020, 04:09 PM
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I discovered an A520 model recently sold and delivered by Newegg for $50.
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TJAWS
06-13-2020, 04:09 PM #5

I discovered an A520 model recently sold and delivered by Newegg for $50.

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06-14-2020, 01:14 PM
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These boards are typically sold at a lower price in the ITX market, often around 30-40 dollars less.
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alondra_malfoy
06-14-2020, 01:14 PM #6

These boards are typically sold at a lower price in the ITX market, often around 30-40 dollars less.

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Catlover247
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06-14-2020, 02:48 PM
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The MSI B450M Pro-VDH offers significant value compared to a $10 higher price. Unless you're extremely budget-conscious, it's a worthwhile investment.
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Catlover247
06-14-2020, 02:48 PM #7

The MSI B450M Pro-VDH offers significant value compared to a $10 higher price. Unless you're extremely budget-conscious, it's a worthwhile investment.