Asus PRIME A620AM-K

Asus PRIME A620AM-K

A comprehensive guide to the ASUS PRIME A620AM-K motherboard

Build your dream machine with power and stability using theASUS PRIME A620AM-K. This motherboard is designed to extract maximum power from modern AMD processors, with full support for the latest technologies such as DDR5 memory and fast PCIe 4.0 slots. Thanks to its robust design from the PRIME series, it offers the perfect balance of performance, durability, and economical pricing to meet the daily needs of users and content creators.

Key features and detailed specifications

1. Support for next-generation processors (AM5)The motherboard comes with an AM5 socket to support the latest AMD Ryzen processors from the9000, 8000, and 7000 series.The motherboard can efficiently run powerful processors that consume up to 120 watts, providing you with exceptional performance in heavy tasks and gaming.

2. Unprecedented memory speeds with DDR5Get ready for a massive leap in performance with support for the new generation of memory:

• It supports a capacity of up to128 GBdistributed across two slots (Dual Channel).

• It supports overclocking to achieve exceptional frequencies:7600+ MT/s(with 8000 series processors) and7200+ MT/s(with 7000 and 9000 series processors).

• Comprehensive support for pre-programmed overclocking technologies such asAMD EXPOandASUS AEMPto ensure maximum speed and stability at the push of a button.

3. Ultra-fast storage and expansion options

• Graphics card slot:The motherboard includes aPCIe 4.0 x16slot to support the latest graphics cards and fully utilize their power in gaming and design applications.

• Storage devices:It comes equipped with aM.2PCIe 4.0 x4 interface for installing ultra-fast SSDs, along with 4 SATA 6Gb/s ports for traditional drives, supporting RAID technology to protect your data or increase transfer speeds.

4. Flexible and comprehensive port connectivityThe motherboard offers a wide range of ports to connect all your devices:

• USB ports:A total of12 ports(6 at the back and 6 front via internal connections), including USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports (at 5Gbps) for fast data transfer, and USB 2.0 ports for peripherals.

• Video output:It supports modern displays via aDisplayPort 1.4(with a resolution of up to 8K) and a portHDMI 2.1(with a resolution of up to 4K).

• Network:Stable and fast internet connection viaRealtek 1Gb Ethernetsupported by ASUS LANGuard network protection technology.

5. Pure surround sound experienceEnjoy immersive sound in games and movies thanks to the Realtek chip that supports7.1 High Definition Audio, (up to 24-Bit/192 kHz). To ensure sound purity, the board is equipped with high-quality Japanese audio capacitors, physical sound isolation, and dedicated layers in the printed circuit board (PCB) to prevent electromagnetic interference.

6. Smart protection and cooling solutions (ASUS 5X PROTECTION III)The board is designed to last and withstand workload pressure:

• Aluminum heatsink:to effectively cool the board.

• DIGI+ VRM power supply:ensures clean and stable power delivery to the processor.

• Integrated protection:includes over-voltage protection, a reinforced SafeSlot Core to protect the graphics card from damage, as well as a stainless steel backplate that is resistant to rust and corrosion.

7. Aesthetic touches and easy building techniques (DIY)

• Aura Sync:Customize your device's lighting with 3 connection headers (Addressable RGB Gen 2) to control and synchronize RGB fans and lighting strips.

• ASUS Q-Design:Technologies that make component installation easier, such as Q-DIMM for easy RAM installation and removal, and Q-LED Core indicators to check boot status and identify faults immediately (CPU, RAM, graphics card, boot).

• Smart software:Full control of the system, cooling, and lighting via theArmoury Crate, and secure BIOS updates through ASUS's easy tools.

The board comes withASUS PRIME A620AM-KIn a compact size (micro-ATX), it serves as the ideal foundation for building an economical, modern, and powerful computer setup at the same time. Thanks to its integration of next-generation technologies such as AM5 processors and DDR5 memory, along with ASUS's high standards of quality and protection, this motherboard ensures stable performance and a hassle-free user experience for years to come.

Asus PRIME A620AM-K Motherboard Specifications

Model

• PRIME A620AM-K

CPU

• AMD Socket AM5 for AMD Ryzen™ 9000 & 8000 & 7000 Series Desktop Processors

• Supports up to AMD 120W CPU

Chipset

• AMD A620A Chipset

Memory

• 2 x DIMM slots, max. 128GB, DDR5

• Supports up to 7200+MT/s(OC) with Ryzen™ 9000 & 7000 Series Processors

• Supports up to 7600+MT/s(OC) with Ryzen™ 8000 Series Processors

• Non-ECC Un-buffered DIMM

• Dual channel memory architecture

• Supports AMD Extended Profiles for Overclocking (EXPO™)

• ASUS Enhanced Memory Profile (AEMP)

Graphics

• 1 x DisplayPort (Supports max. 8K@30Hz as specified in DisplayPort 1.4)

• 1 x HDMI™ port (Supports 4K@60Hz as specified in HDMI 2.1)

Expansion Slots

• AMD Ryzen™ 9000 & 7000 Series Desktop Processors: 1 x PCIe 4.0 x16 slot (supports x16 mode)

• AMD Ryzen™ 8000 Series Desktop Processors: 1 x PCIe 4.0 x16 slot (supports x8/x4 mode)

• AMD A620A Chipset: 1 x PCIe 3.0 x1 slot

Storage

• Total supports 1 x M.2 slot and 4 x SATA 6Gb/s ports

• AMD Ryzen™ 9000 & 8000 & 7000 Series Desktop Processors: M.2 slot (Key M), type 2242/2260/2280 (supports PCIe 4.0 x4 mode)

• AMD A620A Chipset: 4 x SATA 6Gb/s ports

RAID Support

• AMD RAIDXpert2 Technology

• Ryzen™ 9000 Series Processors: RAID 0/1/5/10

• Ryzen™ 8000 Series Processors: RAID 0/1

• Ryzen™ 7000 Series Processors: RAID 0/1/10

Ethernet

• 1 x Realtek 1Gb Ethernet

• ASUS LANGuard

USB

• Rear USB (Total 6 ports):4 x USB 5Gbps ports (4 x Type-A), 2 x USB 2.0 ports (2 x Type-A)

• Front USB (Total 6 ports):1 x USB 5Gbps header supports 2 additional USB 5Gbps ports, 2 x USB 2.0 headers support 4 additional USB 2.0 ports

Audio

• Realtek 7.1 Surround Sound High Definition Audio CODEC

• Supports: Jack-detection, Multi-streaming, Front Panel Jack-retasking

• Supports up to 24-Bit/192 kHz playback

• Audio Features: Audio Shielding, Premium audio capacitors, Dedicated audio PCB layers

Back Panel I/O Ports

• 4 x USB 5Gbps ports (4 x Type-A)

• 2 x USB 2.0 ports (2 x Type-A)

• 1 x DisplayPort

• 1 x HDMI™ port

• 1 x Realtek 1Gb Ethernet port

• 3 x Audio jacks

• 1 x PS/2 keyboard/mouse combo port

Internal I/O Connectors

• Fan and Cooling Related:1 x 4-pin CPU Fan header, 2 x 4-pin Chassis Fan headers

• Power Related:1 x 24-pin Main Power connector, 1 x 8-pin +12V CPU Power connector

• Storage Related:1 x M.2 slot (Key M), 4 x SATA 6Gb/s ports

• USB:1 x USB 5Gbps header supports 2 additional USB 5Gbps ports, 2 x USB 2.0 headers support 4 additional USB 2.0 ports

• Miscellaneous:3 x Addressable RGB Gen 2 headers, 1 x Clear CMOS header, 1 x COM Port header, 1 x Front Panel Audio header (F_AUDIO), 1 x S/PDIF Out header, 1 x SPI TPM header (14-1 pin), 1 x 10-1 pin Front Panel System header

Special Features

• ASUS 5X PROTECTION III:DIGI+ VRM, LANGuard, Overvoltage protection, SafeSlot Core, Stainless-steel back I/O

• ASUS Q-Design:Q-DIMM, Q-LED Core, Q-Slot

• ASUS Thermal Solution:Aluminum heatsink design

• Aura Sync:Addressable RGB Gen 2 headers

BIOS

• 256 Mb Flash ROM, UEFI AMI BIOS

Manageability

• WOL by PME, PXE

Accessories

• Cables: 2 x SATA 6Gb/s cables

• Miscellaneous: 1 x I/O shield, 1 x Screw package for M.2 SSD

• Documentation: 1 x Quick start guide

Operating System

• Windows 11, Windows 10 64-bit

Form Factor

• micro-ATX Form Factor

• 8.9 inch x 8.7 inch (22.6 cm x 22.1 cm)