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MICRO CENTER AMD Ryzen 5 5500 Desktop Processor with ASRock A520M-HDV AM4 DDR4 Motherboard
*Price sourced from Amazon.com. Last updated 2026-05-12. Price and availability subject to change.
SpecPicks Verdict
SpecPicks classifies MICRO CENTER AMD Ryzen 5 5500 Desktop Processor with ASRock A520M-HDV… as a niche pick — read recent reviews before buying in the motherboards category, based on limited Amazon review volume so far and our ranking model that weights rating × review-volume × price-fit. Micro Center's positioning sits within the broader category mid-tier. Use the Compare tool to put it side-by-side with two or three close alternatives before clicking through to Amazon.
Common buyer scenarios for motherboards of this kind: matching it to an existing build, replacing a failing part, or upgrading from a previous-generation equivalent. Check the spec table below against your current setup — particularly socket / form-factor / power-rating fields — and confirm compatibility on the Amazon listing before purchase. Prices, stock, and Prime eligibility update directly from Amazon's catalog and may have moved since this page was last verified.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- ✓ Backed by Micro Center's warranty and support channels
- ✓ Ships via Amazon with Prime eligibility and the standard returns policy
Cons
- ✗ Confirm socket / form-factor / power-rating compatibility against your build before ordering
- ✗ Price, stock, and Prime eligibility update from Amazon and may have changed since this page was last verified
Key Features
- AMD Ryzen 5 5500 Desktop Processors, AM4 Socket, PCIe 4.0 Supprot, 6 Cores and 12 processing threads, bundled with the AMD Wraith Stealth cooler, 4.2 GHz Max Boost, unlocked for overclocking, 19 MB cache, DDR4-3200 support
- Can deliver fast 100 plus FPS performance in the world's most popular games, discrete graphics card required,For the advanced Socket AM4 platform
- ASRock A520M-HDV AM4 Motherboard, Micro ATX Form Factor, Supports AMD AM4 Socket, Dual Channel DDR4 Memory up to 64GB, PCIE 3.0, 1 x Ultra M.2 Socket, 4 x SATA3 6.0 Gb/s Connectors, Microsoft Windows 10/11 64-bit
- 6 Phase Power Design;/ Supports DDR4 4733+ (OC);/ 1 x PCIe 3.0 x16, 1 x PCIe 3.0 x1;/ Graphics Output Options: D-Sub, DVI-D, HDMI;/ 7.1 CH HD Audio (Realtek ALC887 Audio Codec)
- 4 x SATA3, 1 x Ultra M.2(Gen3x4 & SATA3);/ 6 x USB 3.2 Gen1(4 x Rear, 2 x Front);/ 6 x USB 2.0(2 x Rear, 4 x Front);/Realtek Gigabit LAN;/ Supports Ryzen 3000/ 5000 Desktop Processors
Full Specifications
| Brand | Micro Center |
|---|---|
| Platform | Windows 10, Windows 11 |
| CPU Model | Ryzen 5 |
| CPU Socket | Socket AM4 |
| Model Name | 5500MBA520MHDV |
| Unit Count | 1.0 Count |
| Chipset Type | AMD A520 |
| Connectivity | USB |
| Model Number | 5500MBA520MHDV |
| Number of Ports | 13 |
| Total Usb Ports | 9 |
| Processor Socket | Socket AM4 |
| Total PCIe Ports | 1 |
| Total SATA Ports | 4 |
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MICRO CENTER AMD Ryzen 5 5500 Desktop Processor with ASRock A520M-HDV AM4 DDR4 Motherboard is available on Amazon with Prime shipping and the full Amazon returns policy. SpecPicks earns a small commission on qualifying purchases — thank you for supporting independent review work.
*Price sourced from Amazon.com. Last updated 2026-05-12. Price and availability subject to change.
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