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MICRO CENTER AMD 5500 Processor with ASRock A520M-HDV AM4 DDR4 Motherboard7.4Our score 3 photos
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MICRO CENTER AMD 5500 Processor with ASRock A520M-HDV AM4 DDR4 Motherboard

7.4/10 our score 3.7 (7 ratings on Amazon)

AMD Ryzen 5 5500 Desktop Processor, 6 Cores, 12 Threads, 4.2 GHz Max Boost, Unlocked Memory Overclocking. L2+L3 Cache 19 MB, 65W TDP, DDR4 S

Processor SocketSocket AM4Memory Clock Speed4600 MHzMemory Storage Capacity64 GBGraphics Card InterfacePCI ExpressTotal Usb Ports9Total PCIe Ports1

About this item

  • AMD Ryzen 5 5500 Desktop Processor, 6 Cores, 12 Threads, 4.2 GHz Max Boost, Unlocked Memory Overclocking. L2+L3 Cache 19 MB, 65W TDP, DDR4 Supported, PCIe 3.0 Support. For the Advanced Socket AM4 Platform
  • Can Deliver Fast 100 Plus FPS Performance in the World's Most Popular Games; AMD Wraith Stealth Cooler Included; Discrete Graphics Card Required; No ECC Support; Supports Windows 10 and Windows 11 64-Bit Editions
  • 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)
Category: PC Parts › MotherboardsRanked #99 of 616 in PC Parts
7.4Our score
Our verdict

AMD Ryzen 5 5500 Desktop Processor, 6 Cores, 12 Threads, 4.2 GHz Max Boost, Unlocked Memory Overclocking. L2+L3 Cache 19 MB, 65W TDP, DDR4 S

Ranked #99 in PC Parts · 4 things we like

AMD Ryzen 5 5500 Desktop Processor, 6 Cores, 12 Threads, 4.2 GHz Max Boost, Unlocked Memory Overclocking. L2+L3 Cache 19 MB, 65W TDP, DDR4 Supported, PCIe 3.0 Support. For the Advanced Socket AM4 Platform Can Deliver Fast 100 Plus FPS Performance in the World's Most Popular Games; AMD Wraith Stealth Cooler Included; Discrete Graphics Card Required; No ECC Support; Supports Windows 10 and Windows 11 64-Bit Editions 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

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Product information

24 specifications
Processor SocketSocket AM4
Compatible DevicesPersonal Computer
RAM Memory TechnologyDDR4
Compatible ProcessorsAMD Ryzen 3000/5000 Series Desktop Processors
Chipset TypeAMD A520
Memory Clock Speed4600 MHz
PlatformWindows 10, Windows 11
CPU ModelRyzen 5
Memory Storage Capacity64 GB
Ram Memory Maximum Size64 GB
Main Power Connector Type24-Pin
Graphics Card InterfacePCI Express
Memory Slots Available4
Number of Ports13
Total SATA Ports4
Total Usb Ports9
Number of Ethernet Ports1
Total Number of HDMI Ports1
Total PCIe Ports1
Chipset FamilyAMD A520
BrandMicro Center
Model Name5500MBA520MHDV
Model Number5500MBA520MHDV
Item HighlightCPU Motherboard Combo, PCIe 3.0, 1 x Ultra M.2, 4 x SATA3 6.0 Gb/s, Micro ATX, Windows 10/11 64-bit Support

Pros & cons

What we like
  • AMD Ryzen 5 5500 Desktop Processor, 6 Cores, 12 Threads, 4.2 GHz Max Boost, Unlocked Memory Overclocking. L2+L3 Cache 19 MB, 65W TDP, DDR4 Supported, PCIe 3.0 Support. For the Advanced Socket AM4 Platform
  • Can Deliver Fast 100 Plus FPS Performance in the World's Most Popular Games; AMD Wraith Stealth Cooler Included; Discrete Graphics Card Required; No ECC Support; Supports Windows 10 and Windows 11 64-Bit Editions
  • 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)
What could be better

    Customer reviews

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    3.77 global ratings
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    Breakdown from the 4 most helpful reviews we imported.

    J
    Just Raymond
    Verified purchaseJuly 31, 2026
    Eliminate the slot guess work

    Insane steal! Quick AM4 build

    B
    Brandon Connolly
    Verified purchaseSeptember 1, 2026
    Garbage

    Garbage dont buy waste of money

    H
    heidz82
    Verified purchaseJuly 5, 2026
    Great value

    Great value from micro center as always. One of the best combos in the market in 2026

    M
    magus
    Verified purchaseJune 26, 2026
    Used

    Late an used not working

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