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Jason Arencibia
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So, I have this old computer my kids use. and I'm wondering what would be the best CPU I can use on this motherboard! 
https://valid.x86.fr/esks8y
https://www.gigabyte.com/Motherboard/GA-MA78GPM-DS2H-rev-1x#ov


Says it's AM3 ready, but how ready?
doesn't AM3 need DDR3?
could I run a Phenom II X4 940 Black Edition on it?
 

Thanks!

 

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Yep, you could.

AM2 was compatible with AM3+, as long as the mobo manufacturer supported it.

 

IMC is on motherboard, not CPU, so you could technically throw a DDR4 controller onto a AM2 board and it would work.

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