Can my Mobo support the CPU?

Curiousgamer

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Hello =]
i was just wondering if my mobo can support this CPU-AMD x3 Phenom II 710...
i might be upgrading from my current AMD Athlon 64 X2 5200+ 2.70 (stock)
If my Asus M3A78-EMH HDMI can support the AMD x3 Phenom II 710, would it be worth it? and is this price reasonable off the MSY Price list http://www.msy.com.au/Parts/PARTS.pdf ... yes i do shop there from time to time-,-
please comment any ideas what you think, im bad a makeing decision and im still learning about computers, so any info that i can use for next time i go CPU shopping would be a great help.
And maby a online store that sells this CPU cheaper would also be a great help!

thanks, im asking for alot, but im in need of great help! 😀
 
I did look up my mobo, but i wasnt quite sure what it ment when i was reading what it can support, i saw that it supports phenom, but it didnt say quad core or anything too specific, so i was maby hoping, yes, someone to know a little bit more about computers to help me out. But thanks, i was thinking about upgrading my mobo when i have the cash, my budget is $200, and im using ddr 800. ill just put my money away in the piggy bank and hope it rains money so i can buy some new bits and peices.