I am able to play this game will everything maxed-out with 2x FSAA, BUT with no Vsync and Frame cap limit. Running at 1280x1024 on my 7800 GTX (DX9) and 3.2Ghz dual-core. Even so, during huge battles, the frame-rate goes to 4 to 5 fps. I thought dual-core should at least do some justice. I really need that 8800 GTS.
This game's performance reminds me of Command and Conquer: Generals (the countless tweaks, the ridiculous slow-downs and 'only Alienware can handle thing') last time...

I hate the usage of XD. It just makes any post ugly.
my opinion