3D Studio max runs slow with a powerful system...wtf?

[AntecX58]

Intel Core i7 920 @ 3.0 GHz (Overclocked) D0
EVGA E-758-A1 Motherboard
Corsair Dominator 1600 Mhz DDR3 6GB (7-7-7-20) [Overclocked to 1722 Mhz (7-8-7-20)
XFX Nvidia Geforce 9500 GT
Corsair HX1000 Power supply
HAF 932 Case


Wth is goin on?

Could i have damaged my components and made them run slower than they should or something?

 

[TheViper]

The 9500 GT isn't exactly a race horse and is easily the limiting factor in your system. Especially if it's the DDR2 model.


You need a new card. What's your budget?