NEW Gaming PC Build - around 1500$

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SYSTEM USAGE FROM MOST TO LEAST IMPORTANT: Gaming, movies, surfing the internet, multimedia etc.

PARTS NOT REQUIRED: Do not need speakers, mouse, keyboard but suggestions for good and cheap ones will be taken (outside the 1500$ for the PC and monitor)

PREFERRED WEBSITE(S) FOR PARTS: I'm from Canada so newegg.ca and ncix.com seem like the best choices.

PARTS PREFERENCES: Not sure if I need an i920 or not but I don't mind overclocking it because I heard it's simple and the Storm Scout looks like a cool case.

OVERCLOCKING: Yes don't mind overclocking if it is simple (haven't done it before) and I wouldn't mind sli or crossfire as long as my video card is futureproof.

MONITOR RESOLUTION: I want the max resolution of 1920x1200 but does it really make a difference in games? Like I would want to be able to run games at high settings if I want to but let me know your thoughts on that resolution.

ADDITIONAL COMMENTS: I already have windows that I can install on it and would love to be under 1500$ if possible. Thanks!
 
For 1920x1200 you want a GTX275 or HD 4890. Ironically this build comes up to 1337 on newegg without shipping or rebates

Storm Scout
http://www.newegg.ca/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16811119196&Tpk=storm%20scout

Corsair 750TX
http://www.newegg.ca/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16817139006

Asus P6T V2 Deluxe
http://www.newegg.ca/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16813131365

i7 920
http://www.newegg.ca/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16819115202

6GB OCZ platinum
http://www.newegg.ca/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16820227381

XFX 4890
http://www.newegg.ca/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16814150359

Samsung DVD burner
http://www.newegg.ca/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16827151188

Samsung Spinpoint 1TB
http://www.newegg.ca/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16822152102&Tpk=samsung%20spinpoint%201tb

If you want to OC you are going to want an aftermarket cooler like the core contact freezer
http://www.newegg.ca/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16835207004
http://www.newegg.ca/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16835207005

Dont forget to shop directcanada and use the price match on NCIX to get the best deal, i just find stuff on newegg because im more familiar with their website.