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CommieChipmunk wrote:

So I'm finally in the market for an HD TV and I'm having difficulty deciding.  This will be the final addition to my gaming room: http://i225.photobucket.com/albums/dd30 … G_0173.jpg http://i225.photobucket.com/albums/dd30 … G_0184.jpg http://i225.photobucket.com/albums/dd30 … G_0188.jpg

That tiny 27" CRT "television" needs replacement.  My budget is about $1000, but I have a couple questions.

1) I know that games like GTA IV say that they can output 1080p, but is there any real noticeable difference between games/movies on a 720p and a 1080p tv?

2) Plasma vs LCD, I know that plasma has a better contrast ratio and the colors are a lot brighter, but I've heard varying things about screen burn in... and that could be a problem with a PS3 and 360.  Does anyone have a plasma and can you vouch for the claims that the burn in problem as been fixed?

3) HDMI vs component.  So I'll be getting an HDMI cable to run from the PS3 to the TV, but should I also get one for the 360 to the TV or is component fine?  I've heard a million different things

I'm really considering this one, and it's on sale for $899 at Fry's ATM, so before I get it, is there anything you know that would change mind?

1. Yes, there is a big difference in 720p and 1080p regardless of what people may say. Spend the extra money and get 1080 otherwise you're losing out and wasting money.

2. Plasma vs. LCD is more of a preference to people than anything. Plasma gives a better overall HD picture but needs to be confined in places that are not well-lit. LCD has a more vivid and bright picture and typically has a higher refresh rates which result in less motion blur. The burn-in factor is not something you have to worry about unless you plan on leaving a game paused for 72 hours straight with the TV on. I would personally go with a DLP because they have the best contrast ratio, and the best HD picture that can be offered in a TV... you just have to decide whether or not you want to deal with the size of them.

3. Component does not compare to HDMI and the only time you should be using component is if you've ran out of HDMI ports on the back of your TV. You have full digital sound being carred with HDMI and (if you get the right cable) bandwidth that will give you a much better picture than component ever would. Don't buy an HDMI that isn't rated at 1.3a and I believe the new line of Aquos TV's support 1.3a now, as does the PS3.

Use this site:
http://www.monoprice.com/products/produ … p;format=2

Best HDMI cables I've used and/or been able to find (I've gone through hundreds of HDMI cables). Find this quality cable at Best Buy (M-Series) and you'll be paying around $159.