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Originally Posted by Mantronix
Sorry if this has been asked but is it truly necessary to have a HDTV that can display in 720p for the upcoming X box 360 system? I know the 360 will be able to scale a 720p games to 1080i, but is there truly a difference between the modes two besides the framerate? I plan on buying the Samsung DynaFlat 26" Widescreen Flat-Tube HDTV (Model: TXR2678WH) within the next two weeks or so from Bestbuy. It says it can display in 480i, 480p, 720p and 1080i modes. Some honest feedback would be really appreciated if I need a 720p HDTV and opinions on the Samsung model. |
You won't need a HDTV no. Microsoft wants to sell as many of these as possible, and no way they would require that people have an expensive HDTV to use the console.
Where will that TV be located? Have you considered going for a cheaper brand in order to get a larger screen? The way flat panel prices are dropping I wouldn't spend too much on one now. I wouldn't be surprised if you can get the same sets in a year for half the price.
As far as 720P vs 1080i I think its a matter of personal preference. Keep in mind that all HDTV Ready sets will accept 480i/p, 720p, 1080i signals, but the specs you want to pay attention to are the actual panel resolution (how many pixels the screen can display at one time)