Gaming display question

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I'm trying to figure out what would be better for my new game setup. After look at my budget and finding out there isn't any way I can afford a a 40-46 inch 1080p TV (might as well do it right, eh?).

So now I've decided to keep my gaming in the office/computer room. Where I now game on a 22" LCD monitor (BenQ FP222WH). However I'm trying to get a better display so I'm between a 26-30" HDTV or getting an HDMI 24" LCD monitor for use with an Xbox 360 and a PS3.

What do you all recommend in light of these choices? My limit in terms of spending isn't too clear at this point, but I know I can't go spending >$1000 on a bigger HDTV.

What would you rather have? A 24" LCD 1080p or a 26-30" HDTV 720p?

Also, if there is anyone here with a PS3, a 24" LCD and No Country for Old Men, would you please take a picture of the LCD in the beginning scene where Chigurh gets out of the police car and is walking toward the other car with oxygen canister in hand? On my brothers 46" 1080p it seems the road has a lot of detail in BD, wanted to know if you can get the same detail and clarity on a 1080p 24" LCD.

Thanks for the advice!