1080p vs 720p for gaming ? difference in b/w them ?

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The right monitor for my new rig ? ( 21 " perhaps )
1080p vs 720p display ? are there any noticeable differences ? like more image quality and stuff ,
Amd fx 8320
Ati R9 270
8 gb ram
 
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This is a great budget monitor:
http://pcpartpicker.com/part/asus-monitor-vs228hp

This one is slightly more but has an IPS panel (slightly better colour, wider viewing angles):
http://pcpartpicker.com/part/asus-monitor-vs229hp

This is the CHEAPEST that I'd recommend but it doesn't have an HDMI input:
http://pcpartpicker.com/part/benq-monitor-gw2255

Some warnings:
- avoid monitors with LOW or NO customer scores
- refresh rate of 6ms or less
- I avoid ACER in general as I've seen a lot of bad experience.
- You should usually use DVI as your connection, but if you want HDMI for a BluRay player, console or whatever make sure it's included.
There is almost no reason nowadays to get anything less then a 1080p monitor.
- Desktop space increases as resolution goes up. multitasking becomes easier
- Unlike living rooms most people set about 2-3 feet from the monintor. 1080p resolution is clearly better then 720p from that distance

The only reason I would suggest a 720p monitor is if your dealing with entry level GPU's. running a game native resolution will look sharper then a high rez monitor down scaling.
 
This is a great budget monitor:
http://pcpartpicker.com/part/asus-monitor-vs228hp

This one is slightly more but has an IPS panel (slightly better colour, wider viewing angles):
http://pcpartpicker.com/part/asus-monitor-vs229hp

This is the CHEAPEST that I'd recommend but it doesn't have an HDMI input:
http://pcpartpicker.com/part/benq-monitor-gw2255

Some warnings:
- avoid monitors with LOW or NO customer scores
- refresh rate of 6ms or less
- I avoid ACER in general as I've seen a lot of bad experience.
- You should usually use DVI as your connection, but if you want HDMI for a BluRay player, console or whatever make sure it's included.
 
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the gpu i am opting is the R9 270