Is it is worth getting a 1080p LCD if I don't plan to watch Hi-def movies?

[ben_j_davis]

I'm a LCD newb, but recently I have been contemplating purchasing a Samsung LE40R87 - 40" Widescreen HD Ready LCD TV.

# Super clear panel technology
# 40 inch widescreen format
# Screen resolution 1366 x 768
# Built in Freeview Tuner using MHEG format
# 8000:1 Dynamic picture contrast
# 450 cd/m2 brightness
# 8 millisecond response time
# 178 x 178 degrees distortion free picture viewing angle
# Samsung's unique DNIe technology Digital Natural Image Engine
# Movie Plus technology which enhances the video signal
# 2 x 10 watts power output
# SRS TruSurround sound effect

I've found it for around £700

However, another LCD has also been tempting me - http://www.overclockers.co.uk/showproduct.php?prodid=AV-039-SA&groupid=703&catid=511&subcat=

About £300 more for 1080p.

This is a lot of money seeing that I don't have a next-gen console or a Blu-ray/HD-DVD player or plan to get one in near future.

What I want to know is, is the extra £300 really worth it considering my situation?


Thanks,
Ben

 

[ben_j_davis]

Thanks, just needed someone else to tell me to go for the sensible option.