re: 4k/2160p vs 1080p HDTV

If you can comfortably spend 1450-1500 (after tax, etc.) on a tv, then maybe go for it. Now to notice a difference from your 1080p to 2160p, you will have to be sitting pretty close to notice a difference.



On top of that, content is pretty limited in 4k, Netflix has a few series in 4k, youtube even less, but other than that, only special events are broadcast in 4k (such as the super bowl) and 4k may not take off until 4k tv sales rise to show a demand for it. By the time 4k is widespread, your 4k tv may be outdated, and of course you will want a new one. So in addition to you buying a 4k TV, try convincing some of your buddies to get one as well and help fight for the cause. Personally I don't see the use for one at the moment (I just picked up a HD/3D/3LCD projector instead), but you may see the value in saying you have a 4k TV before everyone else.

eta: Also, if youre planning on streaming 4k, make sure you have at least 25Mbps downstream on your internet connection.