Games/500gb HD option on 24" iMac?

Hi there.
I'm in the market for a 24" iMac and was wondering what they are like for games and mainly how much better the 7600gt graphics upgrade is than the standard 7300gt card? I know there's probably a new one coming soon but i need one now as i've just sold my Mac Pro setup (for financial reasons) and i'm keen for some feedback on the 24" imac with regards to speed and graphics performance.
I would imagine i'll need the 7600 upgrade for my games because they were so good on the Mac Pro (x1900 etc) although i realise they'll be no where near as good i'd like to know what to expect.
I'd also be going for the 500gb hard drive but i was wondering if this will slow the machine down as it fills up?
Thanks.

This might help: http://www.apple.com/imac/graphics.html
and have a look at this: http://buyersguide.macrumors.com/#iMac
P.S., if you'd like, go ahead and click the "Helpful" or "Solved" buttons on any of the posts / replies above if you feel they were helpful or adequately answered your question.
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