I'll keep it simple - whether you get a Mini, Studio or iMac, get at least 32 gigs of RAM if you are moving over to CC as both apps and OS are requiring a bit more juice these days and memory. Apple Display is cool but is there really an advantage at the end of the day with CC - no. However, if you get it, get it because, as you said, you like Apple and for some there is also a prestige that goes along with it. As for me, I rather go with ASUS or LG or BenQ and we can throw Dell in too. I think having a Mini or Studio and a separate monitor is more bang for the buck as upgrading doesn't require throwing away everything. If you like to simply swap out everything every 3 years, iMac is pretty good option.