HP is a better manufacturer in my opinion.
Yes I have had issues with their pcs before (which is why I now use a custom) but they have terrific support!
The sent 4 technicians over to our house for free and couldnt resolve the issue so they refunded me fully even though I had the pc for 10 months.
Dell on the other hand are the opposite, once you have a problem your basically on your own.
I've never had one but have heard bad reports about their Alienwares especially
When you have a chance read the reviews for DELL you'll be surprised.
http
/www.productreview.com.au/p/dell-australia.html