Gaming PC Help and Game play Questions

[Will0898]

Hello, I'm getting a gaming PC in a couple of weeks. I don't know a ton about them but I've gotten some info from friends who know a bit about them. I've narrowed it down to these two PCs: 

http://www.dell.com/en-us/shop/productdetails/alienware-alpha-r2-desktop/dkcwa03bcombo

http://www.dell.com/en-us/shop/productdetails/alienware-aurora-r6-desktop/dpcwxt011s?selectionState=eyJGUHJpY2UiOjExNDkuOTksIk9DIjoiZHBjd3h0MDExcyIsIlF0eSI6MSwiTW9kcyI6W3siSWQiOjYsIk9wdHMiOlt7IklkIjoiR1QxMDcwUyIsIlByaWNlIjo0MDAuMH1dfSx7IklkIjo0LCJPcHRzIjpbeyJJZCI6IlVTS1lCRCJ9XX0seyJJZCI6MTIsIk9wdHMiOlt7IklkIjoiQUxXTVNFIn1dfSx7IklkIjo3NDksIk9wdHMiOlt7IklkIjoiQ0k1S0JMIn1dfV19

Will these PCs be able to run the game on higher settings? I want to be able to enjoy it, not just have the bare minimum. Also, is there going to be a big difference if I get the Aurora rather than the Alpha? Lastly, are there other things I should change on the PCs where you can upgrade or downgrade different features? I'd prefer not to spend more money on the Aurora if the Alpha will work just fine.

Also I have some game play questions. From what I've gathered there is a large update coming, and crafting and level xp carry between different characters and servers correct? Also, there is no class system like Pirates of the Burning Sea correct? So if my end goal is to get a nice ship of the line, I can play as any faction except for pirates? Also, is the learning curve and overall game more difficult than POTBS? Are there different servers for PVP and PVE? I don't want to lose a nice ship. Lastly, are Linehips as useless as they are in POTBS, where they are really only used in PvE? Thank you all so much. I can't wait to begin playing! 

[Stilgar]

Both should be able to run the game on high, but Aurora has better hardware (GPU in particular) and is more future proof. However, price-wise these are no good deals. Default configuration for Aurora is unbalanced: good GPU, but HDD drive (when SSD is required for a gaming rig) and processor is just ok-ish. These customizable PCs are just too expensive. Check some pre-build gaming PCs by other vendors, for instance MSI. Those are not much cheaper either but often more balanced and more cost effective.

Edited May 22, 2017 by Stilgar

[Christendom]

Hey Bud

I'll address a couple things here.  And for reference I've building PCs for a long time, I started back when you had to solder chips to the boards.  

Both of these devices will run NA and most esports level games fine.  The first link has an outdated video card and processor.  You will not be able to run some of the more hardcore titles on ultra like BF4 and Battlefront.  the 2nd computer is a bit better in terms of specs, both the processor and the video card are current generations and that video card will run just about everything on ultra just fine if you are running a 1080p monitor.  at 1440p it will start to stress it.  My only concern is the 460w power supply in the 2nd setup might limit you on upgrading options down the line.  If you can afford both the 2nd option is the better of the 2.  

Ultimately though buying a dell and alienware means you are going to end up paying for more than you should if you were to build a PC on your own.  

I plotted out what it cost to build this machine from scratch and it's about 200 bucks cheaper to build at home and you'll be getting better parts.  This took 10mins of searching and I'm sure a patient guy could do better if they track deals.  
https://pcpartpicker.com/list/FFBJD8

If you're anywhere near SWFL/South Florida I can help you out.  If you have to buy pre-made here are some better options.

I kinda like this one for the hardware.  better in every way than the 2 you linked and only slightly more.
https://www.amazon.com/iBUYPOWER-AM002i-Desktop-Gaming-PC/dp/B01N2RLS05/ref=as_li_ss_tl?s=pc&ie=UTF8&qid=1495215287&sr=1-3&keywords=gaming+desktop&refinements=p_36:120000-130000&linkCode=ll1&tag=3918-20&linkId=40ab0d5ce484647fa58e4fe39f3fe080

this isn't a bad deal.  It has an older but more powerful process than both of your choices and has the same GPU as the alpha.  

https://jet.com/product/iBUYPOWER-Select-Gaming-Desktop-JT104-Intel-i7-6700K-Quad-Core-40GHz-16GB-DDR4-R/393dbfb45d034fb190e191f5c1e24d29

Some other options.  Don't buy alienware if you can help it...

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B06VX3S3V2/ref=olp_product_details?_encoding=UTF8&me=

https://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16883102284

 

[Stilgar]

Some very good systems and good deals indeed.

[Will0898]

Thank you very much for the information! 

[Will0898]

If I used the website you linked with the parts I could always be able to upgrade my PC in the future better than I I had the Alienware? If I were to build a PC I could possibly get better parts since I don't have to drop a ton of money at once, what would you recommend I get that's better than the PC parts you linked? My budget is a little over $1200, is there anything you would change? I really appreciate the help!

Edited May 23, 2017 by Will0898

[Captain Jean-Luc Picard]

I prefer to use large cases both for cooling ( a phanteks enthoo pro with its large intake fan, space for cable management etc) and for upgrading in the future to ensure that anything i put in fits, as some parts i use don't fit in standard cases ( such as my cpu cooler ), the alienwares seem a bit too tight for my own taste for future upgrades.

If you build yourself you might want to think as well about whether you want a build that ir relatively silent, relatively small etc...

I would advise you to look on pcpartspicker for recent builds by other people, see what they choose for what budget, and read comments by builders and other people if there are any. https://pcpartpicker.com/builds/ check the recent builds in your price range, you can filter some stuff.