Dell is fine, their customer service isn't the greatest (an understatement). But I've worked on I dunno 75 or so Dells and they do just fine. The laptops are effortlessly reloadable. Back up your Hard drive with Acronis True Image, if you ever have a problem it's a 6 minute reload with Acronis
I hate Mac so much I will fix any laptop for free if it isn't a Mac
Open offer to anyone that doesn't use Mac's. Just pay shipping both ways and the cost of parts if needed.
I've worked on Mac's from time to time and I will say they are nothing but a pain in my ass. Everything will be going great "hey can you fix my computer it's got some problems". Sure I reply, "oh by the way it's a Mac"
Damnit.
They are also way too pricey, and I can do so much more on a PC.
My advice go with the Dell.
Edit P.S define "broke". What is wrong with it? Let me know I might be able to fix it for you.