Felt F5 vs AR15

[maslin84]

I'm looking for some advice as I'm about to purchase my first road bike.

I've seen both the F5 and AR15 models and they come in at a similar price.

Just wondering if the AR15 will be comfortable for everyday rides and longer distance challenges?

I understand I'm sacrificing the full carbon set up of the F5 but is the AR too specialist for a beginner?