Reddit reviews Powermatic PM2800B 1792800B Drill Press
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Mechanical variable speed allows for full range of speed with no belt changes6" of quill travel with one revolution of the handleFence system adjustable for a perfect 90 degree relationship to the table, for rapid alignment of stockAdjustable material stop makes repetitive actions accurate and quickA digital RPM readout allows user to optimize the spindle speed to the application
If you want to spend $5-600, you can do better than the home center brands. Maybe this one from JET at the next 15% off sale.
Really, though, just get the $320 PC one. It's about equivalent to that RIDGID in feature set and quality, and a lot less money. I have the PC. It's not the prettiest most fit+finishy tool I own, but it does its job very well and didn't break the bank.
The next upgrade level that I'd seriously consider is something like this. I would probably be better about setting speeds properly if I didn't have to use belts to do it. I don't see a lot of point in the middle ground between the PC and the PM.