I have an RPR and a Bergara B14 BMP. Both are great. Both shoot better than I do - easily sub-MOA with good ammo. I prefer the Bergara. But if you are looking for a "starter" rifle for PRS style shooting (not just bench) and want to stay at or near that $1K, don't write off the RPR so quick.
My point is that the rifle is only one part of the equation. The necessary or desired accessories are not cheap and are not usually included - except on the RPR. As an example, my Bergara and my RPR cost about the same money out of the box. But the RPR came with a 20 MOA rail. The Bergara did not, so add $100 to the Bergara cost. And the RPR came with a brake. Not the Bergara so add another $100 to the Bergara. The RPR came with a bottom rail to mount a bipod. Not the Bergara so add another $30 to the Bergara. The RPR came with an adjustable trigger. Actually, so did the Bergara, but that stock trigger sucked rear end and went straight in the trash can after the second range trip, so add $150-$200 to the Bergara.
In the end, get what you like. But if the price is a big factor, make sure you are comparing apples to apples with what you will be getting for your $$$, because those accessories are gonna add up quick.