CyberPowerPC Gamer Master GMA2900A Black 2024
Equipped with an AMD Ryzen 7 8700F 8-core processor and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 Ti 8GB graphics, this mid-tower pairs 16GB of DDR5 RAM with a 1TB PCIe Gen4 SSD for responsive 1080p gaming. The tempered glass side panel and customizable RGB lighting provide a polished look, complemented by generous connectivity with 14 USB ports and 7.1-channel audio. It’s best for entry-level gamers and home office users seeking a versatile, budget-friendly desktop with visual flair.
Snapshot
The 30-Second Version
The RTX 4060 Ti 8GB at the 80th percentile makes this a strong 1080p gaming rig for $1,190. Port selection is best-in-class at the 99th percentile, and owners give it a 4.4-star average. But reliability sits at a weak 26th percentile, so expect some units to ship with issues.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- RTX 4060 Ti 8GB at the 80th percentile, strong for 1080p and 1440p gaming 99th
- Port selection is best-in-class at the 99th percentile, 5 USB-C and 9 USB-A 97th
- 1TB NVMe SSD and 16GB DDR5 included at a $1,190 price point 80th
- 4.4-star average across 471 reviews, owners genuinely like this machine 76th
- Quiet operation and easy setup, a common theme in user feedback
Cons
- Reliability sits at the 26th percentile, some units ship with faulty parts
- RAM is single-channel out of the box, limiting performance until upgraded
- Only one HDMI output, a real limitation for multi-monitor setups
- Wi-Fi 5 and Bluetooth 4.2 are dated, not the latest standards
- Included keyboard and mouse are low quality, several owners replaced them
What owners think
The Word on the Street
How owner sentiment changed over time
ExclusiveBased on when customers actually wrote their reviews - so you can see whether early praise held up.
- Q4 202595/100
Buyers praised the PC as a great value, easy-to-use starter gaming rig with good performance for design work. Minor issues included a faulty keyboard, bright default LEDs, and occasional game lag.
- Great value for price, easy setup, and good performance for gaming and design work.
- RGB control software works but not compatible with all RAM; needed separate app.
- Faulty keyboard included; buyer had to replace it.
- Fans audible but not overly loud; default LEDs too bright for some.
- Q2 2025100/100
Buyers praised the PC's price-performance ratio, ease of setup, and upgradeability. One unit had a broken Ethernet port but was quickly replaced. Performance, quiet operation, and build quality were consistently lauded.
- Excellent value for the price, especially when on sale; delivers strong gaming performance.
- One unit arrived with a defective Ethernet port; replacement process was efficient and well-handled.
- Highly upgradeable: large chassis, 850W PSU, and single RAM stick encourage easy enhancements.
- Cool and quiet under load, with fast boot times and smooth multitasking for gaming and productivity.
Based on 11 dated customer reviews, grouped by calendar quarter. Period analysis is in English.
The proof
Performance
The RTX 4060 Ti 8GB is the star here. At the 80th percentile, it's a strong performer for 1080p gaming and can handle 1440p in most titles if you're willing to dial back a few settings. The Ryzen 7 8700F with 8 cores and 4.1GHz base clock is solid, though its 69th percentile ranking means it's not going to blow anyone away. It's a capable chip, just not a standout.
16GB of DDR5 is about average for this class, and the 1TB PCIe Gen4 NVMe SSD is fine at the 64th percentile. One thing to note: several owners mention the RAM ships in single-channel configuration, which does limit performance. If you're comfortable popping in a second stick, you'll get a meaningful boost. The 17.73kg weight tells you this is a full-size mid-tower, not a compact build. The compact score of 23.6/100 confirms it. This thing is a chonker.
Specifications
Full Specifications
Processor
| CPU | AMD Ryzen 7 8700F |
| Cores | 8 |
| Frequency | 4.1 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 16 MB |
Graphics
| GPU | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 Ti |
| Type | Discrete |
| VRAM | 8 GB |
| VRAM Type | GDDR6 |
Memory & Storage
| RAM | 16 GB |
| RAM Generation | DDR5 |
| Storage | 1000 GB |
| Storage Type | NVMe SSD |
Build
| Form Factor | mid-tower |
| Weight | 17.7 kg / 39.1 lbs |
Connectivity
| USB-C Ports | 5 |
| USB Ports | 9 |
| HDMI | 1x HDMI |
| DisplayPort | 2x DisplayPort |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 5 |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 4.2 |
| Ethernet | Gigabit Ethernet |
System
| OS | Windows 11 Home |
vs Competition
Against the HP OMEN GT22-3080 and Lenovo Legion 90YA003GUS, the CyberPowerPC holds its own on GPU performance but falls behind on reliability. The OMEN and Legion both have stronger build quality reputations, and the Legion in particular tends to ship with better RAM configurations. The Apple Mac Studio M5 Max is in a completely different league for creative work, but it's also a different price class and not a gaming machine. The Dell Aurora and Horizon Pcs Autherium Dragon are closer competitors, and the CyberPowerPC's port selection at the 99th percentile beats both of them handily. If you want the most ports for your dollar, this is the pick. If you want the most reliable out-of-box experience, the Legion is probably the safer bet.
| Spec | CyberPowerPC Gamer Master GMA2900A | HP OMEN GT22-3080 | Lenovo Legion 90YA003GUS | Apple Mac Studio M5 Max | Dell Aurora Gaming | The Horizon Pcs Autherium Dragon PITPJ7JXJ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CPU | AMD Ryzen 7 8700F | Intel Core Ultra 7 265K | Intel Core Ultra 7 265F | Apple M5 Max | Intel Core Ultra 9 285K | 3.3 GHz core_i9 |
| RAM (GB) | 16 | 32 | 32 | 36 | 32 | 64 |
| Storage (GB) | 1000 | 2048 | 1000 | 512 | 2000 | 5120 |
| GPU | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 Ti | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 Ti | Apple M5 Max 32-core | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 OC |
| Form Factor | mid-tower | mid-tower | mid-tower | mini | desktop | mid-tower |
| Psu W | - | 850 | 500 | 480 | 1000 | - |
| OS | Windows 11 Home | Windows 11 Pro | Windows 11 Home | macOS | Windows 11 Home | Windows 11 Pro |
| Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare |
| Product | CPU | GPU | RAM | Ports | Storage | User Sentiment | Reliability | Social Proof |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CyberPowerPC Gamer Master GMA2900A | 68.6 | 79.6 | 52.8 | 99.4 | 63.6 | 75.5 | 26.4 | 96.6 |
| HP OMEN GT22-3080 Compare | 95.8 | 90.7 | 79.3 | 92.8 | 91.7 | 75.5 | 69.4 | 86.6 |
| Lenovo Legion 90YA003GUS Compare | 87.1 | 75.7 | 82.9 | 93.7 | 63.6 | 94.8 | 69.4 | 99.9 |
| Apple Mac Studio M5 Max Compare | 94.3 | 92 | 93.1 | 96 | 30.7 | 0 | 99.3 | 86.2 |
| Dell Aurora Gaming Compare | 97.3 | 90.7 | 79.3 | 98.3 | 86.8 | 0 | 69.4 | 91.4 |
| The Horizon Pcs Autherium Dragon PITPJ7JXJ Compare | 99.1 | 84.5 | 92.7 | 98.9 | 97.3 | 96.8 | 11.2 | 89.6 |
Price
Value & Pricing
At $1,190 USD, this is a genuinely good deal for what you get. The RTX 4060 Ti alone would run you a few hundred bucks, and the Ryzen 7 8700F plus 1TB NVMe SSD round out a solid package. The 75.6/100 total score reflects that. The Japanese listing at 534,758 JPY and the Mexican listing at 36,921 MXN are different markets with different pricing dynamics, so we're not comparing those directly. But in the US market, this undercuts several competitors with similar specs. The value proposition is the strongest argument for this machine, and the user sentiment backs that up with value_for_money being the top recurring theme.
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Overview
The CyberPowerPC Gamer Master GMA2900A pairs a Ryzen 7 8700F with an RTX 4060 Ti 8GB, and at $1,190 it's one of the better value plays in our database right now. The GPU sits at the 80th percentile, which means it's well above average for pre-builts in this range, and the port selection is genuinely top of the charts at the 99th percentile. You get 5 USB-C and 9 USB-A ports, which is frankly overkill in the best way.
But the numbers tell a more complicated story. The CPU lands at the 69th percentile, RAM at 53rd, and reliability at a disappointing 26th. That last one stings. Owners report a 4.4-star average across 471 reviews, and the sentiment score of 85/100 backs up the idea that most people are happy, but the reliability percentile suggests some units ship with issues. More on that below.
Common Questions
Q: Can this PC handle 1440p gaming?
Yes, the RTX 4060 Ti 8GB at the 80th percentile can handle 1440p in most titles, though you may need to dial back settings in demanding games. For 1080p, it's a breeze.
Q: Is the RAM upgradeable?
Yes, and you'll probably want to. The 16GB DDR5 ships in single-channel configuration, which limits performance. Adding a second stick is a cheap upgrade that several owners recommend.
Q: How many monitors can I connect?
The GPU has 1 HDMI and 2 DisplayPort outputs, so up to three monitors total. Just note that only one HDMI port is available, so you may need DisplayPort cables or adapters for additional screens.
Who Should Skip This
If you want a machine that just works out of the box with zero tinkering, this might not be it. The 26th percentile reliability ranking means some units ship with faulty keyboards, Ethernet port issues, or other gremlins. The single-channel RAM is a performance tax you'll want to fix immediately. And if you need a compact system, the 23.6/100 compact score and 17.73kg weight should be a dealbreaker. This is a full-size tower that demands desk space. If you're not comfortable opening the case or dealing with a possible return, spend a bit more on something with better quality control.
Verdict
The CyberPowerPC Gamer Master GMA2900A is a solid buy if you're looking for a pre-built that delivers strong gaming performance without breaking the bank. The RTX 4060 Ti at the 80th percentile is the main event, and the port selection is genuinely impressive. The 4.4-star rating and 85/100 sentiment score tell us most owners are happy. But the 26th percentile reliability ranking is a real concern. You're rolling the dice a bit on quality control, and the single-channel RAM is an annoying corner to cut. If you're comfortable with a possible RMA or a quick RAM upgrade, this is a great value. If you want zero hassle, look elsewhere.