OpenAI has officially released GPT-5, a significant advancement in artificial intelligence that offers enhanced reasoning, multimodal understanding, and persistent memory. The new model is now accessible to all ChatGPT users, including those on the free tier, democratizing access to cutting-edge AI capabilities. GPT-5 is described as OpenAI's smartest, fastest, and most useful model to date, integrating various AI functionalities into a cohesive experience.
The model features a sophisticated reasoning engine capable of tackling complex, multi-step problems, building on insights from OpenAI's previous 'O' series. OpenAI reports a substantial reduction in hallucinations compared to earlier versions, with benchmarks showing significant improvements in mathematics, science, coding, and visual perception, reaching expert-level performance. GPT-5's multimodal capabilities allow it to process and integrate information from text, images, audio, and video, while its persistent memory enables it to retain context across conversations for more natural interactions. OpenAI CEO Sam Altman likened the model's intelligence to that of a "PhD-level expert," while also stressing the importance of responsible use and cautioning against emotional over-reliance for personal decision-making. This release also sees GPT-5 integrated across Microsoft's product suite, including Microsoft 365 Copilot, Copilot Studio, and GitHub Copilot, aiming to enhance productivity and operations for businesses and individuals.