After much anticipation, OpenAI finally showed its hand and released GPT-5 to general availability for all users, including ChatGPT free (capped prompts), Pro, Plus, and Teams users. The AI firm touted the model as "the smartest model ever" while comparing it to an entire team of PhD-level experts.
During the launch, OpenAI CEO Sam Altman indicated that GPT-5 ships with next-gen capabilities across a wide range of capabilities, including coding, writing, and healthcare. Perhaps more noteworthy, GPT-5 is presented in ChatGPT as one model, ultimately removing the need for users to switch between models for varied needs.
