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Amanda Caswell

I tested ChatGPT-5 vs Grok 4 with 9 prompts — and there's a clear winner

Grok vs Chat GPT logos.

After comparing ChatGPT-5 vs Gemini and ChatGPT-5 vs Claude, I just had to know how OpenAI's flagship model compared to the controversial Grok. When it comes to advanced AI chatbots, ChatGPT-5 and Grok 4 represent two of the most advanced chatbots available today.

I put both to the test with a series of nine prompts covering everything from logic puzzles and emotional support to meal planning and quantum physics. Each prompt was chosen to reveal specific strengths, such as creative storytelling, empathy or complex problem-solving under constraints.

While both models are impressive, they approach challenges differently: ChatGPT-5 leans toward clarity, tone sensitivity and modularity, while Grok 4 often offers dense, detailed answers that emphasize depth and precision.

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