GPT-5 Update Overview

Aug 10, 2025

Overview

The video reviews the major updates and capabilities of GPT-5 (also referred to as GPD5/CH GBT5), highlighting features, limitations, usage tips, and comparisons to previous versions and alternative platforms.

GPT-5 Launch and Significance

  • GPT-5 is described as the most significant update since the original ChatGPT in 2022.
  • The model is said to bring PhD-level expertise in a conversational format, suitable for a wide range of advanced tasks.
  • Upgrades include enhanced reasoning, expanded context window, and new interactive capabilities.

Platform Interface and Subscription Options

  • The main interface now offers options: GPD5, GBD5 Thinking, and GBD5 Pro, with the Pro version costing $200 per month.
  • Alternative access via Vectal.ai offers the full 400,000 token context window, which is limited to 32K in OpenAI's implementation.

Model Routing and Context Limitations

  • Automatic model routing selects between faster models for simple queries and more powerful ones (like “Thinking” mode) for complex tasks.
  • Despite GPT-5’s capacity for extensive context, OpenAI restricts users to a smaller context window unless accessed through third-party platforms.

Demonstration of Key Features

  • GPT-5 successfully creates interactive visual books and web apps from prompts, showing capabilities in automation and visualization.
  • The “Projects” feature helps manage different prompts and workflows efficiently.

Pro Tips for Effective Use

  • Use “GBD5 Thinking” mode for better performance, as benchmarks show higher accuracy than default routing.
  • Phrasing prompts with “think hard” increases likelihood of activating the more advanced model.
  • “Study mode” can be enabled via the plus icon to transform the chatbot into a personal tutor.
  • “Agent mode” allows limited website interactions, while “Deep research” compiles reports from multiple sources.
  • “Add to memory” command helps retain information across sessions.
  • Access to legacy models is available for paying users through settings.

Price Comparison and Alternatives

  • OpenAI charges $200/month for unlimited GPT-5 use, whereas Vectal.ai provides similar access at a lower cost with a wider model selection.

Current Limitations and Future Directions

  • GPT-5 Pro can be slow with complex tasks and may not always follow specific technical instructions (e.g., using Canvas).
  • The model is not yet at AGI level and alternatives may outperform it in coding tasks.
  • Plans for a future comparison video with competing models (e.g., Claude, Grok, Gemini) are mentioned.

Recommendations / Advice

  • Prefer “Thinking” mode and leverage project management and memory features for optimal results.
  • Consider third-party platforms for access to the full model capacity and cost savings.

Questions / Follow-Ups

  • Interest in a follow-up video comparing GPT-5’s coding abilities to other leading AI models is requested.

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