Expanded reasoning model capabilities available for all OpenAI users, following resistance to the introduction of GPT-5
OpenAI Temporarily Increases Reasoning Model Access for All Users
OpenAI, the leading AI research laboratory, has announced a temporary increase in rate limits for its reasoning models in response to a surge in demand since the launch of its latest model, GPT-5. This adjustment aims to provide more reasoning power to all ChatGPT users, including free-tier and Plus subscribers, to accommodate higher demand and improve user experience.
The increased access to reasoning models may not last, as OpenAI evaluates the balance between performance, cost, and accessibility. This evaluation may result in changes to limits or prioritization, potentially affecting free-tier users differently than paid subscribers. The trade-offs could involve balancing capacity between free and Plus users, as well as between research and product use cases.
For Plus subscribers, OpenAI is testing a 3,000 messages-per-week limit for GPT-5 Thinking, with plans for further increases. Additionally, the company is planning UI enhancements to clearly indicate which model is processing a request, addressing user confusion over GPT-5's automatic routing between different models.
The surge in demand for reasoning capabilities has led to some adjustments for free-tier users. Although they have higher access to these capabilities, they may face potential future capacity trade-offs. Free users currently have access only to the GPT-5 Thinking model, while paid subscribers can choose between different reasoning models, including GPT-4o.
The company's decision to increase rate limits reflects its responsiveness to user feedback and evolving usage patterns. However, it also signals upcoming decisions on sustainable capacity management. According to OpenAI CEO Sam Altman, these decisions will be made in the coming days.
It's worth noting that GPT-5 now serves as the unified standard model, comprising GPT-5, which unifies the GPT- and o-series models. The announcement was made after the AI model faced backlash from users for its reasoning capabilities. Some users have criticized GPT-5's conversational tone as shorter and less warm than earlier versions.
In summary, OpenAI's temporary increase in reasoning model access aims to accommodate the surge in demand since the launch of GPT-5. The company will assess how to balance capacity among user types and use cases over the coming months, potentially leading to changes in access for both free and paid users.
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