Design
On the surface, not much has changed in how you interact with GPT-5. The layout and user interface are mostly the same as previous versions, which is actually a good thing if you’re used to ChatGPT already. It feels like when a new car keeps the dashboard layout you’re familiar with — no learning curve, just some quiet refinements.
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What I noticed right away with GPT-5 is that it actually remembers stuff better. In earlier versions, you’d ask it something, then ask a follow-up — and it kind of forgot what you were talking about. This one doesn’t do that as much. I was testing it out over a couple of days, asking it to help plan some trip ideas, and it picked up where we left off — which was kind of cool. It’s not perfect, but it feels more like chatting with someone who actually pays attention, not just a machine starting over every time.
Performance
I’ve been using GPT-5 for a few days now, and the first thing I noticed is that it doesn’t drift off like the older versions sometimes did. It’s not that it’s dramatically faster or anything — it’s more that it feels focused. I asked it to help me write a product description, and unlike GPT-4, it didn’t overcomplicate things or lose track halfway through. It just kind of stayed with me the whole time. Honestly, it reminds me of when you update your phone’s OS and suddenly the apps just behave better — nothing huge, but enough to make you think, “Yeah, this is nicer.”
Everyday Use
Whether you’re using it for work, school, or just daily tasks, GPT-5 feels easier to rely on. I tried using it to draft some emails, plan a trip, and brainstorm blog post ideas — and it handled all three without much fuss. It’s not perfect, but it feels more capable than before.
Availability
GPT-5 is now available through ChatGPT, though some features might only be accessible with the paid plan. If you’ve been holding off on trying ChatGPT or haven’t used it in a while, this feels like a good time to jump back in.