OpenAI has launched GPT-4.1 for users of ChatGPT on Plus, Pro, and Team plans. The new model, tested by developers recently, is now part of the platform’s standard interface. It offers notable enhancements in speed, command comprehension, and programming tasks.
What is different with GPT-4.1?
The GPT-4.1 is an upgraded version of the retired GPT-4, with a particular emphasis on understanding instructions and enhancing code performance, as stated by OpenAI in an announcement made on the social platform X.
By popular request, GPT-4.1 will be available directly in ChatGPT starting today.
GPT-4.1 is a specialized model that excels at coding tasks & instruction following. Because it’s faster, it’s a great alternative to OpenAI o3 & o4-mini for everyday coding needs.
— OpenAI (@OpenAI) May 14, 2025
GPT-4.1 will now be accessible in ChatGPT upon request. This specialized model is efficient in coding and following instructions, providing a faster alternative to OpenAI o3 & o4-mini for coding tasks.
The feature includes backing for a context window of 1 million tokens, enabling the model to examine extensive amounts of data, beneficial for individuals dealing with lengthy text sections, extended discussions, or intricate documents. This enhancement surpasses the previous GPT-4o restriction of 128 thousand tokens.
GPT-4.1 will soon be accessible to corporate and educational accounts, catering to teams relying on AI for various purposes.
Free users also receive a benefit.
Even users of ChatGPT’s free version will notice differences, as OpenAI has upgraded the standard model from GPT-4o mini to GPT-4.1 mini, providing a faster and more effective experience at no cost.
Users who use the integration of ChatGPT with Apple Intelligence will soon notice the enhancement of interaction with Apple devices through the presence of GPT-4.1 mini in Siri commands.
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