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Codex is now in the ChatGPT mobile app (openai.com)

486 points by mikeevans · 107 days ago · 247 comments on HN

Article summary

The article announces that Codex is now available in the ChatGPT mobile app, with some users discussing their experiences with the free and paid versions of Codex and comparing it to other AI models like Claude. The free version of Codex has limitations, but some users find it sufficient for their needs. The paid version offers more features and better performance, but can be expensive. Users are discussing the trade-offs between different models and pricing plans.

Main themes

  • Codex availability
  • AI model comparison
  • Pricing plans
  • Free vs paid versions
  • AI performance
  • Coding assistance

What commenters say

  • The free version of Codex is sufficient for some users' needs, but has limitations compared to the paid version.
  • Codex is comparable to or even better than other AI models like Claude and Opus in terms of performance and cost.
  • The paid version of Codex offers more features and better performance, but can be expensive and may not be worth the cost for all users.
  • Some users prefer Codex over Claude due to its faster speed and lower token usage, while others prefer Claude's writing style and tone.
  • The choice between different AI models and pricing plans depends on the specific needs and preferences of the user, including factors like coding style and budget.
  • Codex's ability to handle complex coding tasks and provide high-quality code is a major advantage over other models like Claude.
  • The free version of ChatGPT is also worse than the paid version, with some users noticing a significant downgrade in performance.
  • Some users have found ways to optimize their use of Codex and other AI models, such as using specific models or parameters to improve performance and reduce costs.