OpenAI Prepares to Launch GPT-5 with Tiered Subscription Model

OpenAI is set to release GPT-5, a next-generation AI model that combines the strengths of its predecessors—speed and cost-efficiency for everyday tasks with advanced reasoning capabilities for complex workloads. Sam Altman's internal roadmap reveals a tiered subscription approach, offering free access to "standard intelligence," a $20/month Plus tier for enhanced performance, and a Pro tier with premium features like larger context windows and DEEP research tools.

The model aims to eliminate user guesswork by dynamically selecting the optimal mode for each task, balancing speed, cost, and cognitive power. While free users will experience a significant upgrade over GPT-4, the value proposition of the Plus tier remains uncertain as OpenAI navigates potential upsell challenges.