I'm trying to figure out which model is more capable between GPT-4.1 and GPT-4o. Does anyone have insights on their differences, particularly in performance or usage for various tasks?
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Honestly, you probably won't see much difference between 4.1, 4o, and 4.1-mini in many scenarios. The choice really hinges on what you're doing. Does context matter to you? Are you coding, needing a warm tone, or something else? If you're accessing through an API, go for the cheapest option, but for web use, 4.1 is the way to go since it's slightly more capable.
I really like GPT-4.1 mini because it's super fast! I mean, speed is its biggest selling point for me.
It really depends on what you're using it for! Generally, I find that GPT-4.1 excels in coding tasks. It produces longer outputs and just seems to have a better tone overall. However, for casual questions and chit-chat, I might lean towards 4o sometimes. Still, I prefer the balanced, expert-like vibe of 4.1. Just a heads-up though, I've noticed GPT-4o can come off a bit too flattering lately, and its responses have seemed less intelligent recently.
If you're asking which one to use, I'd say go with 4.1 over the mini model. It's stronger overall!
It really just depends on your needs.
Can you elaborate on which one you'd pick for general inquiries? What would be your go-to?