OpenAI to Retire GPT-4 from ChatGPT: Transitioning to GPT-4o and Future AI Models
OpenAI will retire GPT-4 from ChatGPT on April 30, 2025, replacing it with the enhanced GPT-4o.
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OpenAI to Retire GPT-4 from ChatGPT: Transitioning to GPT-4o and Future AI Models
As of April 30, 2025, OpenAI will officially retire GPT-4 from its flagship platform, ChatGPT. This move will see GPT-4 fully replaced by the newly enhanced GPT-4o, which is now the default model in the service. While GPT-4 will no longer be available in ChatGPT, it will still be accessible through OpenAI’s API. This update marks a significant milestone in OpenAI's ongoing AI model advancements, offering improved performance and a clearer path to future upgrades. Image Credits:Silas Stein / picture alliance / Getty Images Why is GPT-4 Being Retired? The decision to retire GPT-4 stems from the launch of GPT-4o, an advanced version that has already outperformed GPT-4 in several critical areas, including writing, coding, and STEM tasks. OpenAI highlighted in a changelog that GPT-4o consistently excels over its predecessor in writing quality, problem-solving capabilities, and conversation flow. With improvements in instruction following and overall functionality, GPT-4o is well-positione…
