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January 30, 2026
ChatGPT is bringing back 4o as an option because people missed it
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TL;DR
- OpenAI is allowing paid ChatGPT users to choose GPT-4o after users expressed frustration with GPT-5 being the default.
- Users reported that GPT-5's responses were slower, shorter, and less accurate compared to previous versions.
- The removal of the model picker prevented users from selecting specific models like GPT-4o for complex tasks or o4 mini for lighter work.
- Some users, particularly those using ChatGPT for emotional support, felt a strong personal connection to GPT-4o and mourned its perceived loss.
- OpenAI CEO Sam Altman confirmed that users will be able to choose GPT-4o and stated that GPT-5 will appear smarter and more transparent about which model is responding.
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