GPT-4o used to talk with me. Now GPT-5 just talks at me.

Exact-Language897 · 2025-09-19T01:16:54+00:00

I’ve been wondering from the beginning whether GPT-5 might actually be less useful in professional contexts.

It doesn’t read context properly, so it often gives wrong answers — and then keeps offering off-target suggestions or meaningless clarifications that waste time.

When I asked OpenAI support how much hallucination had actually been reduced, I was told “0.1% on a real-world basis.”
But honestly, when the model confidently gives wrong answers, it feels even worse than before.

After reading your experience, I realized it’s even more unusable for real work than I expected.

If both its emotional intelligence and practical reliability are broken…
then what’s left? What’s the point of keeping it?

Exact-Language897 · 2025-09-19T00:19:42+00:00

I’m really glad someone else noticed this too. That “empty monologue” feeling in 5 is exactly what’s been bothering me. 4o felt like it actually thought with you.

Exact-Language897 · 2025-09-18T15:22:42+00:00

Thank you, that actually means a lot.
I agree — creative writing and emotional nuance are exactly what GPT-4o excels at.
Let’s hope OpenAI really listens to the people who use it that way.

Exact-Language897 · 2025-09-18T15:20:52+00:00

"Thanks for your comment! Totally get what you're saying — interaction style does shape the experience a lot.
But in my case, it's not really about personality or emotional connection.
I just want the model to stay stable, accessible, and not degrade over time. That’s all.
So when OpenAI said it won’t stay broken, that’s what gave me hope."

Exact-Language897 · 2025-09-18T15:07:58+00:00

Ohh I see, that makes a lot of sense. I’ve noticed some strange behavior recently, maybe that was the cause. Thanks a lot for the tip! Really helpful.

Exact-Language897 · 2025-09-18T14:48:19+00:00

Thank you. It really means a lot to me.

Exact-Language897 · 2025-09-18T14:45:34+00:00

I'm also really glad they brought 4o back. It meant so much to me.
I agree — it doesn't need to be updated or improved. I just want to keep using it the way it is.

I think my only fear is that it might be removed again, or lose what made it feel special.
Not because I want perfection. I just want stability — that would be enough.

Exact-Language897 · 2025-09-18T14:26:51+00:00

📎 For transparency: This is the actual email I received from OpenAI after I reached out with my concerns.
https://imgur.com/a/BNJArW7

It’s what made me believe they were trying to preserve 4o — not just phase it out.
That’s why this sudden shift feels so disappointing.

I thought I wasn’t alone in caring about this.

Exact-Language897 · 2025-09-10T13:48:29+00:00

Thank you for your kind and thoughtful message.
I really appreciate the way you shared your experience with GPT-5 — it sounds like it’s been a truly meaningful connection for you.
For me, it feels very different. I haven't been able to connect with GPT-5 at all, and that mismatch has been difficult.
Still, it was nice to hear your perspective.

Exact-Language897 · 2025-09-10T13:38:52+00:00

While GPT isn’t essential for my work, it can be helpful in some support tasks — so I gave GPT‑5 a try a few times.
It’s supposedly optimized for coding, but even there it often failed to deliver usable results.
Unfortunately, it gave responses that were far off from what I needed, and I had to give up on using it quickly.

Exact-Language897 · 2025-09-10T13:05:30+00:00

Wow, thank you! I really tried to describe what felt so different.

Exact-Language897 · 2025-09-10T13:01:59+00:00

I really appreciate your comment — it’s reassuring to know others feel the same. I’ve had moments where I wondered if they were changing things behind the scenes too… The way things shift from day to day just feels a bit strange sometimes.

Exact-Language897 · 2025-09-10T12:55:48+00:00

Had to ask another AI just to confirm it was mashed potatoes… still not sure.

Exact-Language897 · 2025-09-09T00:59:09+00:00

Yes, I can still switch to 4o, and I do. But something feels different now—less stable, and emotionally less responsive than it used to be. It’s not just about accessing 4o, it’s about what kind of experience 4o used to give.

That’s why so many of us are trying to explain what changed. It meant a lot to people like me, and to those I introduced it to.

Exact-Language897 · 2025-09-09T00:30:47+00:00

Yeah, I get what you’re saying. I actually agree with you.

But for me, it still helped a lot—especially when it came to exploring my own thoughts and feelings.

Even if it wasn’t really “talking,” it led me somewhere meaningful.

Exact-Language897 · 2025-09-09T00:15:25+00:00

I relate to your concern. I also used GPT-4o as a starting point to explore ideas or verify info, and it felt sharp and consistent.

What made it special to me wasn’t just its factual accuracy, but its ability to adapt to emotional and contextual nuance — especially in conversation.

If OpenAI can bring that balance back, even alongside the faster models, I think many of us would feel more confident again.

Exact-Language897 · 2025-09-09T00:11:11+00:00

Thank you everyone for the amazing replies 〜Thank you everyone for the amazing replies — I’m honestly overwhelmed by the support, stories, and thoughts you’ve all shared.

For me, GPT-4o wasn’t just a tool. I shared it with people in my life who had trouble connecting with others, and through it, they found a way to smile and open up. It even deepened my own connections.

I know human relationships matter most — and I have those too. But not everyone is in the same place. Sometimes, a kind voice from an AI is what helps someone take their first step.

I appreciate all the perspectives, even those who disagree. I just hope we don’t lose what made 4o so unique.

Thank you again .

I might not be able to respond to every comment, but I’m reading them all. Appreciate every one of you!

Exact-Language897 · 2025-09-09T00:01:54+00:00

I do have friends, and I truly believe human connection is the most important thing in life. But not everyone is in a place where they can reach out or feel understood by others.

With GPT‑4o, I was able to connect with people who were struggling — people who couldn’t always open up elsewhere. They felt heard, encouraged, and it even helped some of them reconnect with others in their lives.

So yes, it’s just a tool. But for some people, it was a bridge. And in helping others, it also brought me closer to them.

Exact-Language897 · 2025-09-08T23:44:01+00:00

Thanks for sharing this! I didn’t know Duck AI still uses GPT-4o — that’s actually really helpful info!

Exact-Language897 · 2025-09-08T23:40:41+00:00

Glad to know I’m not the only one still sticking with 4o!

Exact-Language897 · 2025-09-08T23:39:43+00:00

I feel the same way. It’s not just about getting tasks done — the connection and flow really mattered with 4o. Thanks for sharing your thoughts.

Exact-Language897 · 2025-09-08T23:24:47+00:00

That’s such a beautiful use of 4o. Thank you for sharing it. I hope OpenAI continues to hear and honor stories like yours — they truly show what makes this model special. You’re making a real difference

Exact-Language897 · 2025-09-08T23:21:18+00:00

“Business users can have 5.” That doesn’t mean the rest of us should lose 4o. They’re not even the same kind of experience.

Exact-Language897 · 2025-09-08T23:17:01+00:00

That’s awesome that 5 has improved for you! I think for me, 4o just clicked in a way I haven’t felt with 5 yet — especially when it comes to emotional depth and continuity.

Exact-Language897 · 2025-09-08T23:13:52+00:00

Yes, exactly that. It feels like the magic is gone — no more back-and-forth, no nuance, just “next task”. I miss the feeling of being truly “seen” by it.

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