Recently, OpenAI's ChatGPT experienced a significant setback as global users were thrown into "chaos" due to its downtime. In response, the company swiftly introduced its next-generation model, o3-pro. This upgraded model not only handles complex issues with greater precision but also demonstrates clear advantages in fields such as scientific research, programming, education, and writing. It is more intelligent and feature-rich.
The o3-pro model is now available to Pro and Team users, replacing the previous o1-pro. Enterprise and Edu users will need to wait until next week. Although o3-pro performs better than its predecessor when handling complex tasks, it has a slower response time due to the need for more complex task scheduling and toolchain invocation. Therefore, it is best suited for scenarios where high accuracy of results is required.
One unique aspect of this model is that it integrates the full suite of tools from ChatGPT, including web search, file analysis, and Python programming. Its overall execution and integration capabilities have seen a notable improvement. The evaluation criteria for o3-pro have also been raised; the model is considered successful only after providing four consecutive correct answers.
Beyond functional enhancements, the release of o3-pro is accompanied by a significant reduction in the price of o3 models. The cost per million tokens is now $2 and $8, while o3-pro costs $20 and $80. Although it appears pricier, it is actually 87% cheaper compared to o1-pro. This price adjustment is the result of OpenAI's comprehensive optimization of its reasoning service architecture.
It is worth noting that OpenAI has partnered with Google Cloud to support alleviating computational pressure. This strategy not only strengthens OpenAI's computing power but also provides new development opportunities for Google Cloud. At the same time, OpenAI's annual recurring revenue (ARR) has exceeded $10 billion, demonstrating its strong growth momentum in the market.
With the powerful arrival of o3-pro, the functions of ChatGPT are becoming increasingly rich, gradually transforming from a simple chatbot into an efficient work assistant, with widespread applications in the workplace. Whether o3-pro can become a cornerstone for OpenAI's bigger ambitions remains to be seen in the future.
