AI Tools Review

OpenAI: GPT-5 Codex

By Openai

Released: 2025-09-23

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OpenAI GPT 5 Codex, developed by OpenAI, features 400k-token context window. GPT-5-Codex is a specialized version of GPT-5 optimised for software engineering and coding workflows. It is designed for both interactive development sessions and long, independent execution of complex engineering tasks. The model supports building projects from scratch, feature development, debugging, large-scale refactoring, and code review. Compared to GPT-5, Codex is more steerable, adheres closely to developer instructions, and produces cleaner, higher-quality code outputs. Reasoning effort can be adjusted with the `reasoning.effort` parameter. Read the [docs here](https://openrouter.ai/docs/use-cases/reasoning-tokens#reasoning-effort-level) Codex integrates into developer environments including the CLI, IDE extensions, GitHub, and cloud tasks. It adapts reasoning effort dynamically—providing fast responses for small tasks while sustaining extended multi-hour runs for large projects. The model is trained to perform structured code reviews, catching critical flaws by reasoning over dependencies and validating behaviour against tests. It also supports multimodal inputs such as images or screenshots for UI development and integrates tool use for search, dependency installation, and environment setup. Codex is intended specifically for agentic coding applications. Premium pricing at $1.25/1M tokens reflects its advanced capabilities.

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AI-Powered

Leverages advanced AI technology to deliver cutting-edge capabilities and results.

Fast & Efficient

Optimized performance ensures quick results without compromising on quality.

Purpose-Built

Specifically designed for llms tasks and workflows.

Openai Model Timeline

OpenAI: GPT Audio

128k tokens context

OpenAI: GPT Audio Mini

128k tokens context

OpenAI: GPT-5.2-Codex

400k tokens context

OpenAI: GPT-5.2 Chat

128k tokens context

OpenAI: GPT-5.2 Pro

400k tokens context

OpenAI: GPT-5.2

400k tokens context

OpenAI: GPT-5.1-Codex-Max

400k tokens context

OpenAI: GPT-5.1

400k tokens context

OpenAI: GPT-5.1 Chat

128k tokens context

OpenAI: GPT-5.1-Codex

400k tokens context

OpenAI: GPT-5.1-Codex-Mini

400k tokens context

OpenAI: gpt-oss-safeguard-20b

131k tokens context

OpenAI: GPT-5 Image Mini

400k tokens context

OpenAI: GPT-5 Image

400k tokens context

OpenAI: o3 Deep Research

200k tokens context

OpenAI: o4 Mini Deep Research

200k tokens context

OpenAI: GPT-5 Pro

400k tokens context

OpenAI: GPT-5 CodexCurrent

400k tokens context

OpenAI: GPT-4o Audio

128k tokens context

OpenAI: GPT-5 Chat

128k tokens context

OpenAI: GPT-5

400k tokens context

OpenAI: GPT-5 Mini

400k tokens context

OpenAI: GPT-5 Nano

400k tokens context

OpenAI: gpt-oss-120b (free)

131k tokens context

OpenAI: gpt-oss-120b

131k tokens context

OpenAI: gpt-oss-120b (exacto)

131k tokens context

OpenAI: gpt-oss-20b (free)

131k tokens context

OpenAI: gpt-oss-20b

131k tokens context

OpenAI: o3 Pro

200k tokens context

OpenAI: o4 Mini High

200k tokens context

OpenAI: o3

200k tokens context

OpenAI: o4 Mini

200k tokens context

OpenAI: GPT-4.1

1,048k tokens context

OpenAI: GPT-4.1 Mini

1,048k tokens context

OpenAI: GPT-4.1 Nano

1,048k tokens context

OpenAI: o1-pro

200k tokens context

OpenAI: GPT-4o-mini Search Preview

128k tokens context

OpenAI: GPT-4o Search Preview

128k tokens context

OpenAI: o3 Mini High

200k tokens context

OpenAI: o3 Mini

200k tokens context

OpenAI: o1

200k tokens context

OpenAI: GPT-4o (2024-11-20)

128k tokens context

OpenAI: ChatGPT-4o

128k tokens context

OpenAI: GPT-4o (2024-08-06)

128k tokens context

OpenAI: GPT-4o-mini (2024-07-18)

128k tokens context

OpenAI: GPT-4o-mini

128k tokens context

OpenAI: GPT-4o (2024-05-13)

128k tokens context

OpenAI: GPT-4o

128k tokens context

OpenAI: GPT-4o (extended)

128k tokens context

OpenAI: GPT-4 Turbo

128k tokens context

OpenAI: GPT-3.5 Turbo (older v0613)

4k tokens context

OpenAI: GPT-4 Turbo Preview

128k tokens context

OpenAI: GPT-4 Turbo (older v1106)

128k tokens context

OpenAI: GPT-3.5 Turbo Instruct

4k tokens context

OpenAI: GPT-3.5 Turbo 16k

16k tokens context

OpenAI: GPT-4 (older v0314)

8k tokens context

OpenAI: GPT-4

8k tokens context

OpenAI: GPT-3.5 Turbo

16k tokens context

Specifications

pricing$1.25 / $10.00 (per 1M)
context Window400k tokens

AI Evaluation

4.8
Expert Rating
Text4.9/5
Coding4.8/5

Combines language understanding with search capabilities. Excels at finding and synthesizing information from various sources.

Pros

  • 400k token context window
  • Strong code generation and debugging
  • Advanced logical reasoning
  • Multi-modal input support

Cons

  • Moderate API costs
  • May lack creative flair
  • Speed/quality trade-off