OpenAI Gears Up for GPT-5 Launch in August, Open-Source Model Arriving This Month
OpenAI is set to take another big leap in the AI race with the launch of its highly anticipated GPT-5 language model this August. Adding to the excitement, the company is also planning to release an open-source model by the end of this month, offering developers a glimpse into the next evolution of generative AI.
The announcement was confirmed by OpenAI CEO Sam Altman during a recent podcast appearance. While Altman refrained from disclosing too many details, he did hint that GPT-5 will showcase advanced reasoning capabilities that outshine current models. Sharing a personal anecdote, Altman recalled how GPT-5 managed to solve a difficult problem that even he couldn’t crack, describing it as a “here it is” moment. The comment has only fueled the buzz surrounding the upcoming release.
Insiders close to OpenAI’s roadmap have indicated that GPT-5 will officially roll out in early August. The upcoming launch is part of OpenAI’s broader strategy to merge its existing GPT and o-series models into a unified system. This integration aims to make the AI experience more seamless for both developers and everyday users by reducing the complexity of choosing between different models for tasks that demand reasoning.
Although OpenAI has yet to share official specifications, reports suggest the company will introduce GPT-5 in multiple versions: a standard version, a compact “mini” variant, and an even smaller “nano” edition. All three versions will be available through OpenAI’s API, but only the main and mini models are expected to be directly accessible within ChatGPT. The nano version will likely stay exclusive to API integrations.
Notably, GPT-5 is expected to inherit reasoning enhancements from OpenAI’s o3 model, tested earlier this year. This step marks a clear progression toward the company’s ambitious vision of developing Artificial General Intelligence (AGI)—a system capable of performing tasks at or above the human level.
As the AI space heats up, OpenAI’s upcoming launches could set new standards for innovation and accessibility in the world of artificial intelligence.