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OpenAI's Sol 6.1 model questioned for slow performance in ChatGPT

A user on Reddit is questioning the efficiency of OpenAI's "Sol 6.1" model within the ChatGPT interface. They observe that while Sol 6.1 is advertised as being cost-effective for API usage, its performance is notably slow. This slowness leads the user to doubt whether the model is truly frugal or if its usage simply appears low due to its sluggish response times. AI

IMPACT Users may experience slower response times with the Sol 6.1 model in ChatGPT, potentially impacting productivity.

RANK_REASON The cluster consists of a single Reddit post discussing the performance of a specific model, which falls under commentary rather than a primary release or significant event.

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OpenAI's Sol 6.1 model questioned for slow performance in ChatGPT

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  1. r/OpenAI TIER_2 Dansk(DA) · /u/dikrek ·

    Work mode Sol 6.1 usage vs speed?

    <!-- SC_OFF --><div class="md"><p>I understand Sol 6.1 is supposed to be inexpensive regarding API usage. But in the ChatGPT harness, it’s SO slow that I’m not sure if it’s really frugal or usage goes down slowly just because it’s so slow.</p> </div><!-- SC_ON --> &#32; submitted…