GPT-5.2 vs Cursor
A detailed comparison to help you choose the right AI tool for your needs.
Our Pick
GPT-5.2 Instant
GPT-5.2 Instant edges out Cursor with superior overall performance and features that make it the better choice for most users.
Try GPT-5.2Feature Comparison
Feature
GPT-5.2
Cursor
Ratings
Overall Rating
4.8
4.7
Coding
4.6
4.8
Writing
4.8
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Reasoning
4.7
4.5
Speed
4.9
4.6
Value
4.7
4.7
Pricing
Monthly Price
$20
$20
Free Tier
Input (per 1M tokens)
$2.5
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Output (per 1M tokens)
$10
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Features
Context Window
128K
200K
Vision/Images
Audio
Video
Code Generation
AI Agents
GPT-5.2 Instant
Pros
- Newest OpenAI model (Dec 2025)
- Fast responses optimized for speed
- 30% fewer hallucinations than GPT-5.1
- Knowledge cutoff August 2025
- Better at spreadsheets and presentations
- Matches human experts on professional tasks
Cons
- Not as strong as Thinking variant for complex tasks
- Requires paid subscription for full access
- Coding not as strong as Claude Opus 4.5
Cursor
Pros
- Best IDE experience for AI coding
- Understands project context deeply
- Multi-file editing
- Tab completion is excellent
- Uses latest Claude/GPT models
Cons
- Limited to coding only
- Premium features require subscription
- Can be resource-intensive
Choose GPT-5.2 if you need:
Daily tasks, writing, translation, quick coding help
Choose Cursor if you need:
Daily coding, large projects, professional developers
Ready to get started?
Both tools offer free tiers or trials. Try them out and see which one works best for your workflow.