GPT-5.2 o1 vs Perplexity
A detailed comparison to help you choose the right AI tool for your needs.
Our Pick
GPT-5.2 Thinking
GPT-5.2 Thinking edges out Perplexity AI with superior overall performance and features that make it the better choice for most users.
Try GPT-5.2 o1Feature Comparison
Feature
GPT-5.2 o1
Perplexity
Ratings
Overall Rating
4.9
4.6
Coding
4.8
3.5
Writing
4.5
4.2
Reasoning
5.0
4.4
Speed
3.8
4.8
Value
4.0
4.7
Pricing
Monthly Price
$200
$20
Free Tier
Input (per 1M tokens)
$15
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Output (per 1M tokens)
$60
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Features
Context Window
128K
128K
Vision/Images
Audio
Video
Code Generation
AI Agents
GPT-5.2 Thinking
Pros
- Best reasoning model from OpenAI
- Edges out Gemini 3 and Claude Opus 4.5 on most tests
- Performs at/above human expert level on GDPval
- Excellent for coding, math, and document analysis
- State-of-the-art on SWE-Bench Pro
Cons
- Expensive ($200/mo for Pro subscription)
- Slower than Instant variant
- Requires Pro subscription for full access
- Writing can feel robotic
Perplexity AI
Pros
- Real-time web access
- Cites all sources
- Great for research
- Fast responses
- Generous free tier
Cons
- Not as capable for coding
- Writing not as polished
- Limited context for complex tasks
Choose GPT-5.2 o1 if you need:
Complex reasoning, software engineering, research, math proofs
Choose Perplexity if you need:
Research, fact-checking, current events
Ready to get started?
Both tools offer free tiers or trials. Try them out and see which one works best for your workflow.