AI Launch Profile

Introducing GPT-5.5

OpenAI released GPT-5.5, a frontier model for agentic coding, computer use, knowledge work, and research workflows across ChatGPT, Codex, and the API.

Company
OpenAI
Launch date
April 23, 2026
Launch type
Model Release
Category
AI Agents, AI Coding Tools, AI Productivity Tools
Audience
Developers, Enterprises, Operators, Researchers
Pricing
Available in ChatGPT and Codex through paid plans; API pricing for gpt-5.5 is listed at $5 per 1M input tokens and $30 per 1M output tokens, with gpt-5.5-pro priced higher.
Free plan
no
API
yes
Open source/open weight
no

Verification & Sources

Status
Verified
Source links
2
Freshness
Verified June 8, 2026
Last verified
June 8, 2026
Last updated
June 8, 2026
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Kingy Scores

Launch Score
Unscored
Demo Quality
Unscored
YouTube Potential
Unscored

Kingy AI Take

A must-track model launch because it pushes frontier models deeper into practical agentic work rather than just chat or benchmark improvements.

Who it is for

Developers, enterprise teams, researchers, and operators who need a stronger model for long-running coding, tool use, analysis, and computer-based work.

What feels promising

The combination of stronger coding, computer use, and tool coordination makes this especially relevant for teams adopting AI agents inside real workflows.

What feels unproven

The most ambitious claims depend on real-world reliability, guardrail friction, API availability, and whether teams can manage cost on longer-running tasks.

Traction notes

Important for the hub because OpenAI positioned GPT-5.5 as a step up for agentic coding, computer use, and multi-tool work.