Content updated: 2026-08-02
ChatGPT vs Claude: public benchmark comparison
How to read this page
This page summarizes results from public third-party benchmarks where both products appear in the same category, with exact model versions and original sources. It helps you inspect published evidence quickly, but it does not replace testing the models on your own tasks.
What public benchmarks show
Below are results only from public benchmark categories where every model on this page appears together. Scores from different sources cannot be added up, and they do not prove one model is best overall.
Arena · coding preference
Arena asks people to pick the better answer without knowing which model wrote it. A higher Elo means more preference votes in that category—not an overall product ranking.
| Product | Exact model version | Rank | Score | Metric |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Claude | claude-opus-5-max | 1 | 1705 | Elo (Elo) |
| ChatGPT | gpt-5.6-sol-xhigh (codex-harness) | 5 | 1620 | Elo (Elo) |
Arena · search-style preference
Arena asks people to pick the better answer without knowing which model wrote it. A higher Elo means more preference votes in that category—not an overall product ranking.
| Product | Exact model version | Rank | Score | Metric |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Claude | claude-opus-4-6-search | 1 | 1253 | Elo (Elo) |
| ChatGPT | gpt-5.5-search | 2 | 1240 | Elo (Elo) |
Arena · general chat preference
Arena asks people to pick the better answer without knowing which model wrote it. A higher Elo means more preference votes in that category—not an overall product ranking.
| Product | Exact model version | Rank | Score | Metric |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Claude | claude-fable-5 | 1 | 1509 | Elo (Elo) |
| ChatGPT | gpt-5.6-sol-xhigh | 14 | 1483 | Elo (Elo) |
SWE-bench Verified · real software-issue fixing
SWE-bench Verified measures how often an AI coding setup can fix real GitHub issues. A higher resolved percentage means more issues were fixed in that specific test setup.
| Product | Exact model version | Rank | Score | Metric |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Claude | live-SWE-agent + Claude 4.5 Opus medium (20251101) | 1 | 79.2% | Resolved (%) |
| ChatGPT | JoyCode + Claude 4 Sonnet + GPT-4.1 | 17 | 74.6% | Resolved (%) |
Product entry points
| Product | Provider | Official entry point | ModelAny |
|---|---|---|---|
| ChatGPT | OpenAI | Visit product site | Currently supported by ModelAny |
| Claude | Anthropic | Visit product site | Not currently in ModelAny launcher |
What to verify in your own trial
- Whether answers to your real tasks are accurate and complete, and how much editing they still need.
- Whether the current plan’s quotas, pricing, and regional availability fit long-term use.
- Whether privacy terms, sign-in, and team collaboration match your requirements.
More evidence-backed model comparisons
Official sources and verification date
The links below are official sources for product identity and plan information, last checked 2026-07-19. Pricing, model availability, quotas, and regional access can change; confirm on the provider site before purchasing or deploying.
- OpenAI ChatGPT plans and pricing - 2026-07-19
- Anthropic plans and pricing - 2026-07-19
Frequently asked questions
Does this page publish an absolute ranking?
No. We compare models only where they share the same public test conditions, and we link to the original sources so you can verify. We don't publish a “best overall” list outside a stated context.
Are pricing and plan details definitive?
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