Perplexity is preparing to launch GPT-5 Pro access for its Max subscribers, continuing its approach of promptly integrating the latest flagship models from OpenAI. GPT-5 Pro, which debuted at OpenAI’s Dev Day via API, is positioned as the company’s highest-capability model and currently powers the top-tier mode on ChatGPT. The rollout on Perplexity is aimed specifically at Max plan users, echoing how earlier premium models, such as o3 Pro, were made available to the same group.
The addition of GPT-5 Pro stands out for several reasons. First, the model reportedly uses the largest share of compute resources among OpenAI’s offerings, resulting in a higher per-use cost ($15 for input, which is slightly below o3 Pro’s pricing for Max subscribers). This pricing aligns with OpenAI’s current trend of differentiating premium access based on compute allocation and model strength. By providing GPT-5 Pro, Perplexity’s Max subscribers gain access to the same advanced capabilities already available to ChatGPT Pro users, leveling the playing field for those choosing between these platforms.
The model is expected to appear within the existing model selection menu for Max users on Perplexity. This aligns with Perplexity’s broader strategy of offering state-of-the-art AI models to its highest-tier subscribers as soon as they become available, reinforcing its positioning as a leading AI research tool for professionals and power users. The announcement date remains uncertain, but judging by past releases, support for GPT-5 Pro could be added within days of the official OpenAI launch.
If the integration follows previous patterns, Max subscribers can expect to access GPT-5 Pro for in-depth research, advanced summarization, and complex reasoning tasks, with the only main limitation being the higher cost associated with each prompt. This move supports Perplexity’s ongoing focus on maintaining competitive parity with OpenAI’s own platform and meeting the demands of its most invested users.
