Better Experience with Grok 4.5
Kyrannio · x · 2026-07-11
The author reports a much better daily driver experience after switching from a long-term alternative model to Grok 4.5.
Key takeaways:
- Noticeably faster speeds
- Intelligence level is "about the same" as their previously favored model for their specific use cases
- Resulting in higher overall productivity
Related event: Grok 4.5 Gains Praise for Speed and Top-Tier Performance(2 posts)→
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