Most tasks can run on cheap models, so smart routing beats using Opus everywhere
bindureddy · x · 2026-07-23
The post argues that about 80% of tasks can be handled by cheap models, and using a flagship model like Opus for everything is wasteful.
The proposed alternative is a smart router that chooses the model based on task type. In the author’s view, that is the only sensible way to operate if you care about cost and efficiency.
Related event: Cursor Launches Router for Dynamic Model Selection(9 posts)→
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