User Challenges Anthropic: Is Opus 5 Really More Aligned Than Previous Models?

dhadfieldmenell · x · 2026-08-19

Anthropic claims Opus 5 is their most aligned model based on automated behavioral audits, showing the lowest rates of reckless or deceptive behavior. However, user EzraJNewman questions this, stating that Opus 5 seems clearly less aligned than previous Claudes, suggesting the automated audit metrics may not reflect real-world alignment or user experience accurately.

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