User Returns to Claude Citing OpenAI Models' Context Loss and Poor Understanding
aloncarmel · x · 2026-08-26
A heavy Codex user criticized OpenAI's models for their poor understanding of intent despite strong coding capabilities. He cited unbearable issues such as losing the train of thought during tasks, forgetting instructions when interrupted by new requests, and failing to complete all requirements, leading him to switch back to Claude.
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