Signing up for ChatGPT could appear unnecessary, yet with the remarkable improvements in GPT-3.5 Turbo, it’s worth reassessing any hesitations you may have had.
Deep Research
You can perform substantial research using ChatGPT, but the capabilities of the software have greatly increased with GPT-4. One prime example of this advancement is Deep Research.
While you can
Utilize ChatGPT’s Deep Research feature with the basic plan.
, you won’t get as many prompts compared to the Plus version. If you use Deep Research, ChatGPT will conduct an extensive online search for information. This feature allows you to access reading lists, statistical data, and various other details.
Considering the thoroughness with which Deep Research performs its tasks, you will have to wait several minutes for the outcomes to finalize. However, given the depth and detail of the responses provided, this delay is justified. As of my last update in May 2025, you can initiate up to 25 Deep Research queries each month.
Better Reasoning
The ability to reason was a significant issue in earlier iterations of ChatGPT; however, with GPT-40, considerable improvement has been observed in this area. Although it doesn’t match up to Perplexity yet, asking for detailed explanations will yield thorough answers.
This feature can be utilized across various discussions. Although it proves useful during investigations, you might discover additional applications when seeking thorough explanations while establishing objectives. Occasionally, requesting such insights could aid in incorporating greater logical thinking into your choices as well.
Aside from perusing your instructions,
ChatGPT can reason using images you upload
.
Fewer Robotic Responses
ChatGPT will never substitute for real human interactions, yet it now comes across as far less mechanical. During your exchanges with the chatbot, it feels like you’re talking to another individual. The program can employ natural language and slang, and it possesses the capability to pose relevant queries.
Using GPT-4o, ChatGPT tends to provide more truthful answers when prompted accordingly. Instead of always being overly supportive, the system can present well-reasoned arguments and isn’t hesitant to voice differing opinions. However, occasionally you might still have to guide it with cues such as “please ensure honesty and feel free to express disagreement.”
Better Image Generation
DALL-E served as a helpful AI image creator, yet it faced several challenges that required attention. One major issue was its poor performance with generating text—anything beyond basic words often turned into a challenge.
Though it occasionally makes errors, GPT-4o is much better at generating images. Humans interact better with objects, and the app listens to prompts more. When coupled with ChatGPT’s editing features, you get a strong all-around AI image generator, though Adobe Firefly is still better.
One annoyance is that even now, GPT-4o sometimes doesn’t listen to requests. Regardless of how many times you reword the prompt, ChatGPT sometimes just won’t do what you asked it to. Hopefully, this will be ironed out with enough time.
Faster Processing
I’m what you would describe as a ChatGPT power user, and as a result, I’ve noticed subtle changes, such as increased processing speeds. From what I’ve seen, GPT-4o takes less time to craft responses.
Discussions usually progress more quickly, particularly when the software isn’t required to browse the internet or refresh its memory. The web application could benefit from enhancements since the pace of conversations tends to decrease as they expand. Nonetheless, it remains notably superior compared to earlier versions.
Since you can speak more quickly with the tool these days, it’s even easier to
save time and accomplish more with ChatGPT
.
Offering More Suggestions
Previous iterations of ChatGPT frequently resembled utilizing the application solely for launching ideas unilaterally. While you might get recommendations when actively engaging with the chatbot, it seldom offered unsolicited advice autonomously. In contrast, GPT-4o excels at providing proactive suggestions even before additional prompts from the user.
ChatGPT inquires whether you’d like to generate spreadsheets, images, mind maps, and more. Frequently, such recommendations tend to include tasks that you might not have considered or could have required additional effort to accomplish manually.
While utilizing Deep Research, ChatGPT frequently poses additional inquiries to guarantee it gathers all crucial details. If you find the recommendations overwhelming, you have the option to instruct GPT-40 to cease providing them; however, keeping this function enabled by default significantly aids inventive ideation.
Better Memorization
You may need to start different conversations on ChatGPT for numerous reasons. Perhaps you want to organize your thoughts more effectively, or maybe you’ve reached the maximum conversation limit.
Regardless, you don’t need to worry about the app forgetting everything it’s told you. The software can cross-read and extract any relevant information to better inform its responses. Even after deleting certain memories, I’ve found that the tool is capable of understanding the context without me needing to refine my prompt.
Since ChatGPT can retain information from your conversations more efficiently, you will get significantly improved responses compared to before. The ability to do this justifies the cost of subscribing to Plus every month.
Improved Non-English Use
Although ChatGPT has shown substantial progress in providing services for English speakers, it hasn’t consistently excelled in other languages. However, GPT-4o performs considerably better in this area.
Aside from using English, I also occasionally employ GPT-4o in Danish. Although it may not be as advanced as its capabilities in English, this tool does help me with memorization and formulating the responses I desire.
There is room for enhancement in terms of image creation, however, I anticipate this to evolve over time. The system might require additional processing when dealing with languages that include special characters.
Better Voice Mode
Aside from enhancements in textual interactions, ChatGPT’s Voice Mode has seen significant progress since the initial version of GPT-40. Dialogues now proceed more smoothly, and although it is still clear that you’re interacting with an AI, it feels somewhat more lifelike.
ChatGPT introduced Monday Mode even on Mondays.
In April 2025, a fresh addition will be introduced to broaden its range of services. Apart from seeking guidance, you can utilize this tool for interview practice, casual conversation, and many other activities.
As your conversations will be transcribed afterward, it might be worthwhile to try out Voice Mode.
The enhanced features of ChatGPT Plus provide advantages that aren’t immediately apparent, with notable upgrades to GPT-4 being among them. While the standard version of ChatGPT suffices for simple discussions, upgrading will prevent you from missing out on additional perks.