GPT-5-Codex Model Update: Better Edits & Efficiency

GPT-5-Codex gets more reliable file edits, better collaboration with your changes, and fewer destructive git operations. Plus 3% efficiency gains.

GPT-5-Codex Model Update: Better Edits & Efficiency

TL;DR

  • apply_patch is now more reliable for file edits
  • Fewer destructive git operations like reset
  • Better collaboration when you edit files alongside the model
  • 3% faster and more efficient overall

New

  • Improved apply_patch reliability — File edits are now more stable and predictable, reducing failed patches and rollbacks.
  • Collaborative file handling — The model better respects your edits and avoids clobbering changes you've made while it's working.

Fixed

  • Fewer destructive git actions — Reduced aggressive operations like git reset that could lose work.
  • Performance gains — 3% improvement in execution time and token usage across the board.

Update via your Codex client or CLI. See the full changelog for details.

Source: Codex