Microsoft has rolled out OpenAI's GPT-5 model across its entire Copilot ecosystem today, marking the most comprehensive AI integration in the tech giant's history. The deployment spans Microsoft 365 Copilot, GitHub Copilot, Azure AI Foundry, and consumer Copilot applications, introducing a new "Smart Mode" that automatically optimizes AI responses based on task complexity.
The integration represents a coordinated launch with OpenAI's broader GPT-5 release to ChatGPT users. Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella announced the rollout via social media, stating that "GPT-5 launches across our platforms, including Microsoft 365 Copilot, Copilot, GitHub Copilot, and Azure AI Foundry".
Smart Mode Introduces Intelligent Model Routing
The centerpiece of Microsoft's GPT-5 integration is Smart Mode, which leverages a real-time router to automatically switch between different model variants. For routine queries, the system prioritizes speed using GPT-5's high-throughput model, while complex tasks trigger the deeper reasoning model that takes more time to analyze context and verify responses.
"The Smart mode utilizes the latest GPT-5 model to help anyone discover the best possible solutions to their queries," according to Microsoft's announcement. This approach eliminates the need for users to manually select between different AI modes, streamlining the experience across consumer and enterprise applications.
Enterprise Users Get Priority Access
Microsoft 365 Copilot subscribers receive priority access to GPT-5 with enhanced reasoning capabilities for work-related tasks, including analysis of emails, documents, and meetings. The enterprise version can now "reason through complex questions, staying on track in longer conversations and understanding the user's context" more effectively than previous models.
GitHub Copilot is bringing GPT-5 to all paid plans, with administrators required to opt-in through policy settings. The model promises improved code quality and reduced error rates, with early testing showing "half the tool calling error rate over other frontier models," according to Windsurf, one of the testing partners.
Free Access Across Consumer Platforms
Unlike previous AI model launches, GPT-5 is available for free in Microsoft Copilot apps across Windows, Mac, Android, and iOS platforms. Users can access the new model by selecting "Smart" mode in the Copilot interface, which was spotted in testing ahead of today's launch.[1][2][3][4]
Azure AI Foundry now offers GPT-5 through its model router, allowing developers to integrate the latest AI capabilities into their applications with enterprise-grade security and compliance protections. The platform automatically selects optimal models based on prompt complexity, performance needs, and cost efficiency.[5][6]
The widespread availability of GPT-5 across Microsoft's ecosystem positions the company to maintain its competitive edge in the AI race, leveraging its exclusive partnership with OpenAI to deliver cutting-edge capabilities to both enterprise and consumer users.
Citations:
[1] You Can Use GPT-5 for Free in Microsoft Copilot https://beebom.com/you-can-use-gpt-5-for-free-in-microsoft-copilot/
[2] Microsoft brings GPT-5 to Copilot apps for Windows, Mac and mobile devices https://the-decoder.com/microsoft-brings-gpt-5-to-copilot-apps-for-windows-mac-and-mobile-devices/
[3] Windows 11's Copilot app confirms GPT-5, Microsoft 365 Copilot ... https://www.windowslatest.com/2025/07/31/windows-11s-copilot-app-confirms-gpt-5-microsoft-prepares-microsoft-365-copilot-azure/
[4] Microsoft is getting ready for GPT-5 with a new Copilot smart mode https://www.theverge.com/notepad-microsoft-newsletter/715849/microsoft-copilot-smart-mode-testing-notepad
[5] Microsoft incorporates OpenAI’s GPT-5 into consumer, developer and enterprise offerings https://news.microsoft.com/source/features/ai/openai-gpt-5/
[6] Microsoft Enables GPT-5 Across Copilot Ecosystem in Major Update https://winaero.com/microsoft-enables-gpt-5-across-copilot-ecosystem-in-major-update/
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