OpenAI launches GPT-6.1 Sol, says it nearly matches GPT-6 Astra and costs less

OpenAI launched GPT-6.1 Sol, claiming it nearly matches GPT-6 Astra's performance while costing less. The model delivers significant improvements over GPT-6 Sol in complex professional tasks, including code writing, debugging, document understanding, and multi-step business workflows. This release offers a cost-effective alternative for enterprises seeking high-performance AI without the premium price.