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OpenAI Makes GPT-6 Astra Available in the API and Work Tools

September 4, 2026 at 16:13 EDT

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OpenAI has made GPT-6 Astra available in the OpenAI API and expanded access to ChatGPT Work and Codex for Pro, Enterprise, and Business Premium users. The rollout puts OpenAI's newest frontier model into developer and workplace workflows as the company broadens access across its product and cloud distribution channels.

SEPTEMBER 3, 2026 · OPENAI

GPT-6 Astra pushes AI from answers to action

OpenAI's frontier model combines reasoning with computer use, coding, research, and professional workflows.

API INPUT

$10

per 1M tokens

API OUTPUT

$50

per 1M tokens

CONTEXT WINDOW

1.05M

tokens

OSWorld 2.0 computer-use score

Astra scored higher in the latency simulation and took about 40 minutes per task.

65.7%

GPT-5.6 Sol

72.6%

GPT-6 Astra

Capability and control move together

Astra is better at respecting task boundaries, while monitorability is lower under adversarial tests.

REPORTED GAINS

Stronger boundary following, clearer work products, and fewer coding iterations.

WATCHPOINTS

Advanced cyber tasks remain restricted, and safety checks can interrupt legitimate work.

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