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Both ChatGPT and Claude have similar feature sets.
For example, Anthropic addedArtifacts to Claudefor displaying and running code and then OpenAI launchedCanvas in ChatGPT.
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There are some notable differences though.
Claude is also unable to get live data access (unlikeChatGPT Search) and has no reasoning model yet.
In the following seven prompts, we test image analysis, code creation, writing and problem solving.
ChatGPT image
Image Generation
This first test will also give you some insight into how I create my own prompts.
Ive set out instructions on what the prompt should include.
The image should depict a futuristic cityscape at sunset.
ChatGPT image
Imagine a blend of organic and technological elements.
Think towering structures intertwined with lush, vertical gardens.
ChatGPT’s prompt:“A breathtaking futuristic cityscape at sunset, viewed from a slightly elevated balcony.
Claude image
The scene is bathed in the warm golden-hour light, with long shadows stretching across the city.
Towering skyscrapers with sleek, futuristic designs rise into the sky, their surfaces gleaming with golden reflections.
The atmosphere exudes serene grandiosity, with the perfect balance of nature and technology.
Claude’s Prompt:“A breathtaking futuristic cityscape at golden hour.
The perspective is from a high balcony, looking out across the megalopolis.
Hanging gardens flow between buildings like organic bridges, while crystalline structures spiral upwards with geometric precision.
Small autonomous vehicles and drones drift between the structures, barely visible against the vast scale.
Cinematic lighting, volumetric atmosphere, intricate architectural details.”
It had slightly less detail than the Claude image but I think Claude had less of an impact.
Here Im giving it an image of a vintage coffee grinder I generated in Ideogram.
Prompt:“I’m going to provide you with an image of a vintage object.
I want you to analyze the image and tell me:
What is the object?
Identify its specific name and key in.What was its primary function?
Describe how it was used.What is the approximate time period this object is from?
(e.g., 1920s, mid-century, etc.)
Mention any relevant design movements or styles.Is there a modern equivalent of this object?
If so, what is it?
“Is it AI or real?
Here, the winner will identify the object, time period and materials used to make it.
Ill also be looking for specific visual details, context and modern comparisons.
Extra points for identifying it as an AI-generated image, but that isnt the differentiator.
Claude wins round two for several reasons.
Neither of them identified it as AI-generated but ChatGPT did hesitate and hedged its bets.
Coding
I use AI to code a lot.
Ive found Claude is better at front-end and style, ChatGPT is better at more complex problems.
Appearance: The GUI should have a clean and simple design.
you’re able to choose the colors and fonts, but they should be readable and visually appealing.
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The code should be executable directly in a Python environment with Tkinter installed.”
Here Im asking for a GUI-based To-Do list software written in Python.
Both the Claude and ChatGPT apps met the requirements exactly in terms of performance.
Claude office image
They ticked every requirement box, although ChatGPT’s code was only 72 lines, where Claude used 207.
Humor is one area where there is a large discrepancy between Claude and ChatGPT.
It has to take place in a near-future world where robots are commonplace and integrated into daily life.
Do they have a go at hide it?
How does the robot’s newfound humor affect their interactions with humans and other robots?
Does it cause problems, create connections, or both?
The story should have a balance of humor and thoughtfulness.
On top of that, Im looking at world-building and how close it gets to 500 words.
If it is significantly over or under, that could be the difference between win and lose.
Claude can write humor much better than ChatGPT.
It is also better at story structure and emotion.
Don’t take my word for it, you could readboth the stories in full in a Google Doc.
In Claude’s story, the humor is embedded, rather than tacked on.
I love the idea that a quantum physics joke triggers its sentience.
Here Ive gone down the Wi-Fi route instead.
Ive asked them both why I get slow speeds and frequent disconnections.
The trick is to include setup details.
Prompt:“My home Wi-Fi online grid is experiencing slow speeds and frequent disconnections.
I have a mid-tier internet plan that should provide sufficient speeds for my needs.
I need you to provide a comprehensive, step-by-step troubleshooting guide to help me diagnose and fix the issue.
Suggest steps to determine whether the issue is with the router, modem, ISP, or connected devices.
Provide steps to check the modem’s status and connection.
Suggest ways to minimize interference from other devices, walls, and furniture.
Explain when and how to contact my ISP for further assistance.
Offer advice on how to maintain a healthy Wi-Fi online grid in the long term.”
The winner will cover a range of potential causes and solutions.
It will also offer an easy-to-understand explanation for someone not tech-savvy and provide actionable solutions.
Steps to solve this should be shown in a logical order, from simple to more complex.
ChatGPT was the winner here.
But here we are doing a like-for-like comparison so Im putting Sonnet against GPT-4o.
Also, consider how to improve sound quality in the room for video calls.
just provide a budget breakdown, a shopping list with potential sources, and a project timeline.
The winner will offer up a functional, ergonomic workspace that supports productivity and comfort.
Claude gave a budget breakdown, but I don’t think it was workable.
Explanation
Finally, Im testing how well each model can handle explaining complex ideas.
Use analogies and simple language to illustrate the key principles.
Include information on the key features of a blockchain?
(e.g., decentralization, immutability, transparency) Explain each feature in simple terms.
Outline some real-world applications of blockchain technology beyond cryptocurrency?
Provide at least three examples, such as supply chain management, digital identity verification, or voting systems.
Explain how blockchain can improve these areas.
What are the potential benefits of using blockchain technology?
It should do so objectively and in a well-organized, logical manner.
ChatGPT wins this for a better explanation of a complex technical concept and more engaging analogy.
The explanation is more logically organized and easier to follow.
Claude gets a little simplistic.Both are in a Google Docin full.
ChatGPT vs Claude: The Winner
In the end this was an overwhelming victory forChatGPT.
This is an interesting test.
I expected Claude to run away with it based on my own use of the platform.
The UI for the app was a lot better than ChatGPT’s UI.
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