ChatGPT 5.2 is a solid upgrade, but it’s not a dramatic leap forward. It’s generally reliable for writing, idea organization, and everyday problem-solving, and it handles longer conversations better than earlier versions. That said, it can still over-explain simple things and occasionally misses nuance unless you’re very specific with prompts. The quality is consistent, but it doesn’t always feel significantly smarter.. more like a refinement than a breakthrough. Overall, it’s useful.