GPT-Codex vs Claude Sonnet vs Gemini | Selecting the best Model in Cursor

In this video, we dive deep into how to choose the right model for your coding tasks, understand the nuances of context windows, and utilize the game-changing Parallel Model Testing feature. We’ll show you how to compare results side-by-side to get the best code possible. What You’ll Learn: How to navigate and add models in the Cursor UI. The difference between Default Context and Max Mode (and why more tokens aren't always better). A breakdown of model capabilities like Tool Calling, Thinking Mode, and Image Support. Cursor’s pricing structure and how usage credits work. Running multiple models in parallel to compare UI and logic outputs instantly. 00:00 Introduction to Cursor AI Models 00:16 How to Select & Add Models in the UI 00:52 Context Windows: Default vs. Max Mode 02:43 Capabilities: Tool Calling, Thinking, and Vision 03:26 Model Pricing & Usage Credits Explained 04:15 Personal Recommendations (Sonnet, Composer, Haiku) 04:51 Setting Up Parallel Model Testing 06:08 Real-World Example: Retro Website Design Comparison 07:51 Committing Changes & Auto-Generated Messages 08:05 Final Thoughts & Wrap Up #CursorAI #Coding #AI #SoftwareDevelopment #Programming #LLM #ClaudeSonnet #GPT5 #Gemini #AIIDE #Productivity #CodingTutorial