Why Use the Researcher Agent if You Have GPT-5 in Microsoft 365 Copilot?

🚀 GPT-5 in Microsoft 365 Copilot vs. the Researcher Agent — Which One Wins? Now that GPT-5 with advanced chain-of-thought reasoning is here in Microsoft 365 Copilot, the big question is: Why would we ever use the Researcher Agent again? In this video, I walk you through a real-world side-by-side test: - How GPT-5 in M365 Copilot handles a complex prompt in seconds - How the Researcher Agent tackles the same task — with deep, academic-level research (and a LOT more waiting) - The real differences in speed, depth, and practicality - Which one you should choose for quick productivity vs. in-depth research By the end, you’ll know exactly when to reach for GPT-5 and when the Researcher Agent is worth the coffee break. -------------------------------------------------------------------- Connect with me: ☕ Buy me a coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/lisacrosbie 📘 Get my book: Microsoft Copilot Pro: Step by Step https://www.microsoftpressstore.com/store/microsoft-copilot-pro-step-by-step-9780135369425 🦉 Learn more about AI: https://aka.ms/learnwithlisa 🖇 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisa-crosbie/ 📼 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@lisa.crosbie