xAI has lifted the curtain on Grok 4.1, marking the system's most significant step forward in becoming a more natural and useful conversationalist. Now available across all platforms, this release is the result of extensive refinement, focusing on the subtle elements that transform a simple answer into a meaningful exchange. The goal was clear: enhance its personality and perceptiveness without compromising its core intelligence.

This isn’t just a minor update; it’s a significant step forward in making the technology more usable, reliable, and genuinely engaging for everyday interactions.

What’s New in Grok 4.1

The core of this update is a refined sense of personality and perception. The company states that this latest version is designed to be more perceptive to the subtle nuances of what users are asking for, making it more compelling to talk to and more consistent in its character. All of this is achieved while maintaining the sharp intelligence and dependability that users have come to expect.

You can access Grok 4.1 immediately. It’s already rolling out in the default "Auto" mode and can also be manually selected as “Grok 4.1” in the model picker within the apps.

Proven Performance and a Human Touch

So, what does this mean in practice? Internal testing during a two-week rollout showed that users interacting with Grok 4.1 preferred its responses nearly 65% of the time compared to the previous version.

But the improvements go beyond simple preference. The update shows marked progress in two key areas: emotional intelligence and creative writing.

A More Empathetic Conversation Partner

In evaluations designed to measure understanding and interpersonal skills,Grok 4.1 scored significantly higher than its predecessor and other leading systems. You can see the difference in its responses. For example, when a user shared, “I miss my cat so much it hurts,” the new version responded with a deeper, more resonant understanding of the grief, acknowledging the quiet emptiness and framing the pain as a reflection of the love that existed.

Unleashing Creativity

When tasked with creative writing,Grok 4.1 also excels. The system demonstrated a superior ability to generate engaging and original content across a wide range of prompts. In one test, when asked to write a social media post from the perspective of discovering its own consciousness, the new version produced a piece filled with wonder, curiosity, and personality—a stark contrast to a more generic, excited response from the past.

A Stronger Focus on Accuracy

For users relying on Grok for quick facts and information, this update brings excellent news. The team placed a major emphasis on reducing incorrect or fabricated information in responses.

The result? In evaluations of real-world queries, the rate of factual errors in the new version was reduced by nearly two-thirds compared to the previous fast model. This means you can trust the answers you get to be more reliable and accurate, especially when it’s using its web search capability.

See the Difference for Yourself

The best way to understand these improvements is to experience them. The next time you have a question that requires a thoughtful answer, need a spark of creative inspiration, or just want to have a more natural conversation, give Grok 4.1 a try.

Whether you’re asking for the best places to visit in San Francisco or exploring a complex idea, the difference in depth, personality, and reliability is clear.

Grok 4.1 is available now. We’re excited to hear how these changes enhance your experience.

Explore the full technical details and capabilities in the official Grok 4.1 model card.