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Perplexity markets its "end-to-end projects" as an orchestration of 19 models rather than relying on a single giant model to optimize for task specialization and parallel processing. This approach allows the system to break down complex projects into subtasks and assign each task to the model best suited for it. For example, Claude Opus 4.6 is used for core reasoning, Gemini for deep research, and ChatGPT 5.2 for handling long-context recall and broad search [1], [2], [4]. This architecture not only increases flexibility by allowing sub-agents to operate autonomously but also enhances the capability to manage various tasks over extended periods—from hours to months [2], [3]. By using multiple specialized models, Perplexity aims to provide a more comprehensive and efficient solution tailored for specific tasks such as coding, research, or content production [1], [4]. This orchestration strategy also includes integrations with external tools, which further extends the platform’s capabilities beyond what a single model could achieve [1].