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Copilot cloud agent: Fast, cost-efficient models for simple tasks

May 18, 2026GitHub ChangelogView original ↗2 features

When you delegate a task to Copilot cloud agent, you can pick the model it uses to do its work.

Today, we’re expanding the list of supported models to include faster, more cost-efficient options. This means you can pick the right model for the job: a smaller, quicker model for straightforward changes, or a more capable model for complex work.

The following models are now available, in addition to the existing options:

  • Claude Haiku 4.5 (0.33x multiplier)
  • GPT-5.4-mini (0.33x multiplier)

To learn more, see “Changing the AI model for Copilot cloud agent” in the GitHub Docs.

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Fetched May 19, 2026