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In a stunning upset, OpenAI’s advanced ChatGPT model was reportedly defeated by the classic Atari 2600 in a chess match. The surprising result was shared by Robert Jr. Caruso, a Citrix expert, who pitted ChatGPT 4o against the 1979 Atari Chess game running on an emulator.
David vs. Goliath: AI Chess Edition
Chess has long been a benchmark for evaluating computer performance. From early chess computer games to IBM’s Deep Blue defeating Garry Kasparov in 1997, chess-playing ability has been a measure of computational prowess. Deep Blue’s victory, achieved by analyzing 200 million moves per second, was a landmark moment.
Given the vast difference in processing power between a modern AI and the Atari 2600, the outcome of this recent match was entirely unexpected.
ChatGPT’s Checkmate: Atari Style
The Atari 2600, powered by a MOS Technology 6507 processor at 1.19 MHz, is a relic of computing history. Its chess engine only considers one or two moves ahead. According to Caruso, ChatGPT initially struggled, even mistaking the chess pieces. Despite efforts to simplify the game, ChatGPT continued to make critical errors.
“ChatGPT made enough blunders to get laughed out of a 3rd grade chess club,” Caruso noted in his LinkedIn post.
Despite promises of improvement, ChatGPT could not overcome the Atari Chess “beginner” level opponent and ultimately conceded the match. The incident serves as a reminder that even the most advanced AI can have its limitations.
AI’s Ups and Downs
The capabilities of AI can be unpredictable. While AI has demonstrated remarkable abilities, it can also be surprisingly inadequate. This story falls into the latter category, highlighting the complexities of artificial intelligence and its current limitations.
Source: Tom’s Hardware
Tags: ChatGPT, Atari, Artificial Intelligence, Chess