Best Models for OpenCode (2026): Tested & Ranked
Which model should you run in OpenCode? Claude Sonnet 4.6 for daily coding, GPT-5.4 Codex for big refactors, MiniMax M2.5 for budget, Gemma 4 for local. Ranked.
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