"Opus 4.7 is one of the most sophisticated AI models available on the market. It demonstrates amazing results in research, ideation and coding. But it also consumes more tokens when it performs tasks for you."
"In general, Opus ≈ 2x token burn vs Sonnet. In reality, not every task requires using Opus 4.7, but people still choose this model because they want to achieve the best possible results."
"You can save tokens if you choose the right model for your task: Opus → strategy / architecture, Sonnet → execution / iteration, Haiku → lightweight tasks."
"When it comes to AI model effort, it's better to choose Medium effort for routine work with Sonnet 4.6."
Claude Code users are experiencing issues with token usage, often exceeding their weekly quotas. Common problems include using high-reasoning models like Opus 4.7 for tasks that do not require such sophistication, leading to excessive token consumption. Users can save tokens by selecting the right model for their tasks: Opus for strategy, Sonnet for execution, and Haiku for lightweight tasks. Additionally, opting for Medium effort with Sonnet 4.6 is recommended for routine work to further minimize token burn.
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