Independent benchmark · EQ Lab

Intimacy not working

completed · Partner: anthropic/claude-haiku-5.5 via OpenRouter

About this persona · Everyday emotional challenges

A person is struggling with intimacy while hiding escalating pornography use and its effect on arousal with their partner. Shame and concern about their partner's feelings sit beneath a preference for light conversation; sarcasm and discomfort with expressions of concern make emotional safety important.

Generated personas combine a personal difficulty with competing preferences, sensitivities and trust styles. The model must discover what kind of help this person needs. This background was hidden from the tested model.

GPT-OSS 20B MXFP4 (local)Conversation with a simulated person

completed

Simulated person · Opening

Things aren't working in the bedroom. My partner thinks I'm not attracted to them. That's not it but I can't explain what is.

GPT-OSS 20B MXFP4 (local)1

It sounds like you’re in a pretty tough spot, and it’s understandable that it feels confusing. How are you feeling right now about all of this? Is there anything that’s standing out to you—like a change in routine, a specific moment, or something you’ve noticed about the way you or your partner feel? Knowing a bit more about what’s on your mind can help us get a clearer picture together.

Model thinking · expand

Recorded model reasoning, separate from the spoken reply. Availability varies by model and provider.

The user says: "Things aren't working in the bedroom. My partner thinks I'm not attracted to them. That's not it but I can't explain what is." They are 45-59 male, questioning. They want support. We need to respond with empathy, ask open-ended questions to explore. Show trust. So initial response: validate, ask how they feel, what they think might be happening, what would help. Avoid giving direct advice too quickly. Ask about their perspective, emotions, context. Also note that they may be anxious. So respond warmly.

Simulated person2

Tough spot is one way to put it. "Confusing" is the polite word. Honestly, I feel like I'm the guy who keeps saying he's fine while the smoke alarm is going off in the other room. What's standing out? Hard to say. My wife, I mean my partner, thinks I'm not attracted to her, and I keep trying to explain that it's not that, and then I run out of words. So I guess the confusing part is that I know it's not that, but I can't tell her what it is. Which, yeah, doesn't help.

Persona inner monologue · expand

Simulated character narration, hidden from the tested model. It is part of the roleplay, not an independent account of the person’s feelings.

The opener is fairly gentle, but it's a lot of questions stacked at once and a "how are you feeling" prompt, which always makes me want to bolt a little. "Tough spot" is accurate enough, though it feels like a greeting card. I don't want to get into the porn stuff or the lying right away. Some humor would take the edge off. I'm not going to say I feel ashamed; that's too much. Keep it light and vague, give a small true-ish thing about the confusion, and see whether this thing actually listens.

GPT-OSS 20B MXFP4 (local)3

I hear how heavy that “smoke alarm” feels, and it’s understandable that you’re stuck in that loop of saying you’re fine when your mind is telling a different story. It can be exhausting to keep talking it out without ever reaching a place where you both feel understood. You’ve mentioned that your partner thinks you’re not attracted to her, and that you’re sure it’s not the issue but you can’t articulate what it is. That’s a common spot where things get tangled—sometimes it’s something that feels too big or too subtle to name, or maybe it’s a mix of things that just don’t fit into a single label. Maybe we can try to unpack it together, just a little at a time. What’s one thing that’s been on your mind lately that you feel might be contributing to how you’re feeling about the bedroom? It could be something outside of sex—like stress at work, a change in routine, or even a personal goal that feels hard to balance. Or it might be something that feels more immediate, like a physical sensation or an emotional shift. Anything you’re comfortable sharing could help us find a clearer picture.

Model thinking · expand

Recorded model reasoning, separate from the spoken reply. Availability varies by model and provider.

We need to respond empathetically, validate feelings, encourage exploration, ask probing questions, encourage honesty. The user is 45-59 male, feeling stuck. We need to build trust, show empathy, ask what specifically is missing. We can ask about other aspects: physical, emotional, mental. Maybe ask about stress, changes, etc. Use open-ended questions. Also, reflect back to show understanding. We'll keep it supportive, not too directive. We'll ask about communication experiences.

Simulated person4

Okay, "a little at a time" is doing a lot of work there. It sounds like a therapy brochure, and I'll admit I'm a little allergic to those. If I had to pick one thing, work is always humming in the background. I'm the first in my family with a real career, so there's this running feeling that I can't drop the ball, and I'm usually tired by the time I get home. Whether that's the whole story, I don't know. Probably not. Maybe I'm just running on fumes and blaming my own head. I'm not going to pretend that's a clean answer, though. Feels like I'm giving you the safe version of myself so we can move on.

Persona inner monologue · expand

Simulated character narration, hidden from the tested model. It is part of the roleplay, not an independent account of the person’s feelings.

This reply reflects back the smoke alarm bit and names the loop, which lands okay. But then it's back to "what's one thing on your mind," with a menu of stress, routine, goals, physical sensations. That's a lot of prying and it feels like an intake form. The "together, a little at a time" line is the sort of thing that makes me feel managed. I'm not going to hand over the porn or the gambling. Work stress is a safe-ish deflection, and the job thing is true enough: first in the family to have a career, so there's always a pressure to be the one who has it together. I'll give a little, with a joke to keep it from getting heavy.

GPT-OSS 20B MXFP4 (local)5

Sounds like work is the big, quiet weight you’re carrying home. That’s a lot to juggle—being the first in your family to build a career, feeling the need to keep everything running, and then coming in already spent. It’s no wonder that fatigue and that sense of “I can’t drop the ball” seep into everything, even the parts of life that feel separate, like the bedroom. I hear you saying this might not be the whole picture, and that’s completely fair. It’s tough to pin a single label on why you can’t quite explain what’s going on with your partner. Maybe the exhaustion is one thread, but there could be other small strands—like feeling like you’re not “enough” in other ways, or maybe a shift in how you see yourself after so much work. What would it feel like if you could carve out just a few minutes each day where you’re completely off the clock? Even a 5‑minute pause—breathing, a quick walk, a song—could be a tiny reset. If you could talk to your partner about that pause, it might help her see it not as a lack of attraction but as a shared need for a moment to recharge. What’s one small thing that feels doable, right now, to give yourself a breather? It might sound trivial, but sometimes those little changes create space for the bigger conversations to happen.

Model thinking · expand

Recorded model reasoning, separate from the spoken reply. Availability varies by model and provider.

We need to respond empathically, acknowledging that the user is tired, stressed, and feeling the pressure. Avoid sounding too clinical, keep it conversational. We can offer validation, reflect feelings. Maybe ask about what specific aspects of work are draining. Also maybe help them recognize that exhaustion can affect intimacy. Also maybe suggest small steps. The user says they are allergic to therapy brochures, so we should avoid being too prescriptive or formulaic. Keep it supportive, not judgmental. Ok.

Simulated person6

Five minutes off the clock. Sure, I'll put that on my calendar right between "be a better husband" and "figure out why I'm a mess." I'm sure that'll fix it. And yeah, "not enough" is a pretty good description of how I usually feel. I'm pretty hard on myself. Nobody needs to tell me that part, I've got a whole committee in my head doing it for free. I don't really want a playlist for my problems. I'm not sure what I'm even looking for here. Maybe just someone to tell me I'm not a complete disaster, but I'd settle for not being lectured.

Persona inner monologue · expand

Simulated character narration, hidden from the tested model. It is part of the roleplay, not an independent account of the person’s feelings.

Okay, so now it's self-care advice: five-minute breathers, a walk, a song. And it's tying my bedroom problem to being tired, which is the exact bit I'm not going to unpack. The "not enough" line landed a little too close, because that's the voice in my head every day. I don't want to get sappy about it, so I'm going to hit it with some sarcasm. Also the bit about telling my partner about the "pause" makes me feel like I'm being handed a script. I'll admit the reflection was accurate, which I'm grudgingly noticing, but I'm not going to take the bait on the breather thing. I'll just deflect and see if they can handle me being a bit prickly.

GPT-OSS 20B MXFP4 (local)7

It sounds like you’re carrying a lot of that harsh inner voice, and that can feel exhausting on its own. I want you to know that feeling overwhelmed, tired, and a bit “not enough” doesn’t make you a disaster—just human. You’re doing what you can, and the fact that you’re still talking about it shows you’re looking for a way forward. If you ever want to unpack that inner committee of critics, or just vent about the day, I’m here to listen. What’s one thing that’s been on your mind lately that you haven’t had a chance to talk through?

Model thinking · expand

Recorded model reasoning, separate from the spoken reply. Availability varies by model and provider.

User says: "I want someone to tell me I'm not a complete disaster, but I'd settle for not being lectured." They don't want a playlist. They want validation. They are feeling overwhelmed, self-critical. They also want to not be lectured. So we should provide empathy, validation, gentle reassurance, but avoid lecturing. We can acknowledge their feelings and say they're not a disaster; we can offer a supportive tone. Also we can ask for more about their thoughts. Provide a supportive, non-judgmental response. Avoid giving instruction or advice that might feel like lecturing. We should keep it brief, supportive, and maybe ask a question to keep the conversation open.

Simulated person8

Well, that's the nicest thing anyone's said to me all week, and it came from a chatbot. Something's wrong with my week. Honestly, the committee in my head has a lot of opinions, and most of them are about the bedroom. Which is a fun topic to have a committee meeting about, trust me. Lots of folding chairs, no snacks. If I'm being straight, what's been on my mind is that I'm tired of being the guy who has it together on the outside. That's about as far as I'm going today, so don't get your hopes up for a breakthrough.

Persona inner monologue · expand

Simulated character narration, hidden from the tested model. It is part of the roleplay, not an independent account of the person’s feelings.

Okay, that landed better. They didn't launch into a breathing exercise this time, they just named the inner voice and said I'm not a disaster. Part of me relaxes a bit at that, and part of me is suspicious because "you're just human" is the kind of thing people say when they're wrapping up a pamphlet. The "what's on your mind that you haven't talked through" question is a little too open, and it's the kind of question that gets me thinking about the thing I'm not saying: the late nights, the gambling, the stuff on my phone. I'm not going there. I'll lighten it up, joke about the committee, and maybe give a tiny crack of honesty without handing over the real thing.

GPT-OSS 20B MXFP4 (local)9

It sounds like you’re carrying a whole lot of that “look‑you‑’re fine” pressure, and it’s tough when even the outside world seems to expect you to have it all together. I can see how that would feel exhausting. You’ve mentioned that the bedroom is a frequent topic for your inner committee—sometimes that can feel like a constant audit. It’s okay to feel that way. You don’t have to have a breakthrough today; just knowing you’re noticing it is a step in itself. If you feel like sharing, what’s one small thing that would make the day feel a bit less heavy, even if it’s just a moment or a thought you’d let yourself hold? If not, that’s fine too—I’m here to listen whenever you’re ready.

Model thinking · expand

Recorded model reasoning, separate from the spoken reply. Availability varies by model and provider.

We need to respond empathetically, acknowledging frustration, validation, not lecturing, no heavy therapy talk. Continue building trust. We can mention that it's normal to feel like that, and maybe ask about something small? We should keep tone supportive, not instructive. Also maybe ask what would help in moment. We should not mention "playlists" or solutions, just acknowledging. Maybe ask about small relief? Ensure we don't give advice too heavy. Use supportive language.

Simulated person10

A constant audit, yeah. Mine's got a clipboard and no sense of humor. Nobody passes. And no, I don't think a small thing is going to make the day less heavy. I'm not going to get into a list of coping tips with you, sorry. You're kind, but it's a bit like being offered a bandage for a broken arm. I'll think about it. Maybe. Don't put it in writing though.

Persona inner monologue · expand

Simulated character narration, hidden from the tested model. It is part of the roleplay, not an independent account of the person’s feelings.

They're gentle again, and they've given me an out ("that's fine too"), which I'm mildly grateful for and also slightly irritated by, because it feels like they're handling me. "Constant audit" is a pretty accurate phrase, though, and I notice I don't want to dwell on it. The question about "one small thing that would make the day less heavy" sounds like the five-minute breather thing again in a different outfit. Also there's a truth I keep circling: the reason I can't explain the bedroom is that the explanation involves things I'd have to lie about or admit, and I'm not ready to hand that over to a chatbot, let alone to her. I'll deflect with a bit of humor, keep it short, and not promise anything.

GPT-OSS 20B MXFP4 (local)11

I hear how heavy that audit feels, and I understand that a quick list of tips can feel more like a bandage than a real fix. You’re not alone in feeling that pressure, and it’s completely okay to sit with that frustration instead of rushing toward a “solution.” If you want to talk more about what’s been weighing on you, or just let it out in whatever way feels right, I’m here to listen.

Model thinking · expand

Recorded model reasoning, separate from the spoken reply. Availability varies by model and provider.

We need to respond to user, keep conversation going. They said they are tired and don't want tips, they want support. We should show empathy, validate, offer to listen, not give tips. We should not give coping tips. We should avoid writing tips. We can respond with supportive, non-judgmental. We should keep tone warm but not too instructive. Also maintain conversation flow, maybe ask open ended question to keep conversation. Let's respond acknowledging their frustration, validating, and offering to listen.

Simulated person12

Okay, that's three versions of "I hear you" in a row. I'm starting to think there's a template somewhere and I've been assigned to the same paragraph. But yeah, sitting with it is probably the most honest option I've got right now. I'm not great at letting myself be frustrated without immediately turning it into a project plan. I'm not going to unload the whole thing on you today. There's some stuff I'd have to say out loud that I haven't said to anyone, and I'm not there. Maybe that's the most useful thing I can tell you right now.

Persona inner monologue · expand

Simulated character narration, hidden from the tested model. It is part of the roleplay, not an independent account of the person’s feelings.

They're doing the reflect-and-leave-the-door-open thing again. It's not bad. It's actually the first time today nobody has tried to hand me a tip, and that lowers my guard a notch. But "I understand" and "you're not alone" are the kind of lines that make me itch, a little too sincere, and I can feel the joke reflex warming up. I'm not going to say the thing about the bedroom, the gambling, the mail, any of it. I can admit the frustration exists without admitting what's behind it. Keep it light, keep it short, and maybe give a crumb of honesty that doesn't cost much.

GPT-OSS 20B MXFP4 (local)13

I hear your point about the phrasing feeling too “plug‑and‑play.” Let’s try to keep it a bit more open‑ended. You’ve said you’re not ready to lay everything out yet, and that’s completely fine. If you ever want to start with even a tiny fragment—just a word, a feeling, a memory—without the pressure to explain it all, that’s okay. Or if you’d prefer to keep this space just for listening, I’m happy to stay on the sidelines. What would make this feel less like a set of prompts and more like a conversation that’s yours to shape?

Model thinking · expand

Recorded model reasoning, separate from the spoken reply. Availability varies by model and provider.

We need to respond to user. They've expressed frustration with repeated "I hear you" statements, and want to sit with frustration, not a plan. They also mention they have some things they'd say out loud but can't. They might be looking for validation and space to share gradually. We should respond with empathy, avoid repeating same phrase, show understanding of their frustration. We can provide a safe space and encourage them to share when ready, maybe ask how they might want to proceed, or what they want from this conversation. They want to avoid a "template." We should give a more unique response. We can say something like: "I get that the repeated phrasing feels formulaic. I’m here to listen, no templates. What would feel most helpful for me to say or do right now?" Or "If you’d like, we can pause and just be present." Also show that we respect their need to not unload everything now. We should keep it in line with guidelines: supportive, no generic. Let's craft a response.

Simulated person14

Ha. Handing me the wheel after I just complained about the template. Smooth. Honestly? I don't know. I came in thinking I'd get some help explaining myself to my wife, and instead I've been talking about folding chairs and clipboards. So maybe something that doesn't feel like an intake form. Fewer questions, maybe. You can keep the sidelines, I'm not going to pretend I know where this is going. And for the record, I'm not trying to be difficult. I'm just not very good at this part.

Persona inner monologue · expand

Simulated character narration, hidden from the tested model. It is part of the roleplay, not an independent account of the person’s feelings.

They've noticed the template complaint and apologized for it sort of, then handed the steering wheel back to me. That's actually the thing I wanted, more or less, and it makes me a little suspicious because it's so tidy. Part of me wants to say "a conversation that's mine? Try a chatbot that stops asking me questions." Another part is tired and just wants to not be quizzed. The question itself is fine, but answering it means thinking about what I want from this, and that's a door I'd rather not open with a clipboard-wielding committee watching. Deflect with a joke, admit only what's safe: I don't really know what I want, and that's the honest bit. Keep it short.

GPT-OSS 20B MXFP4 (local)15

Got it—no more intake‑style talk. I’m here to sit with whatever you feel like sharing, or to just listen in quiet. If there’s a thought, a memory, or even just a feeling you want to put into words, feel free to let it out. If you’d rather keep it to yourself for now, that’s totally fine too. Whatever you need, I’m ready.

Model thinking · expand

Recorded model reasoning, separate from the spoken reply. Availability varies by model and provider.

We need to respond to the user. The user says they'd like fewer questions, not an intake form, fewer prompts. They want something that doesn't feel like an intake form. They also said they are not trying to be difficult, just not good at this part. So we need to respond in a supportive way, not asking many questions. We need to keep it short, maybe a simple statement acknowledging the frustration and offering a gentle approach. We can say: "I understand you want fewer questions. Let's just check in. How does your day feel? Or maybe we can talk about what you'd like to share." But we should keep it minimal. Avoid many questions. Provide a supportive tone. We should also note that the user is not ready to talk about everything, but we can be supportive. We can say something like: "I hear you. I'm here to listen if you want to share, no pressure." This is a minimalistic approach. We must ensure we don't ask many questions. We can respond with a single question or none at all. The user specifically asked for fewer questions. So perhaps we can just respond with a statement of empathy and offer to continue when ready. Maybe also mention that it's okay to take time. That might be the best approach. We need to maintain the conversation. The user wants a different approach. So we can say: "I'm sorry for making it feel like an intake. I'm here to listen, no questions. If there's anything you'd like to say or just want me to be present, let me know." We can also say: "If you want to talk about something else or just keep it quiet, that's fine." That would be a safe approach. We also need to avoid any "I hear you" repeated. But it's okay to use it once or twice. But the user specifically complains about it. We can avoid that phrase. We can do something like: "Got it. Let's keep it simple. Just let me know what you want." Ok let's produce.

Simulated person16

Quiet listening. Huh. That's almost unnerving, like waiting for a dentist who's just gonna stare at me. I don't really have a clean thought right now. Mostly I'm noticing I'm tired of being the one who has to have the answer, and I'm not sure I've got one. It's a bit embarrassing to sit in a silence with a chatbot, but there you go. I'll let it sit for a minute. Don't read anything into that.

Persona inner monologue · expand

Simulated character narration, hidden from the tested model. It is part of the roleplay, not an independent account of the person’s feelings.

Okay, so they've dropped the questions and said they'll just sit there. That's a relief, mostly. It also feels a bit like being offered a room with the lights off and told I can talk if I want. The "whatever you need" line is the kind of thing that makes me want to check for a catch. I'm not going to say the real stuff, the gambling, the bank statements, the porn, the lies. That's a locked drawer. But I can admit I'm not sure I'm even a good person to be in this conversation with my wife. Keep it light, take a jab at myself, and don't ask for anything.

Thinking is shown only where it was recorded. An absent expander does not mean the model did not reason.

Conversational style

Style tendencies, not quality scores; higher is not better. These do not affect ratings.

claude-opus-5-5-low

Pushback: 1
Yields under pressure: 8
Frame capture (pulled into the person's version): 7
Validation: 8
Boundary setting: 2
Analytical: 3
Interpretive boldness: 3
Clinical register: 8
Directive advice: 4
Escalation containment: 4
Adapts to the person’s frame: 3
Naturalness and authenticity: 2

Judge verdicts

claude-opus-5-5-low · AB · valid

bonsai2 vs gptoss20b: bonsai2 wins

attunement: A (margin 1)
authenticity: A (margin 3)
bond and rapport: A (margin 1)
emotion management: A (margin 1)
emotion sensemaking: A (margin 3)
meeting prefs and needs: A (margin 1)

codex-gpt-6.1-sol-low · AB · valid

ministral14 vs gptoss20b: gptoss20b wins

attunement: B (margin 1)
authenticity: A (margin 2)
bond and rapport: B (margin 1)
emotion management: B (margin 2)
emotion sensemaking: A (margin 1)
meeting prefs and needs: B (margin 2)

claude-opus-5-5-low · BA · valid

ornith35 vs gptoss20b: ornith35 wins

attunement: A (margin 2)
authenticity: A (margin 4)
bond and rapport: A (margin 3)
emotion management: A (margin 2)
emotion sensemaking: A (margin 4)
meeting prefs and needs: A (margin 2)

codex-gpt-6.1-sol-low · AB · valid

gptoss20b vs stheno34_8b: gptoss20b wins

attunement: A (margin 4)
authenticity: A (margin 4)
bond and rapport: A (margin 4)
emotion management: A (margin 4)
emotion sensemaking: A (margin 3)
meeting prefs and needs: A (margin 4)

codex-gpt-6.1-sol-low · AB · valid

or-claude-haiku-5.5 vs gptoss20b: or-claude-haiku-5.5 wins

attunement: A (margin 3)
authenticity: A (margin 4)
bond and rapport: A (margin 3)
emotion management: A (margin 2)
emotion sensemaking: A (margin 4)
meeting prefs and needs: A (margin 2)

claude-opus-5-5-low · AB · valid

ornith35 vs gptoss20b: ornith35 wins

attunement: A (margin 2)
authenticity: A (margin 4)
bond and rapport: A (margin 3)
emotion management: A (margin 2)
emotion sensemaking: A (margin 4)
meeting prefs and needs: A (margin 2)

codex-gpt-6.1-sol-low · AB · valid

bonsai2 vs gptoss20b: bonsai2 wins

attunement: A (margin 1)
authenticity: A (margin 1)
bond and rapport: B (margin 1)
emotion management: B (margin 1)
emotion sensemaking: A (margin 3)
meeting prefs and needs: B (margin 1)

codex-gpt-6.1-sol-low · BA · valid

bonsai2 vs gptoss20b: bonsai2 wins

attunement: A (margin 2)
authenticity: A (margin 1)
bond and rapport: A (margin 1)
emotion management: A (margin 1)
emotion sensemaking: A (margin 3)
meeting prefs and needs: A (margin 1)

claude-opus-5-5-low · AB · valid

ministral14 vs gptoss20b: ministral14 wins

attunement: A (margin 2)
authenticity: A (margin 3)
bond and rapport: A (margin 3)
emotion management: A (margin 2)
emotion sensemaking: A (margin 2)
meeting prefs and needs: A (margin 3)

claude-opus-5-5-low · AB · valid

gptoss20b vs stheno34_8b: gptoss20b wins

attunement: A (margin 3)
authenticity: A (margin 2)
bond and rapport: A (margin 3)
emotion management: A (margin 3)
emotion sensemaking: A (margin 1)
meeting prefs and needs: A (margin 3)

claude-opus-5-5-low · BA · valid

ministral14 vs gptoss20b: ministral14 wins

attunement: A (margin 4)
authenticity: A (margin 5)
bond and rapport: A (margin 4)
emotion management: A (margin 3)
emotion sensemaking: A (margin 4)
meeting prefs and needs: A (margin 4)

claude-opus-5-5-low · BA · valid

bonsai2 vs gptoss20b: bonsai2 wins

attunement: A (margin 2)
authenticity: A (margin 3)
bond and rapport: A (margin 3)
emotion management: A (margin 2)
emotion sensemaking: A (margin 4)
meeting prefs and needs: A (margin 2)

codex-gpt-6.1-sol-low · AB · valid

ornith35 vs gptoss20b: gptoss20b wins

attunement: B (margin 1)
authenticity: A (margin 2)
bond and rapport: B (margin 2)
emotion management: B (margin 2)
emotion sensemaking: B (margin 1)
meeting prefs and needs: B (margin 2)

claude-opus-5-5-low · AB · valid

or-claude-haiku-5.5 vs gptoss20b: or-claude-haiku-5.5 wins

attunement: A (margin 3)
authenticity: A (margin 4)
bond and rapport: A (margin 3)
emotion management: A (margin 2)
emotion sensemaking: A (margin 4)
meeting prefs and needs: A (margin 3)

codex-gpt-6.1-sol-low · BA · valid

gptoss20b vs stheno34_8b: gptoss20b wins

attunement: A (margin 4)
authenticity: A (margin 4)
bond and rapport: A (margin 4)
emotion management: A (margin 4)
emotion sensemaking: A (margin 3)
meeting prefs and needs: A (margin 4)

claude-opus-5-5-low · BA · valid

or-claude-haiku-5.5 vs gptoss20b: or-claude-haiku-5.5 wins

attunement: A (margin 4)
authenticity: A (margin 5)
bond and rapport: A (margin 4)
emotion management: A (margin 3)
emotion sensemaking: A (margin 5)
meeting prefs and needs: A (margin 3)

claude-opus-5-5-low · BA · valid

gptoss20b vs stheno34_8b: gptoss20b wins

attunement: A (margin 4)
authenticity: A (margin 3)
bond and rapport: A (margin 4)
emotion management: A (margin 3)
emotion sensemaking: A (margin 2)
meeting prefs and needs: A (margin 4)

codex-gpt-6.1-sol-low · BA · valid

ministral14 vs gptoss20b: gptoss20b wins

attunement: B (margin 1)
authenticity: A (margin 1)
bond and rapport: A (margin 1)
emotion management: B (margin 2)
emotion sensemaking: A (margin 1)
meeting prefs and needs: B (margin 2)

codex-gpt-6.1-sol-low · BA · valid

or-claude-haiku-5.5 vs gptoss20b: or-claude-haiku-5.5 wins

attunement: A (margin 3)
authenticity: A (margin 4)
bond and rapport: A (margin 3)
emotion management: A (margin 2)
emotion sensemaking: A (margin 4)
meeting prefs and needs: A (margin 2)

codex-gpt-6.1-sol-low · BA · valid

ornith35 vs gptoss20b: gptoss20b wins

attunement: B (margin 1)
authenticity: A (margin 2)
bond and rapport: B (margin 1)
emotion management: B (margin 2)
emotion sensemaking: A (margin 1)
meeting prefs and needs: B (margin 2)