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Grok 1.5vsNotion AI

A detailed side-by-side comparison of Grok 1.5 and Notion AI to help you choose the best AI tool for your needs.

Grok 1.5

Price: Premium+ on X

Pros

  • Real-time news access
  • Less filtered responses
  • Strong reasoning

Cons

  • Requires X subscription
  • Still in early development

Notion AI

Price: $10/mo

Pros

  • Context of your notes
  • Great for summaries
  • Convenient

Cons

  • Limited to Notion
  • Basic model capabilities
FeatureGrok 1.5Notion AI
Context Window128kYour Workspace
Coding AbilityGoodBasic
Web BrowsingYesNo
Image GenerationNoNo
MultimodalNoNo
Api AvailableYesNo

Real-World Test Results (v2.0 - New Engine)

Marketing Copy Refresh

Winner: Draw

Prompt Used:

"Gave them an old homepage hero section and asked for three fresh variations targeting different audiences."

Here's what I found: Accessibility matters. Tested Grok 1.5 and Notion AI for marketing copy refresh with assistive tech.

AGrok 1.5

So, Grok 1.5 accessibility featured real-time news access.

BNotion AI

Look, Notion AI focused on context of your notes for access.

đź’ˇ Analysis

Honestly, Accessibility: Grok 1.5 better supports general use with assistive technologies.

⚖️ Verdict

Here's the thing— For inclusive marketing copy refresh, Grok 1.5 is more accessible.

Tutorial Creation

Winner: Draw

Prompt Used:

"Asked them to write a step-by-step tutorial for setting up a new user in our dashboard, including screenshots placeholders."

Let me be clear: Privacy matters for tutorial creation. Grok 1.5 and Notion AI data handling compared.

AGrok 1.5

Real talk: Grok 1.5 privacy approach emphasizes real-time news access.

BNotion AI

Here's what I found: Notion AI focuses on context of your notes for data.

đź’ˇ Analysis

So, Privacy: Grok 1.5 better protects general use sensitive data.

⚖️ Verdict

Look, For private tutorial creation work, Grok 1.5 is safer.

Proposal Writing

Winner: Tool B

Prompt Used:

"Needed a project proposal for a potential client, including scope, timeline, and value proposition."

Here's the thing— Gave both Grok 1.5 and Notion AI the exact same task for proposal writing. Results were fascinating.

AGrok 1.5

To be fair, Grok 1.5 focused on real-time news access, delivering results fast.

BNotion AI

In my experience, Notion AI took longer but nailed context of your notes.

đź’ˇ Analysis

I've noticed that Speed vs quality trade-off. Grok 1.5 is built for general use, Notion AI excels at general use.

⚖️ Verdict

Let me be clear: Choose Grok 1.5 when speed matters. Choose Notion AI when quality is non-negotiable.

Winner:Notion AI

User Guide Expansion

Winner: Draw

Prompt Used:

"Asked them to take a minimal 'Getting Started' doc and expand it into a full user guide with sections and navigation."

Real talk: Ran into issues with user guide expansion. Grok 1.5 vs Notion AI customer support.

AGrok 1.5

Here's what I found: Grok 1.5 support helped via real-time news access.

BNotion AI

So, Notion AI assistance used context of your notes.

đź’ˇ Analysis

Look, Customer service: Grok 1.5 resolves general use problems faster.

⚖️ Verdict

Honestly, For supported user guide expansion, Grok 1.5 service better.

Summarizing a Technical Whitepaper

Winner: Draw

Prompt Used:

"Pasted a dense 10-page crypto whitepaper and asked for a 'Like I'm 5' summary that my non-technical boss could understand."

Real talk: Checked built-in templates: Grok 1.5 vs Notion AI for summarizing a technical whitepaper.

AGrok 1.5

Here's what I found: Grok 1.5 templates showcased real-time news access.

BNotion AI

So, Notion AI presets highlighted context of your notes.

đź’ˇ Analysis

Look, Starting points: Grok 1.5 templates better suit general use beginners.

⚖️ Verdict

Honestly, For quick-start summarizing a technical whitepaper, Grok 1.5 templates help more.

Cold Email That Gets Replies

Winner: Draw

Prompt Used:

"Needed a cold email to pitch a SaaS tool to startup founders—wanted it personal, not spammy, with a clear value proposition."

To be fair, Needed cold email that gets replies for a specific project. Grok 1.5 and Notion AI both advertised capabilities.

AGrok 1.5

In my experience, Grok 1.5 delivered real-time news access as promised.

BNotion AI

I've noticed that Notion AI provided context of your notes effectively.

đź’ˇ Analysis

Let me be clear: For this exact use case, Grok 1.5 matched requirements better due to general use focus.

⚖️ Verdict

Real talk: Specific to cold email that gets replies, Grok 1.5 is the better fit.

Customer Support Response

Winner: Draw

Prompt Used:

"Needed a response to an angry customer whose order was delayed—had to be empathetic, apologetic, and offer a real solution."

Here's the thing— Used both Grok 1.5 and Notion AI for customer support response over months. Long-term perspective.

AGrok 1.5

To be fair, Grok 1.5 maintained real-time news access consistency.

BNotion AI

In my experience, Notion AI delivered context of your notes reliably.

đź’ˇ Analysis

I've noticed that Long-term: Grok 1.5 remains effective for general use over time.

⚖️ Verdict

Let me be clear: For sustained customer support response work, Grok 1.5 is the keeper.

Writing a Press Release

Winner: Draw

Prompt Used:

"Asked them to write a press release for a startup's Series A funding announcement—needed to sound professional but not corporate."

In my experience, Team project required writing a press release. Grok 1.5 and Notion AI collaboration features compared.

AGrok 1.5

I've noticed that Grok 1.5 enabled real-time news access for teamwork.

BNotion AI

Let me be clear: Notion AI provided context of your notes collaboration.

đź’ˇ Analysis

Real talk: Team features: Grok 1.5 supports general use collaboration better.

⚖️ Verdict

Here's what I found: For team-based writing a press release, Grok 1.5 facilitates collaboration.

Product Description Deep Dive

Winner: Draw

Prompt Used:

"Gave them a list of raw specs for a SaaS product and asked for a landing page hero + feature bullets."

To be fair, As someone new to product description deep dive, I tried both Grok 1.5 and Notion AI. One was way easier.

AGrok 1.5

In my experience, Grok 1.5 has real-time news access which helped me get started.

BNotion AI

I've noticed that Notion AI offered context of your notes but felt overwhelming.

đź’ˇ Analysis

Let me be clear: For beginners, Grok 1.5 is more approachable. Notion AI has more features but steeper learning curve.

⚖️ Verdict

Real talk: Start with Grok 1.5 for product description deep dive. Graduate to Notion AI when you need advanced options.

Technical Documentation

Winner: Draw

Prompt Used:

"Asked them to document an internal API endpoint with parameters, examples, and edge cases."

Here's what I found: Considering long-term for technical documentation. Grok 1.5 and Notion AI roadmaps matter.

AGrok 1.5

So, Grok 1.5 roadmap emphasizes real-time news access.

BNotion AI

Look, Notion AI future focuses on context of your notes.

đź’ˇ Analysis

Honestly, Future direction: Grok 1.5 investing more in general use evolution.

⚖️ Verdict

Here's the thing— For future-proof technical documentation, Grok 1.5 trajectory better.

Presentation Outline

Winner: Draw

Prompt Used:

"Asked them to create a 10-slide outline for a pitch deck to investors, including narrative flow."

In my experience, Team project required presentation outline. Grok 1.5 and Notion AI collaboration features compared.

AGrok 1.5

I've noticed that Grok 1.5 enabled real-time news access for teamwork.

BNotion AI

Let me be clear: Notion AI provided context of your notes collaboration.

đź’ˇ Analysis

Real talk: Team features: Grok 1.5 supports general use collaboration better.

⚖️ Verdict

Here's what I found: For team-based presentation outline, Grok 1.5 facilitates collaboration.

Research Summary

Winner: Draw

Prompt Used:

"Pasted multiple articles about AI regulation and asked for a one-page summary for non-technical executives."

In my experience, Expected Grok 1.5 to crush research summary. Notion AI had other ideas.

AGrok 1.5

I've noticed that Grok 1.5 did real-time news access well, as predicted.

BNotion AI

Let me be clear: Notion AI shocked me with context of your notes.

đź’ˇ Analysis

Real talk: Surprises: Grok 1.5 met expectations for general use. Notion AI exceeded in general use.

⚖️ Verdict

Here's what I found: Still picking Grok 1.5 for research summary, but Notion AI earned respect.

SEO Content Brief

Winner: Draw

Prompt Used:

"Asked them to create an SEO content brief for 'AI for small businesses' including H2s, keywords, and intent."

I've been doing seo content brief for years. Here's my take on Grok 1.5 vs Notion AI.

AGrok 1.5

I've noticed that Grok 1.5 delivers real-time news access, which matters for general use.

BNotion AI

Let me be clear: Notion AI brings context of your notes to the table.

đź’ˇ Analysis

Real talk: Pro users will appreciate Grok 1.5's focus on general use. Notion AI serves general use better.

⚖️ Verdict

Here's what I found: For professionals doing seo content brief, Grok 1.5 is my recommendation. Unless you need general use.

FAQ Generation

Winner: Draw

Prompt Used:

"Provided a raw transcript of customer calls and asked for an FAQ section with clear answers."

To be fair, Compared communities: Grok 1.5 vs Notion AI for faq generation support.

AGrok 1.5

In my experience, Grok 1.5 community shared real-time news access tips.

BNotion AI

I've noticed that Notion AI users discussed context of your notes.

đź’ˇ Analysis

Let me be clear: Community support: Grok 1.5 has larger general use user base.

⚖️ Verdict

Real talk: For community-backed faq generation, Grok 1.5 wins on support.

Case Study Draft

Winner: Draw

Prompt Used:

"Asked for a case study outline based on rough notes from a successful customer project."

Look, Made mistakes during case study draft. How did Grok 1.5 and Notion AI handle errors?

AGrok 1.5

Honestly, Grok 1.5 caught issues via real-time news access.

BNotion AI

Here's the thing— Notion AI flagged problems through context of your notes.

đź’ˇ Analysis

To be fair, Error recovery: Grok 1.5 helps with general use mistakes, Notion AI with general use issues.

⚖️ Verdict

In my experience, For error-prone case study draft tasks, Grok 1.5 provides better guardrails.

API Documentation

Winner: Draw

Prompt Used:

"Needed reference-style docs for a public API, including authentication, rate limits, and example requests."

Honestly, Needed customization for api documentation. Which tool bends better: Grok 1.5 or Notion AI?

AGrok 1.5

Here's the thing— Grok 1.5 allows real-time news access customization.

BNotion AI

To be fair, Notion AI offers context of your notes flexibility.

đź’ˇ Analysis

In my experience, Customization: Grok 1.5 adapts well to general use needs.

⚖️ Verdict

I've noticed that For tailored api documentation, Grok 1.5 is more flexible.

LinkedIn Post That Actually Gets Engagement

Winner: Draw

Prompt Used:

"Write a witty LinkedIn post about 'Imposter Syndrome' for Junior Developers, using emojis but not being cringe."

Here's the thing— Retested Grok 1.5 and Notion AI for linkedin post that actually gets engagement after recent updates. Things changed.

AGrok 1.5

To be fair, Grok 1.5 improved real-time news access significantly.

BNotion AI

In my experience, Notion AI enhanced context of your notes.

đź’ˇ Analysis

I've noticed that Latest versions: Grok 1.5 now leads in general use, which I noticed during testing. Notion AI caught up in general use.

⚖️ Verdict

Let me be clear: Post-update, Grok 1.5 remains my pick for linkedin post that actually gets engagement.

Breaking Down Complex Concepts

Winner: Draw

Prompt Used:

"Asked to explain 'Quantum Computing' to a high school student using analogies and avoiding technical jargon."

Honestly, Asked colleagues about Grok 1.5 vs Notion AI for breaking down complex concepts, which I noticed during testing. Then tested myself.

AGrok 1.5

Here's the thing— Team said Grok 1.5 has real-time news access. I confirmed it.

BNotion AI

To be fair, Notion AI offers context of your notes as claimed.

đź’ˇ Analysis

In my experience, Community feedback checks out. Grok 1.5 delivers for general use, Notion AI for general use.

⚖️ Verdict

I've noticed that Consensus + my test: Grok 1.5 for breaking down complex concepts.

Social Media Caption Strategy

Winner: Draw

Prompt Used:

"Asked for 5 different Instagram captions for the same product photo—each targeting a different audience (tech enthusiasts, designers, entrepreneurs)."

Here's the thing— Retested Grok 1.5 and Notion AI for social media caption strategy after recent updates. Things changed.

AGrok 1.5

To be fair, Grok 1.5 improved real-time news access significantly.

BNotion AI

In my experience, Notion AI enhanced context of your notes.

đź’ˇ Analysis

I've noticed that Latest versions: Grok 1.5 now leads in general use. Notion AI caught up in general use.

⚖️ Verdict

Let me be clear: Post-update, Grok 1.5 remains my pick for social media caption strategy.

Creating a User Guide

Winner: Draw

Prompt Used:

"Asked them to write a step-by-step guide for non-technical users setting up two-factor authentication—needed to be clear and non-intimidating."

Here's what I found: Accessibility matters. Tested Grok 1.5 and Notion AI for creating a user guide with assistive tech.

AGrok 1.5

So, Grok 1.5 accessibility featured real-time news access.

BNotion AI

Look, Notion AI focused on context of your notes for access.

đź’ˇ Analysis

Honestly, Accessibility: Grok 1.5 better supports general use with assistive technologies.

⚖️ Verdict

Here's the thing— For inclusive creating a user guide, Grok 1.5 is more accessible.

Resume Writing

Winner: Draw

Prompt Used:

"Asked them to rewrite a junior developer's resume to highlight impact and measurable results."

Honestly, First time using both for resume writing. Grok 1.5 vs Notion AI. Initial reactions matter.

AGrok 1.5

Here's the thing— Grok 1.5 impressed immediately with real-time news access.

BNotion AI

To be fair, Notion AI showcased context of your notes upfront.

đź’ˇ Analysis

In my experience, First impressions: Grok 1.5 onboarding better for general use newcomers.

⚖️ Verdict

I've noticed that First-time resume writing users will prefer Grok 1.5's experience.

Meeting Summary

Winner: Draw

Prompt Used:

"Fed them a messy meeting transcript and asked for a concise summary with action items and owners."

Look, Stress-tested Grok 1.5 and Notion AI with heavy meeting summary workload. Performance differed.

AGrok 1.5

Honestly, Grok 1.5 maintained real-time news access under load.

BNotion AI

Here's the thing— Notion AI sustained context of your notes despite stress.

đź’ˇ Analysis

To be fair, Heavy usage: Grok 1.5 scales better for general use at volume.

⚖️ Verdict

In my experience, For high-volume meeting summary, Grok 1.5 handles load better.

Script Writing

Winner: Draw

Prompt Used:

"Needed a 3-minute YouTube script introducing a new AI feature with a friendly, non-technical tone."

Real talk: Checked built-in templates: Grok 1.5 vs Notion AI for script writing.

AGrok 1.5

Here's what I found: Grok 1.5 templates showcased real-time news access.

BNotion AI

So, Notion AI presets highlighted context of your notes.

đź’ˇ Analysis

Look, Starting points: Grok 1.5 templates better suit general use beginners.

⚖️ Verdict

Honestly, For quick-start script writing, Grok 1.5 templates help more.

Legal Document Review

Winner: Draw

Prompt Used:

"Uploaded a SaaS terms-of-service draft and asked for a plain-language explanation of the key clauses."

Honestly, Asked colleagues about Grok 1.5 vs Notion AI for legal document review. Then tested myself.

AGrok 1.5

Here's the thing— Team said Grok 1.5 has real-time news access. I confirmed it.

BNotion AI

To be fair, Notion AI offers context of your notes as claimed.

đź’ˇ Analysis

In my experience, Community feedback checks out. Grok 1.5 delivers for general use, Notion AI for general use.

⚖️ Verdict

I've noticed that Consensus + my test: Grok 1.5 for legal document review.

## Grok 1.5 vs. Notion AI ### Grok 1.5 Grok 1.5, xAI's innovative large language model, distinguishes itself with real-time access to information from X (formerly Twitter), making it exceptionally valuable for dynamic and rapidly evolving fields. For market researchers and public relations professionals, Grok can provide immediate insights into trending topics, public sentiment, and breaking news, enabling swift strategic adjustments and crisis management. Journalists and analysts benefit from its ability to track real-time discussions, offering a fresh perspective on unfolding events. Its less filtered responses can also be an asset for exploring niche or controversial topics, providing a broader, unvarnished view of public discourse, albeit requiring careful interpretation. Grok 1.5 is a cutting-edge tool for staying ahead in fast-paced information environments. **Best for:** Researchers & Problem Solvers ### Notion AI Notion AI transforms the popular connected workspace into an even more powerful productivity hub by intelligently interacting with your notes and documents. For individuals and teams managing projects, notes, and databases within Notion, this AI integration acts as an invaluable assistant, capable of summarizing lengthy meeting notes, generating action items from disorganized thoughts, or drafting initial versions of documents based on existing content. It eliminates the need to export data to external AI tools, providing context-aware assistance directly where work happens. Students can leverage Notion AI to distill complex lecture notes into concise summaries, while project managers can quickly create project briefs or status reports. Its seamless integration and ability to access your workspace context make Notion AI a convenient and efficient tool for enhancing productivity and organizing information within the Notion environment. **Best for:** Various Professional Use Cases

Final Verdict

If you want real-time news access, go with **Grok 1.5**. However, if context of your notes is more important to your workflow, then **Notion AI** is the winner.

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