Codex 5-hour limit vs weekly limit
Plan around the Codex 5-hour window and the Codex weekly limit as two separate Codex reset problems, with Codex UI checks before any heavy Codex run.
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Short-term limit
A short-term window affects whether you can continue immediately. It may recover faster than the weekly plan quota.
Weekly quota
Weekly quota controls larger consumption across days. A short-term recovery does not always solve a drained weekly cap.
Decision shortcut
If short-term is drained but weekly remains healthy, wait or run lighter. If weekly is near zero, save work for reset, banked reset, or alternative runtime.
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Get reset alerts →Codex 5-hour limit vs weekly limit FAQ
Does the 5-hour Codex limit reset my weekly quota?
No. A 5-hour recovery can unblock short-term Codex work, but weekly quota may still be low. Check both windows in your own Codex UI before starting deep work.
Which limit should I watch before deep work?
Watch the weekly quota first for long tasks, then confirm the short-term window if you need to start immediately.
Why do users mix the two up?
Both can appear as usage limits in product conversations, and public posts often use reset language without specifying the exact window.