OpenAI API Pricing

Compare all 20 OpenAI models with detailed pricing, capabilities, and performance metrics.

All Models

Model NameCategoryInput PriceOutput PriceCached InputBatch InputContextMax OutputMultimodalFine-tuning
GPT-5.4
Latest and most capable OpenAI model with 1M+ context and advanced reasoning.
Flagship$2.500000$15.000000$0.250000$1.2500001.1M128KImage
GPT-5.4 Pro
Premium version of GPT-5.4 with extended compute for the hardest tasks.
Flagship$30.000000$180.0000001.1M128KImage
GPT-5.3 Codex
Specialized coding model with exceptional software engineering capabilities.
Flagship$1.750000$14.000000$0.175000400K128KImage
GPT-5.2
Highly capable general-purpose model with advanced reasoning.
Flagship$1.750000$14.000000$0.175000$0.875000400K128KA/V
GPT-5.2 Pro
Premium GPT-5.2 with extended compute for complex problem-solving.
Flagship$10.500000$84.000000400K128KA/V
GPT-5.1
Strong general-purpose model bridging GPT-5 and GPT-5.2.
Flagship$1.250000$10.000000$0.125000400K128KImage
GPT-5
Powerful general-purpose model with strong reasoning capabilities.
Flagship$1.250000$10.000000$0.125000$0.625000400K128KA/V
GPT-5 Pro
Premium GPT-5 with extended compute for difficult reasoning tasks.
Flagship$15.000000$120.000000400K128KA/V
GPT-5 mini
Efficient mid-tier model balancing cost and performance.
Mid-Tier$0.250000$2.000000$0.025000$0.125000400K128KImage
GPT-5 nano
Smallest and cheapest GPT-5 variant for high-volume tasks.
Budget$0.050000$0.400000$0.005000$0.025000400K128KText
o3
Advanced reasoning model for complex multi-step problems.
Flagship$2.000000$8.000000$0.500000$1.000000200K100KImage
o3 Pro
Most powerful reasoning model with extended compute for difficult tasks.
Flagship$20.000000$80.000000200K100KImage
o4 mini
Latest compact reasoning model with image understanding and tool use.
Mid-Tier$1.100000$4.400000$0.275000$0.550000200K100KImage
o3 mini
Compact reasoning model with strong math and coding performance.
Mid-Tier$1.100000$4.400000$0.550000$0.550000200K100KText
o1
Original reasoning model for science, math, and coding tasks.
Flagship$15.000000$60.000000$7.500000$7.500000200K100KImage
GPT-4.1
Flagship GPT-4 generation model with 1M context window and strong coding.
Flagship$2.000000$8.000000$0.500000$1.0000001.0M32.8KImage
GPT-4.1 mini
Cost-effective GPT-4.1 variant with 1M context and strong performance.
Mid-Tier$0.400000$1.600000$0.100000$0.2000001.0M32.8KImage
GPT-4.1 nano
Ultra-affordable GPT-4.1 variant for high-volume low-complexity tasks.
Budget$0.100000$0.400000$0.025000$0.0500001.0M32.8KImage
GPT-4o
Previous generation multimodal model. Still widely used.
Mid-Tier$2.500000$10.000000$1.250000$1.250000128K16.4KA/V
GPT-4o mini
Affordable small model with good quality for focused tasks.
Budget$0.150000$0.600000$0.075000$0.075000128K16.4KImage

Prices in USD per 1 million tokens. Data last updated 4/2/2026.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does OpenAI API cost?
OpenAI offers a range of models with input pricing from $0.050000 to $30.00 per 1 million input tokens. Output pricing varies by model and ranges from $0.400000 to $180.00 per 1 million output tokens. Use the pricing comparison tool to see detailed breakdowns for all models.
Which OpenAI model is cheapest?
The GPT-5 nano is OpenAI's most cost-effective option at $0.050000 per 1M input tokens. It is text-only. Check the pricing table above to compare all available models or use the cost estimator tool for your specific use case.
Does OpenAI offer batch API pricing?
Yes, OpenAI offers batch API pricing for non-time-sensitive requests. Batch pricing is typically 50% cheaper than regular pricing. Models with batch support are marked in the table above. See OpenAI's official pricing page for the latest batch pricing details and availability.