GPT-4.1 alternatives
Best GPT-4.1 alternatives
10 models that can stand in for GPT-4.1, ranked by benchmark score, with what each one does better.
Current Model
GPT-4.1
- Input / 1M
- $2
- Output / 1M
- $8
- Context
- 1.05M
- Intelligence
- 12.7
Quick picks
The best alternative depends on what you need
Why people switch away from GPT-4.1, and the model that fits each reason best.
Ranked
Top GPT-4.1 alternatives
Each model is scored against GPT-4.1. Green means better, red means worse.
| Model | Input / 1M | Output / 1M | Context | Intelligence | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
GPT-4.1 OpenAI | Input / 1M$2 | Output / 1M$8 | Context1.05M | Intelligence12.7 | Reference model |
| Input / 1M$1.10-45% | Output / 1M$4.40-45% | Context200K-81% | Intelligence16.7+31% | Compare | |
Why switch:1.8x cheaper outputHigher intelligence scoreNewer release | |||||
| Input / 1M$1.25-37% | Output / 1M$10+25% | Context1.05M0% | Intelligence16.1+27% | Compare | |
Why switch:Higher intelligence scoreLarger 1.05M contextAccepts audio and videoNewer release | |||||
| Input / 1M$1.50-25% | Output / 1M$7.50-6% | Context262K-75% | Intelligence14.2+12% | Compare | |
Why switch:1.1x cheaper outputHigher intelligence scoreNewer release | |||||
| Input / 1M$2.50+25% | Output / 1M$10+25% | Context256K-76% | Intelligence13.1+3% | Compare | |
Why switch:Higher intelligence score | |||||
| Input / 1M$0.45-77% | Output / 1M$3.50-56% | Context128K-88% | Intelligence12.7 | Compare | |
Why switch:2.3x cheaper outputNewer release | |||||
| Input / 1M$1.10-45% | Output / 1M$4.40-45% | Context200K-81% | Intelligence12.5-2% | Compare | |
Why switch:1.8x cheaper output | |||||
| Input / 1M$2 | Output / 1M$8 | Context128K-88% | Intelligence11.8-7% | Compare | |
| Input / 1M$1.10-45% | Output / 1M$4.40-45% | Context200K-81% | Intelligence11-13% | Compare | |
Why switch:1.8x cheaper output | |||||
| Input / 1M$2.50+25% | Output / 1M$10+25% | Context128K-88% | Intelligence8.4-34% | Compare | |
| Input / 1M$2.50+25% | Output / 1M$10+25% | Context128K-88% | Intelligence7.7-39% | Compare | |
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
What is the best alternative to GPT-4.1?
o4 Mini from OpenAI ranks first, based on independent benchmark scores. It costs $4.40 per 1M output tokens, compared with $8 for GPT-4.1.
Is there a cheaper alternative to GPT-4.1?
Yes. Qwen3 235B A22B Thinking 2507 charges $3.50 per 1M output tokens, versus $8 for GPT-4.1.
Can I try GPT-4.1 and its alternatives at the same time?
Yes. Shortcut Chat sends one prompt to several models at once, so you can compare GPT-4.1 with any of these alternatives on your own tasks.
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Send one prompt to GPT-4.1 and its alternatives at the same time, and keep the answer you like best.