GPT-5.2-Codex alternatives
Best GPT-5.2-Codex alternatives
10 models that can stand in for GPT-5.2-Codex, ranked by benchmark score, with what each one does better.
Current Model
GPT-5.2-Codex
- Input / 1M
- $1.75
- Output / 1M
- $14
- Context
- 400K
- Intelligence
- 28.5
Quick picks
The best alternative depends on what you need
Why people switch away from GPT-5.2-Codex, and the model that fits each reason best.
Ranked
Top GPT-5.2-Codex alternatives
Each model is scored against GPT-5.2-Codex. Green means better, red means worse.
| Model | Input / 1M | Output / 1M | Context | Intelligence | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
GPT-5.2-Codex OpenAI | Input / 1M$1.75 | Output / 1M$14 | Context400K | Intelligence28.5 | Reference model |
| Input / 1M$0.06-97% | Output / 1M$8-43% | Context1.05M+162% | Intelligence33.7+18% | Compare | |
Why switch:1.8x cheaper outputHigher intelligence scoreLarger 1.05M contextNewer release | |||||
| Input / 1M$1.75 | Output / 1M$14 | Context400K | Intelligence32.5+14% | Compare | |
Why switch:Higher intelligence scoreAccepts fileNewer release | |||||
| Input / 1M$1.75 | Output / 1M$14 | Context400K | Intelligence30.4+7% | Compare | |
Why switch:Higher intelligence scoreAccepts file | |||||
| Input / 1M$3+71% | Output / 1M$15+7% | Context1M+150% | Intelligence30.1+6% | Compare | |
Why switch:Higher intelligence scoreLarger 1M contextAccepts fileNewer release | |||||
| Input / 1M$2+14% | Output / 1M$12-14% | Context1.05M+162% | Intelligence29.7+4% | Compare | |
Why switch:1.2x cheaper outputHigher intelligence scoreLarger 1.05M contextAccepts audio and file and videoNewer release | |||||
| Input / 1M$5+186% | Output / 1M$25+79% | Context200K-50% | Intelligence29.1+2% | Compare | |
Why switch:Higher intelligence scoreAccepts file | |||||
| Input / 1M$1.25-29% | Output / 1M$10-29% | Context400K | Intelligence24.7-13% | Compare | |
Why switch:1.4x cheaper outputAccepts file | |||||
| Input / 1M$0.75-57% | Output / 1M$4.50-68% | Context400K | Intelligence24.1-15% | Compare | |
Why switch:3.1x cheaper outputAccepts fileNewer release | |||||
| Input / 1M$1.25-29% | Output / 1M$10-29% | Context400K | Intelligence23.7-17% | Compare | |
Why switch:1.4x cheaper output | |||||
| Input / 1M$1.25-29% | Output / 1M$10-29% | Context400K | Intelligence23-19% | Compare | |
Why switch:1.4x cheaper outputAccepts file | |||||
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
What is the best alternative to GPT-5.2-Codex?
GLM 5.2 from Z.ai ranks first, based on independent benchmark scores. It costs $8 per 1M output tokens, compared with $14 for GPT-5.2-Codex.
Is there a cheaper alternative to GPT-5.2-Codex?
Yes. GPT-5.4 Mini charges $4.50 per 1M output tokens, versus $14 for GPT-5.2-Codex.
Can I try GPT-5.2-Codex and its alternatives at the same time?
Yes. Shortcut Chat sends one prompt to several models at once, so you can compare GPT-5.2-Codex with any of these alternatives on your own tasks.
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