GPT-5.4 Mini alternatives
Best GPT-5.4 Mini alternatives
10 models that can stand in for GPT-5.4 Mini, ranked by benchmark score, with what each one does better.
Current Model
GPT-5.4 Mini
- Input / 1M
- $0.75
- Output / 1M
- $4.50
- Context
- 400K
- Intelligence
- 24.1
Quick picks
The best alternative depends on what you need
Why people switch away from GPT-5.4 Mini, and the model that fits each reason best.
Ranked
Top GPT-5.4 Mini alternatives
Each model is scored against GPT-5.4 Mini. Green means better, red means worse.
| Model | Input / 1M | Output / 1M | Context | Intelligence | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
GPT-5.4 Mini OpenAI | Input / 1M$0.75 | Output / 1M$4.50 | Context400K | Intelligence24.1 | Reference model |
| Input / 1M$0.50-33% | Output / 1M$3-33% | Context1.05M+162% | Intelligence26.3+9% | Compare | |
Why switch:1.5x cheaper outputHigher intelligence scoreLarger 1.05M contextAccepts audio and video | |||||
| Input / 1M$0.67-11% | Output / 1M$3.35-26% | Context262K-34% | Intelligence25.8+7% | Compare | |
Why switch:1.3x cheaper outputHigher intelligence scoreNewer release | |||||
| Input / 1M$1+33% | Output / 1M$4.05-10% | Context524K+31% | Intelligence25+4% | Compare | |
Why switch:1.1x cheaper outputHigher intelligence scoreLarger 524K contextAccepts audioNewer release | |||||
| Input / 1M$1.25+67% | Output / 1M$10+122% | Context400K | Intelligence24.7+2% | Compare | |
Why switch:Higher intelligence score | |||||
| Input / 1M$0.01-99% | Output / 1M$1.28-72% | Context1.05M+162% | Intelligence24.4+1% | Compare | |
Why switch:3.5x cheaper outputHigher intelligence scoreLarger 1.05M contextNewer release | |||||
| Input / 1M$1.25+67% | Output / 1M$10+122% | Context400K | Intelligence23.7-2% | Compare | |
| Input / 1M$1.20+60% | Output / 1M$4-11% | Context203K-49% | Intelligence23.5-2% | Compare | |
Why switch:1.1x cheaper outputAccepts videoNewer release | |||||
| Input / 1M$1.25+67% | Output / 1M$10+122% | Context400K | Intelligence23-5% | Compare | |
| Input / 1M$0.30-60% | Output / 1M$2.50-44% | Context1.05M+162% | Intelligence22.2-8% | Compare | |
Why switch:1.8x cheaper outputLarger 1.05M contextAccepts video and audioNewer release | |||||
| Input / 1M$0.25-67% | Output / 1M$2-56% | Context400K | Intelligence20.6-15% | Compare | |
Why switch:2.3x cheaper output | |||||
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
What is the best alternative to GPT-5.4 Mini?
Gemini 3 Flash Preview from Google ranks first, based on independent benchmark scores. It costs $3 per 1M output tokens, compared with $4.50 for GPT-5.4 Mini.
Is there a cheaper alternative to GPT-5.4 Mini?
Yes. DeepSeek V4 Flash 0423 charges $1.28 per 1M output tokens, versus $4.50 for GPT-5.4 Mini.
Can I try GPT-5.4 Mini and its alternatives at the same time?
Yes. Shortcut Chat sends one prompt to several models at once, so you can compare GPT-5.4 Mini with any of these alternatives on your own tasks.
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