GPT-5.4 Nano alternatives
Best GPT-5.4 Nano alternatives
10 models that can stand in for GPT-5.4 Nano, ranked by benchmark score, with what each one does better.
Current Model
GPT-5.4 Nano
- Input / 1M
- $0.20
- Output / 1M
- $1.25
- Context
- 400K
- Intelligence
- 20.7
Quick picks
The best alternative depends on what you need
Why people switch away from GPT-5.4 Nano, and the model that fits each reason best.
Ranked
Top GPT-5.4 Nano alternatives
Each model is scored against GPT-5.4 Nano. Green means better, red means worse.
| Model | Input / 1M | Output / 1M | Context | Intelligence | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
GPT-5.4 Nano OpenAI | Input / 1M$0.20 | Output / 1M$1.25 | Context400K | Intelligence20.7 | Reference model |
| Input / 1M$0.01-95% | Output / 1M$1.28+2% | Context1.05M+162% | Intelligence24.4+18% | Compare | |
Why switch:Higher intelligence scoreLarger 1.05M contextNewer release | |||||
| Input / 1M$0.21+5% | Output / 1M$0.84-33% | Context205K-49% | Intelligence22.8+10% | Compare | |
Why switch:1.5x cheaper outputHigher intelligence scoreNewer release | |||||
| Input / 1M$0.27+35% | Output / 1M$1.08-14% | Context205K-49% | Intelligence22.8+10% | Compare | |
Why switch:1.2x cheaper outputHigher intelligence score | |||||
| Input / 1M$0.30+50% | Output / 1M$2.50+100% | Context1.05M+162% | Intelligence22.2+7% | Compare | |
Why switch:Higher intelligence scoreLarger 1.05M contextAccepts video and audioNewer release | |||||
| Input / 1M$0.30+50% | Output / 1M$1.20-4% | Context205K-49% | Intelligence20.9+1% | Compare | |
Why switch:1.0x cheaper outputHigher intelligence score | |||||
| Input / 1M$0.25+25% | Output / 1M$2+60% | Context400K | Intelligence20.60% | Compare | |
| Input / 1M$0.25+25% | Output / 1M$2+60% | Context400K | Intelligence20.4-1% | Compare | |
| Input / 1M$0.20 | Output / 1M$1.15-8% | Context262K-34% | Intelligence19.5-6% | Compare | |
Why switch:1.1x cheaper outputAccepts videoNewer release | |||||
| Input / 1M$0.30+50% | Output / 1M$1.20-4% | Context1.05M+162% | Intelligence19.1-8% | Compare | |
Why switch:1.0x cheaper outputLarger 1.05M contextNewer release | |||||
| Input / 1M$0.15-25% | Output / 1M$1-20% | Context262K-34% | Intelligence18.2-12% | Compare | |
Why switch:1.3x cheaper outputAccepts videoNewer release | |||||
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
What is the best alternative to GPT-5.4 Nano?
DeepSeek V4 Flash 0423 from DeepSeek ranks first, based on independent benchmark scores. It costs $1.28 per 1M output tokens, compared with $1.25 for GPT-5.4 Nano.
Is there a cheaper alternative to GPT-5.4 Nano?
Yes. MiniMax M2.7 charges $0.84 per 1M output tokens, versus $1.25 for GPT-5.4 Nano.
Can I try GPT-5.4 Nano 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 Nano with any of these alternatives on your own tasks.
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Send one prompt to GPT-5.4 Nano and its alternatives at the same time, and keep the answer you like best.