GPT-5 Mini alternatives
Best GPT-5 Mini alternatives
10 models that can stand in for GPT-5 Mini, ranked by benchmark score, with what each one does better.
Current Model
GPT-5 Mini
- Input / 1M
- $0.25
- Output / 1M
- $2
- Context
- 400K
- Intelligence
- 20.6
Quick picks
The best alternative depends on what you need
Why people switch away from GPT-5 Mini, and the model that fits each reason best.
Ranked
Top GPT-5 Mini alternatives
Each model is scored against GPT-5 Mini. Green means better, red means worse.
| Model | Input / 1M | Output / 1M | Context | Intelligence | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
GPT-5 Mini OpenAI | Input / 1M$0.25 | Output / 1M$2 | Context400K | Intelligence20.6 | Reference model |
| Input / 1M$0.01-96% | Output / 1M$1.28-36% | Context1.05M+162% | Intelligence24.4+18% | Compare | |
Why switch:1.6x cheaper outputHigher intelligence scoreLarger 1.05M contextNewer release | |||||
| Input / 1M$0.75+200% | Output / 1M$4.50+125% | Context400K | Intelligence24.1+17% | Compare | |
Why switch:Higher intelligence scoreNewer release | |||||
| Input / 1M$0.50+100% | Output / 1M$2.20+10% | Context262K-34% | Intelligence22.9+11% | Compare | |
Why switch:Higher intelligence scoreNewer release | |||||
| Input / 1M$0.30+20% | Output / 1M$2.50+25% | Context1.05M+162% | Intelligence22.2+8% | Compare | |
Why switch:Higher intelligence scoreLarger 1.05M contextAccepts video and audioNewer release | |||||
| Input / 1M$0.60+140% | Output / 1M$2.20+10% | Context205K-49% | Intelligence22.2+8% | Compare | |
Why switch:Higher intelligence scoreNewer release | |||||
| Input / 1M$0.55+120% | Output / 1M$3.50+75% | Context262K-34% | Intelligence21.4+4% | Compare | |
Why switch:Higher intelligence scoreAccepts videoNewer release | |||||
| Input / 1M$0.20-20% | Output / 1M$1.25-37% | Context400K | Intelligence20.70% | Compare | |
Why switch:1.6x cheaper outputHigher intelligence scoreNewer release | |||||
| Input / 1M$0.25 | Output / 1M$2 | Context400K | Intelligence20.4-1% | Compare | |
Why switch:Newer release | |||||
| Input / 1M$0.20-20% | Output / 1M$1.15-43% | Context262K-34% | Intelligence19.5-5% | Compare | |
Why switch:1.7x cheaper outputAccepts videoNewer release | |||||
| Input / 1M$0.43+72% | Output / 1M$1.75-12% | Context205K-49% | Intelligence18.5-10% | Compare | |
Why switch:1.1x cheaper outputNewer release | |||||
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
What is the best alternative to GPT-5 Mini?
DeepSeek V4 Flash 0423 from DeepSeek ranks first, based on independent benchmark scores. It costs $1.28 per 1M output tokens, compared with $2 for GPT-5 Mini.
Is there a cheaper alternative to GPT-5 Mini?
Yes. Step 3.7 Flash charges $1.15 per 1M output tokens, versus $2 for GPT-5 Mini.
Can I try GPT-5 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 Mini with any of these alternatives on your own tasks.
Not sure which to pick? Try them all.
Send one prompt to GPT-5 Mini and its alternatives at the same time, and keep the answer you like best.