GPT-5 alternatives
Best GPT-5 alternatives
10 models that can stand in for GPT-5, ranked by benchmark score, with what each one does better.
Current Model
GPT-5
- Input / 1M
- $1.25
- Output / 1M
- $10
- Context
- 400K
- Intelligence
- 23
Quick picks
The best alternative depends on what you need
Why people switch away from GPT-5, and the model that fits each reason best.
Ranked
Top GPT-5 alternatives
Each model is scored against GPT-5. Green means better, red means worse.
| Model | Input / 1M | Output / 1M | Context | Intelligence | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
GPT-5 OpenAI | Input / 1M$1.25 | Output / 1M$10 | Context400K | Intelligence23 | Reference model |
| Input / 1M$1.75+40% | Output / 1M$14+40% | Context400K | Intelligence28.5+24% | Compare | |
Why switch:Higher intelligence scoreNewer release | |||||
| Input / 1M$0.50-60% | Output / 1M$3-70% | Context1.05M+162% | Intelligence26.3+14% | Compare | |
Why switch:3.3x cheaper outputHigher intelligence scoreLarger 1.05M contextAccepts audio and videoNewer release | |||||
| Input / 1M$1.25 | Output / 1M$10 | Context400K | Intelligence24.7+7% | Compare | |
Why switch:Higher intelligence scoreNewer release | |||||
| Input / 1M$0.01-99% | Output / 1M$1.28-87% | Context1.05M+162% | Intelligence24.4+6% | Compare | |
Why switch:7.8x cheaper outputHigher intelligence scoreLarger 1.05M contextNewer release | |||||
| Input / 1M$0.75-40% | Output / 1M$4.50-55% | Context400K | Intelligence24.1+5% | Compare | |
Why switch:2.2x cheaper outputHigher intelligence scoreNewer release | |||||
| Input / 1M$1.25 | Output / 1M$10 | Context400K | Intelligence23.7+3% | Compare | |
Why switch:Higher intelligence scoreNewer release | |||||
| Input / 1M$0.30-76% | Output / 1M$2.50-75% | Context1.05M+162% | Intelligence22.2-3% | Compare | |
Why switch:4x cheaper outputLarger 1.05M contextAccepts video and audioNewer release | |||||
| Input / 1M$3+140% | Output / 1M$15+50% | Context1M+150% | Intelligence20.7-10% | Compare | |
Why switch:Larger 1M contextNewer release | |||||
| Input / 1M$0.25-80% | Output / 1M$2-80% | Context400K | Intelligence20.6-10% | Compare | |
Why switch:5.0x cheaper output | |||||
| Input / 1M$2+60% | Output / 1M$8-20% | Context200K-50% | Intelligence20.2-12% | Compare | |
Why switch:1.3x cheaper output | |||||
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
What is the best alternative to GPT-5?
GPT-5.2-Codex from OpenAI ranks first, based on independent benchmark scores. It costs $14 per 1M output tokens, compared with $10 for GPT-5.
Is there a cheaper alternative to GPT-5?
Yes. DeepSeek V4 Flash 0423 charges $1.28 per 1M output tokens, versus $10 for GPT-5.
Can I try GPT-5 and its alternatives at the same time?
Yes. Shortcut Chat sends one prompt to several models at once, so you can compare GPT-5 with any of these alternatives on your own tasks.
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