GPT-6 Astra alternatives
Best GPT-6 Astra alternatives
10 models that can stand in for GPT-6 Astra, ranked by benchmark score, with what each one does better.
Current Model
GPT-6 Astra
- Input / 1M
- $10
- Output / 1M
- $50
- Context
- 1.05M
- Intelligence
- 52.7
Quick picks
The best alternative depends on what you need
Why people switch away from GPT-6 Astra, and the model that fits each reason best.
Ranked
Top GPT-6 Astra alternatives
Each model is scored against GPT-6 Astra. Green means better, red means worse.
| Model | Input / 1M | Output / 1M | Context | Intelligence | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
GPT-6 Astra OpenAI | Input / 1M$10 | Output / 1M$50 | Context1.05M | Intelligence52.7 | Reference model |
| Input / 1M$4-60% | Output / 1M$20-60% | Context1M-5% | Intelligence57.6+9% | Compare | |
Why switch:2.5x cheaper outputHigher intelligence scoreNewer release | |||||
| Input / 1M$2-80% | Output / 1M$10-80% | Context1M-5% | Intelligence56+6% | Compare | |
Why switch:5x cheaper outputHigher intelligence scoreNewer release | |||||
| Input / 1M$10 | Output / 1M$50 | Context1M-5% | Intelligence53.4+1% | Compare | |
Why switch:Higher intelligence score | |||||
| Input / 1M$2-80% | Output / 1M$10-80% | Context1.05M | Intelligence51.8-2% | Compare | |
Why switch:5x cheaper outputNewer release | |||||
| Input / 1M$5-50% | Output / 1M$25-50% | Context1M-5% | Intelligence50.8-4% | Compare | |
Why switch:2x cheaper output | |||||
| Input / 1M$10 | Output / 1M$50 | Context1M-5% | Intelligence49.6-6% | Compare | |
| Input / 1M$2-80% | Output / 1M$10-80% | Context1.05M | Intelligence47.6-10% | Compare | |
Why switch:5x cheaper outputNewer release | |||||
| Input / 1M$2-80% | Output / 1M$10-80% | Context1.05M | Intelligence47-11% | Compare | |
Why switch:5x cheaper output | |||||
| Input / 1M$0.04-100% | Output / 1M$7-86% | Context1.05M0% | Intelligence44.8-15% | Compare | |
Why switch:7.1x cheaper output | |||||
| Input / 1M$0.90-91% | Output / 1M$14-72% | Context1.05M0% | Intelligence43.6-17% | Compare | |
Why switch:3.6x cheaper outputAccepts video | |||||
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
What is the best alternative to GPT-6 Astra?
Claude Opus 5.5 from Anthropic ranks first, based on independent benchmark scores. It costs $20 per 1M output tokens, compared with $50 for GPT-6 Astra.
Is there a cheaper alternative to GPT-6 Astra?
Yes. GLM 5.3 charges $7 per 1M output tokens, versus $50 for GPT-6 Astra.
Can I try GPT-6 Astra and its alternatives at the same time?
Yes. Shortcut Chat sends one prompt to several models at once, so you can compare GPT-6 Astra with any of these alternatives on your own tasks.
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