Grok 4.5 alternatives
Best Grok 4.5 alternatives
10 models that can stand in for Grok 4.5, ranked by benchmark score, with what each one does better.
Current Model
Grok 4.5
- Input / 1M
- $2
- Output / 1M
- $6
- Context
- 500K
- Intelligence
- 38.8
Quick picks
The best alternative depends on what you need
Why people switch away from Grok 4.5, and the model that fits each reason best.
Ranked
Top Grok 4.5 alternatives
Each model is scored against Grok 4.5. Green means better, red means worse.
| Model | Input / 1M | Output / 1M | Context | Intelligence | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Grok 4.5 xAI | Input / 1M$2 | Output / 1M$6 | Context500K | Intelligence38.8 | Reference model |
| Input / 1M$2 | Output / 1M$6 | Context500K | Intelligence46.4+20% | Compare | |
Why switch:Higher intelligence scoreNewer release | |||||
| Input / 1M$0.04-98% | Output / 1M$7+17% | Context1.05M+110% | Intelligence44.8+15% | Compare | |
Why switch:Higher intelligence scoreLarger 1.05M contextNewer release | |||||
| Input / 1M$2 | Output / 1M$6 | Context500K | Intelligence44.3+14% | Compare | |
Why switch:Higher intelligence scoreNewer release | |||||
| Input / 1M$0.75-62% | Output / 1M$3.75-37% | Context1.05M+110% | Intelligence40.9+5% | Compare | |
Why switch:1.6x cheaper outputHigher intelligence scoreLarger 1.05M contextAccepts video and audioNewer release | |||||
| Input / 1M$2 | Output / 1M$6 | Context1.05M+110% | Intelligence39.9+3% | Compare | |
Why switch:Higher intelligence scoreLarger 1.05M contextNewer release | |||||
| Input / 1M$0.75-62% | Output / 1M$3.75-37% | Context1.05M+110% | Intelligence39.6+2% | Compare | |
Why switch:1.6x cheaper outputHigher intelligence scoreLarger 1.05M contextAccepts video and audioNewer release | |||||
| Input / 1M$1.25-37% | Output / 1M$4.25-29% | Context1.05M+110% | Intelligence39.6+2% | Compare | |
Why switch:1.4x cheaper outputHigher intelligence scoreLarger 1.05M contextAccepts videoNewer release | |||||
| Input / 1M$0.30-85% | Output / 1M$1.20-80% | Context1.05M+110% | Intelligence39.5+2% | Compare | |
Why switch:5x cheaper outputHigher intelligence scoreLarger 1.05M contextNewer release | |||||
| Input / 1M$2 | Output / 1M$10+67% | Context1M+100% | Intelligence38.2-2% | Compare | |
Why switch:Larger 1M context | |||||
| Input / 1M$0.06-97% | Output / 1M$8+33% | Context1.05M+110% | Intelligence33.7-13% | Compare | |
Why switch:Larger 1.05M context | |||||
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
What is the best alternative to Grok 4.5?
Grok 4.7 from xAI ranks first, based on independent benchmark scores. It costs $6 per 1M output tokens, compared with $6 for Grok 4.5.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Grok 4.5?
Yes. DeepSeek V4.1 Flash charges $1.20 per 1M output tokens, versus $6 for Grok 4.5.
Can I try Grok 4.5 and its alternatives at the same time?
Yes. Shortcut Chat sends one prompt to several models at once, so you can compare Grok 4.5 with any of these alternatives on your own tasks.
Not sure which to pick? Try them all.
Send one prompt to Grok 4.5 and its alternatives at the same time, and keep the answer you like best.