MiniMax M2.1 vs GPT OSS 120B
GPT OSS 120B is cheaper on output tokens, while MiniMax M2.1 offers a larger context window. Choose MiniMax M2.1 or GPT OSS 120B based on the trade-off between cost, context, and the benchmarks that matter for your use case.
| Spec | MiniMax M2.1 | GPT OSS 120B |
|---|---|---|
| Provider | MiniMax | Neon |
| Input / 1M tokens | $0.30 | $0.15 |
| Output / 1M tokens | $1.20 | $0.60 |
| Context window | 205K | 131K |
| Parameters | 229B | 117B |
| Open weights | Yes | Yes |
| Released | Dec 2025 | Aug 2025 |
| LiveBench score | — | 46.4 |
| Aider Polyglot score | — | 41.8 |
FAQ
Is MiniMax M2.1 or GPT OSS 120B cheaper?
GPT OSS 120B is cheaper on output tokens ($0.60 vs $1.20 per 1M).
Which has the larger context window, MiniMax M2.1 or GPT OSS 120B?
MiniMax M2.1 has the larger context window (205K tokens).
Pricing is indicative — confirm with the provider before production use. Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that row.