gpt-image-1-mini vs GPT-5 Chat (latest)
gpt-image-1-mini is cheaper on output tokens, while GPT-5 Chat (latest) offers a larger context window. Choose gpt-image-1-mini or GPT-5 Chat (latest) based on the trade-off between cost, context, and the benchmarks that matter for your use case.
| Spec | gpt-image-1-mini | GPT-5 Chat (latest) |
|---|---|---|
| Provider | OpenAI | OpenAI |
| Input / 1M tokens | $2.50 | $1.25 |
| Output / 1M tokens | $2.50 | $10.00 |
| Context window | 0 | 400K |
| Parameters | — | — |
| Open weights | No | No |
| Released | Sep 2025 | Aug 2025 |
FAQ
Pricing is indicative — confirm with the provider before production use. Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that row.