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OpenAI: GPT-4

Here's an editorial description for the AI model comparison site: The OpenAI GPT-4 model is designed to process text inputs and generate text outputs up to 4096 tokens long. It can handle context lengths of up to 8191 tokens, but only accepts text input. This model also supports integration with tools, although it does not possess reasoning capabilities or structured output. Considering its price point, the OpenAI GPT-4 may be a suitable choice for users who prioritize text generation and have a budget to match. With a blended benchmark score of 6.0 across one independent benchmark, this model's performance is a consideration for those looking for a reliable option at $30.00/M input tokens and $60.00/M output tokens. However, users should weigh these costs against other models' capabilities before making a decision.

Quality Score
46/100
price + capability + benchmarks
Input Price
$30.00
per 1M tokens · checked 2026-09-10
Output Price
$60.00
per 1M tokens · checked 2026-09-10
Context Window
8,191
tokens

Benchmark results

Independent, published benchmarks. Blended score 6.0 across 1 benchmark, last refreshed 2026-09-10. How scoring works →

BenchmarkMeasuresScore
AI Index broad capability composite 11.1
Model ID
openai/gpt-4
Vendor
openai
Released
May 2023
Tokenizer
GPT
Input Modalities
text
Output Modalities
text
Max Output
4,096 tokens
Tool Calling
✓ supported
Structured Output
✓ supported
Reasoning Mode
not supported
Vision
text only
Audio
no
Moderated
no

What it costs in practice

Computed from the current $30.00/M input and $60.00/M output rates. Run your own numbers →

JobTokensCost
Summarize a 50-page report 30k in / 1.5k out $0.99
Classify 1,000 customer emails 500k in / 50k out $18.00
A month of a busy support chatbot 5M in / 2M out $270.00

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Quick answers

How much does OpenAI: GPT-4 cost?
$30.00 per million input tokens and $60.00 per million output tokens.
What is OpenAI: GPT-4's context window?
8,191 tokens, roughly 12 pages of text in a single request.
Does OpenAI: GPT-4 support tool calling?
It supports tool calling, structured output.
Can OpenAI: GPT-4 process images?
No, it is text-only on the input side.