Provider comparison

OpenAI vs Z Ai

Comparing model portfolios, pricing, and capabilities across 114+ OpenAI models and 21+ Z Ai models.

At a glance

Top 5 cheapest — OpenAI

ModelContextInput / 1MModality
OpenAI: gpt-oss-120b (free)131.072K$0.0000text->text
OpenAI: gpt-oss-20b (free)131.072K$0.0000text->text
OpenAI: GPT-5 Nano (batch)400K$0.0250text+image+file->text
OpenAI: gpt-oss-20b131.072K$0.0300text->text
OpenAI: gpt-oss-120b (exacto)131.072K$0.0390text->text

Top 5 cheapest — Z Ai

ModelContextInput / 1MModality
Z.ai: GLM 4.5 Air (free)131.072K$0.0000text->text
Z.ai: GLM 5.2 (free)32.768K$0.0000text->text
Z.ai: GLM 4.7 Flash200K$0.0605text->text
Z.ai: GLM 5.3 Flash (batch)1,048.576K$0.0750text+image+video->text
Z.ai: GLM 5.3 Flash1,310.72K$0.0900text+image+video->text

Frequently asked questions

Which provider has more models — OpenAI or Z Ai?

OpenAI has 114 models. Z Ai has 21 models.

Which is cheaper on average — OpenAI or Z Ai?

OpenAI average: $5.95/1M. Z Ai average: $0.48/1M.

Which provider has more long-context (128K+) models?

OpenAI: 107 models. Z Ai: 19 models.

How do I compare specific models between OpenAI and Z Ai?

Use the OpenAI and Z Ai collection pages to browse individual models, then open a pairwise comparison from any model page.

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