| Signal | GPT-5.1 | Delta | GPT-5.2 |
|---|---|---|---|
Capabilities | 86 | -- | |
Context window size | 89 | -- | |
Output Capacity | 85 | -- | |
Pricing Tier | 10 | -4 | |
Recency | 100 | -- | |
Versatility | 67 | -- | |
| Overall Result | 0 wins | of 6 | 1 wins |
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GPT-5.1 saves you $250.00/month
That's $3000.00/year compared to GPT-5.2 at your current usage level of 100K calls/month.
| Metric | GPT-5.1 | GPT-5.2 | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall Score | 67 | 68 | GPT-5.2 |
| Rank | #18 | #13 | GPT-5.2 |
| Quality Rank | #18 | #13 | GPT-5.2 |
| Adoption Rank | #18 | #13 | GPT-5.2 |
| Parameters | -- | -- | -- |
| Context Window | 400K | 400K | -- |
| Pricing | $1.25/$10.00/M | $1.75/$14.00/M | -- |
| Signal Scores | |||
| Capabilities | 86 | 86 | GPT-5.1 |
| Context window size | 89 | 89 | GPT-5.1 |
| Output Capacity | 85 | 85 | GPT-5.1 |
| Pricing Tier | 10 | 14 | GPT-5.2 |
| Recency | 100 | 100 | GPT-5.1 |
| Versatility | 67 | 67 | GPT-5.1 |
GPT-5.1 and GPT-5.2 are extremely close in overall performance (only 1 points apart). Your best choice depends entirely on which specific strengths matter most for your use case.
Best for Quality
GPT-5.1
Marginally better benchmark scores; both are excellent
Best for Cost
GPT-5.1
29% lower pricing; better value at scale
Best for Reliability
GPT-5.1
Higher uptime and faster response speeds
Best for Prototyping
GPT-5.1
Stronger community support and better developer experience
Best for Production
GPT-5.1
Wider enterprise adoption and proven at scale
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GPT-5.2 currently scores higher (68 vs 67), but the best choice depends on your specific use case, budget, and requirements.
GPT-5.1 is ranked #18 and GPT-5.2 is ranked #13. Rankings are based on a composite score from multiple signals including benchmarks, community sentiment, and adoption metrics.
Compare the detailed pricing breakdown above to see which model offers better value for your usage pattern.