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Gemini 3.8 Flash (batch) vs Inkling

Gemini 3.8 Flash (batch) is 2.4× cheaper per token on a blended 3:1 basis. Gemini 3.8 Flash (batch) accepts the larger context window (1.0M).

Head to head
Blended price uses a 3:1 input:output mix
Gemini 3.8 Flash (batch)Inkling
ProviderGoogleThinkingmachines
Input $/1M$0.375$1.00
Output $/1M$1.88$4.05
Blended $/1M$0.750$1.76
Context window1.0M524K
Max output66K472K
ReleasedSep 2026Jul 2026
LicenceProprietaryOpen weights
Choose Gemini 3.8 Flash (batch) if…
  • Costs less per token — $0.750 vs $1.76 blended
  • Larger context window (1.0M)
  • Newer model (released Sep 2026)
Choose Inkling if…
  • Open weights — self-hostable
FAQ
Which is better, Gemini 3.8 Flash (batch) or Inkling?
We do not hold independently-run benchmark scores covering both Gemini 3.8 Flash (batch) and Inkling, so we make no quality claim. Their pricing and specifications are compared on this page.
Is Gemini 3.8 Flash (batch) cheaper than Inkling?
Gemini 3.8 Flash (batch) is cheaper: $0.750 versus $1.76 per million tokens blended at 3:1 input:output. Input alone: $0.375 vs $1.00. Output alone: $1.88 vs $4.05.
What context windows do Gemini 3.8 Flash (batch) and Inkling have?
Gemini 3.8 Flash (batch): 1,048,576 tokens. Inkling: 524,288 tokens.
Who makes Gemini 3.8 Flash (batch) and Inkling?
Gemini 3.8 Flash (batch) is made by Google. Inkling is made by Thinkingmachines.
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