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Gemini 3.8 Flash vs Inkling
Gemini 3.8 Flash is 1.1× cheaper per token on a blended 3:1 basis. Gemini 3.8 Flash accepts the larger context window (1.0M).
Head to head
Blended price uses a 3:1 input:output mix
| Gemini 3.8 Flash | Inkling | |
|---|---|---|
| Provider | Thinkingmachines | |
| Input $/1M | $0.825 | $1.00 |
| Output $/1M | $4.13 | $4.05 |
| Blended $/1M | $1.65 | $1.76 |
| Context window | 1.0M | 524K |
| Max output | 66K | 472K |
| Released | Sep 2026 | Jul 2026 |
| Licence | Proprietary | Open weights |
Choose Gemini 3.8 Flash if…
- Costs less per token — $1.65 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 or Inkling?
We do not hold independently-run benchmark scores covering both Gemini 3.8 Flash and Inkling, so we make no quality claim. Their pricing and specifications are compared on this page.
Is Gemini 3.8 Flash cheaper than Inkling?
Gemini 3.8 Flash is cheaper: $1.65 versus $1.76 per million tokens blended at 3:1 input:output. Input alone: $0.825 vs $1.00. Output alone: $4.13 vs $4.05.
What context windows do Gemini 3.8 Flash and Inkling have?
Gemini 3.8 Flash: 1,048,576 tokens. Inkling: 524,288 tokens.
Who makes Gemini 3.8 Flash and Inkling?
Gemini 3.8 Flash is made by Google. Inkling is made by Thinkingmachines.
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