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GPT-5.4 Mini (batch) vs Inkling Small

Inkling Small is 1.3× cheaper per token on a blended 3:1 basis. Inkling Small accepts the larger context window (524K).

Head to head
Blended price uses a 3:1 input:output mix
GPT-5.4 Mini (batch)Inkling Small
ProviderOpenAIThinkingmachines
Input $/1M$0.375$0.450
Output $/1M$2.25$1.20
Blended $/1M$0.844$0.637
Context window400K524K
Max output128K262K
ReleasedMar 2026Jul 2026
LicenceProprietaryOpen weights
Choose GPT-5.4 Mini (batch) if…
  • No clear advantage on the data we hold.
Choose Inkling Small if…
  • Costs less per token — $0.637 vs $0.844 blended
  • Larger context window (524K)
  • Open weights — self-hostable
  • Newer model (released Jul 2026)
FAQ
Which is better, GPT-5.4 Mini (batch) or Inkling Small?
We do not hold independently-run benchmark scores covering both GPT-5.4 Mini (batch) and Inkling Small, so we make no quality claim. Their pricing and specifications are compared on this page.
Is GPT-5.4 Mini (batch) cheaper than Inkling Small?
Inkling Small is cheaper: $0.637 versus $0.844 per million tokens blended at 3:1 input:output. Input alone: $0.375 vs $0.450. Output alone: $2.25 vs $1.20.
What context windows do GPT-5.4 Mini (batch) and Inkling Small have?
GPT-5.4 Mini (batch): 400,000 tokens. Inkling Small: 524,288 tokens.
Who makes GPT-5.4 Mini (batch) and Inkling Small?
GPT-5.4 Mini (batch) is made by OpenAI. Inkling Small is made by Thinkingmachines.
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