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GPT-6 Astra Pro (batch) vs Inkling Small

Inkling Small is 16× cheaper per token on a blended 3:1 basis. GPT-6 Astra Pro (batch) accepts the larger context window (1.1M).

Head to head
Blended price uses a 3:1 input:output mix
GPT-6 Astra Pro (batch)Inkling Small
ProviderOpenAIThinkingmachines
Input $/1M$5.00$0.450
Output $/1M$25.00$1.20
Blended $/1M$10.00$0.637
Context window1.1M524K
Max output128K262K
ReleasedSep 2026Jul 2026
LicenceProprietaryOpen weights
Choose GPT-6 Astra Pro (batch) if…
  • Larger context window (1.1M)
  • Newer model (released Sep 2026)
Choose Inkling Small if…
  • Costs less per token — $0.637 vs $10.00 blended
  • Open weights — self-hostable
FAQ
Which is better, GPT-6 Astra Pro (batch) or Inkling Small?
We do not hold independently-run benchmark scores covering both GPT-6 Astra Pro (batch) and Inkling Small, so we make no quality claim. Their pricing and specifications are compared on this page.
Is GPT-6 Astra Pro (batch) cheaper than Inkling Small?
Inkling Small is cheaper: $0.637 versus $10.00 per million tokens blended at 3:1 input:output. Input alone: $5.00 vs $0.450. Output alone: $25.00 vs $1.20.
What context windows do GPT-6 Astra Pro (batch) and Inkling Small have?
GPT-6 Astra Pro (batch): 1,050,000 tokens. Inkling Small: 524,288 tokens.
Who makes GPT-6 Astra Pro (batch) and Inkling Small?
GPT-6 Astra Pro (batch) is made by OpenAI. Inkling Small is made by Thinkingmachines.
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