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GPT-4o-mini vs Gemini 2.0 Flash

Compare the cheapest AI models in 2026. GPT-4o-mini vs Gemini Flash — pricing, context windows, and which budget model gives you the best value.

OpenAI
GPT-4o-mini

High-volume classification, extraction, and simple Q&A

Pricing (per 1M tokens)

Input$0.15
Output$0.6
Context Window128K

Key Strengths

  • Just $0.15 per million input tokens
  • Surprisingly good output quality for the price
  • Full OpenAI ecosystem compatibility
Google
Gemini 2.0 Flash

Budget-friendly bulk processing with long context needs

Pricing (per 1M tokens)

Input$0.1
Output$0.4
Context Window1M

Key Strengths

  • Cheapest commercial AI model at $0.10 per 1M input tokens
  • Massive 1M token context window
  • Fastest response times in its class
Our Verdict

Both models deliver remarkable value. Gemini Flash is the absolute cheapest at $0.10 per million input tokens and offers a 1M context window — unbeatable for bulk processing. GPT-4o-mini is slightly pricier but benefits from the OpenAI ecosystem. For pure cost savings, Gemini Flash wins; for ecosystem compatibility, GPT-4o-mini is the better budget pick.

Quick Comparison

FeatureGPT-4o-miniGemini 2.0 Flash
ProviderOpenAIGoogle
Input Price / 1M tokens$0.15$0.1
Output Price / 1M tokens$0.6$0.4
Context Window128K1M
Best ForHigh-volume classification, extraction, and simple Q&ABudget-friendly bulk processing with long context needs

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Disclaimer: Prices and features current as of February 2026. Check provider websites for latest pricing. Actual costs may vary based on usage tier, commitment discounts, and regional availability.