GPT-4o (08-06) vs Grok Build 0.1
GPT-4o (08-06) (2024) and Grok Build 0.1 (2026) compare a standalone API model against a coding-specialized model. GPT-4o (08-06) ships a 128k-token context window, while Grok Build 0.1 ships a 256k-token context window. On pricing, GPT-4o (08-06) costs $2.50/1M input tokens; Grok Build 0.1 ranges from $1 to $2/1M input tokens by tier. This page treats the result as workflow and deployment fit, not a universal model winner.
Treat this as a product-type comparison: GPT-4o (08-06) is standalone API model, while Grok Build 0.1 is coding-specialized model. Choose based on workflow fit before reading any benchmark or price row as decisive.
Decision scorecard
Local evidence first| Signal | GPT-4o (08-06) | Grok Build 0.1 |
|---|---|---|
| Product type | Standalone API model | Coding-specialized model |
| Best for | multimodal apps and provider-routed production | custom coding agents, code generation, and tool loops |
| Decision fit | Coding, RAG, and Agents | Coding, RAG, and Agents |
| Context window | 128k | 256k |
| Cheapest output | $10/1M tokens | $2/1M tokens |
| Provider routes | 3 tracked | 3 tracked |
| Shared benchmarks | 0 shared | 0 shared |
Decision tradeoffs
- GPT-4o (08-06) uniquely exposes Code execution in local model data.
- Local decision data tags GPT-4o (08-06) for Coding, RAG, and Agents.
- Grok Build 0.1 has the larger context window for long prompts, retrieval packs, or transcript analysis.
- Grok Build 0.1 has the lower cheapest tracked output price at $2/1M tokens.
- Grok Build 0.1 uniquely exposes Reasoning, Function calling, and Tool use in local model data.
- Local decision data tags Grok Build 0.1 for Coding, RAG, and Agents.
Monthly cost at traffic
Estimate token spend from the cheapest tracked input and output route or tier on this page.
GPT-4o (08-06)
$4,500
Cheapest tracked route/tier: OpenAI API
Grok Build 0.1
$1,300
Cheapest tracked route/tier: xAI Console
Estimated monthly gap: $3,200. Batch, cache, alternate speed tiers, and negotiated pricing are excluded from this local estimate.
Switch friction
- Provider overlap exists on OpenRouter; start route-level A/B tests there.
- Grok Build 0.1 is $8/1M tokens lower on cheapest tracked output pricing before cache, batch, or negotiated discounts.
- Check replacement coverage for Code execution before moving production traffic.
- Grok Build 0.1 adds Reasoning, Function calling, and Tool use in local capability data.
- Provider overlap exists on OpenRouter; start route-level A/B tests there.
- GPT-4o (08-06) is $8/1M tokens higher on cheapest tracked output pricing, so quality gains need to justify the spend.
- Check replacement coverage for Reasoning, Function calling, and Tool use before moving production traffic.
- GPT-4o (08-06) adds Code execution in local capability data.
Specs
| Specification | ||
|---|---|---|
| Released | 2024-08-06 | 2026-05-14 |
| Context window | 128k | 256k |
| Parameters | 1.76T (8x222B MoE)* | — |
| Architecture | Mixture of Experts | - |
| License | Proprietary | Proprietary |
| Openness | Proprietary | Proprietary |
| Commercial use | Commercial use: conditional | Commercial use: conditional |
| Knowledge cutoff | 2023-10 | - |
Pricing and availability
| Pricing attribute | GPT-4o (08-06) | Grok Build 0.1 |
|---|---|---|
| Input price | $2.50/1M tokens |
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| Output price | $10/1M tokens |
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| Providers |
Capabilities
| Capability | GPT-4o (08-06) | Grok Build 0.1 |
|---|---|---|
| Vision | Yes | Yes |
| Multimodal | Yes | Yes |
| Reasoning | No | Yes |
| Function calling | No | Yes |
| Tool use | No | Yes |
| Structured outputs | Yes | Yes |
| Code execution | Yes | No |
| IDE integration | No | No |
| Computer use | No | No |
| Parallel agents | No | No |
Benchmarks
No shared benchmark scores are currently available for this pair.
Deep dive
The capability footprint differs most on reasoning mode: Grok Build 0.1, function calling: Grok Build 0.1, tool use: Grok Build 0.1, and code execution: GPT-4o (08-06). Both models share vision, multimodal input, and structured outputs, so the practical split is not just feature count. Use those differences to decide whether the page is about raw model quality, agentic coding support, multimodal ingestion, or predictable structured API behavior.
For cost, GPT-4o (08-06) lists $2.50/1M input and $10/1M output tokens on the cheapest tracked provider, while Grok Build 0.1 lists tiered pricing: 0-200,001t is $1/1M input and $2/1M output; 200,001t+ is $2/1M input and $4/1M output. A 70/30 input-output blend puts Grok Build 0.1 lower by about $3.45 per million blended tokens. For tiered rows, this cheapest-track view can understate interactive or fast-lane spend, so compare the tier you will actually use. Availability is 3 providers versus 3, so concentration risk also matters.
Choose GPT-4o (08-06) when coding workflow support are central to the workload. Choose Grok Build 0.1 when coding workflow support, larger context windows, and lower cheapest-tier input-token cost are more important. For production, rerun your own prompts through the exact provider, region, and tool stack you plan to ship.
FAQ
Which has a larger context window, GPT-4o (08-06) or Grok Build 0.1?
Grok Build 0.1 supports 256k tokens, while GPT-4o (08-06) supports 128k tokens. That gap matters most for long documents, large codebases, retrieval-heavy agents, and conversations where earlier context must remain visible.
Which is cheaper, GPT-4o (08-06) or Grok Build 0.1?
GPT-4o (08-06) lists $2.50/1M input and $10/1M output tokens on the cheapest tracked provider. Grok Build 0.1 lists tiered pricing: 0-200,001t is $1/1M input and $2/1M output; 200,001t+ is $2/1M input and $4/1M output. Compare the tier you will actually use; cheap async pricing can overstate savings for interactive workflows. Provider discounts or batch pricing can still change the final bill.
Is GPT-4o (08-06) or Grok Build 0.1 open source?
GPT-4o (08-06) is listed under Proprietary. Grok Build 0.1 is listed under Proprietary. License labels affect whether you can self-host, redistribute weights, or rely only on hosted APIs, so confirm the upstream license before deployment.
Which is better for vision, GPT-4o (08-06) or Grok Build 0.1?
Both GPT-4o (08-06) and Grok Build 0.1 expose vision. The better choice depends on benchmark fit, context budget, pricing, and whether your provider route exposes the same capability surface. Use this as a quick comparison signal, then confirm the provider-specific limits before committing to production.
Which is better for multimodal input, GPT-4o (08-06) or Grok Build 0.1?
Both GPT-4o (08-06) and Grok Build 0.1 expose multimodal input. The better choice depends on benchmark fit, context budget, pricing, and whether your provider route exposes the same capability surface.
Where can I run GPT-4o (08-06) and Grok Build 0.1?
GPT-4o (08-06) is available on OpenAI API, Salesforce Einstein Generative AI, and OpenRouter. Grok Build 0.1 is available on xAI Console, Vercel AI Gateway, and OpenRouter. Provider coverage can affect latency, region availability, compliance posture, and fallback options.
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Last reviewed: 2026-06-15. Data sourced from public model cards and provider documentation.