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Why use GPT-4o-mini on OpenAI API?
OpenAI API offers GPT-4o-mini with pay-as-you-go pricing at $0.15/1M input tokens. OpenAI is a leading AI research and deployment company dedicated to developing safe and beneficial artificial general intelligence (AGI) for humanity.
Compare GPT-4o-mini across 3 providers to find the best fit for your use caseSetup recipe
Python + curlpip install openaiexport OPENAI_API_KEY=...import os
from openai import OpenAI
client = OpenAI() # reads OPENAI_API_KEY from env
response = client.chat.completions.create(gpt-4o-miniRequest example
import os
from openai import OpenAI
client = OpenAI() # reads OPENAI_API_KEY from env
response = client.chat.completions.create(
model="gpt-4o-mini",
messages=[{"role": "user", "content": "Hello"}]
)
print(response.choices[0].message.content)Gotchas
- Use the model slug directly, e.g. "gpt-4o" or "gpt-4.1-mini".
- The examples expect OPENAI_API_KEY; rename it only if your application config maps the new variable.
Compare GPT-4o-mini Across Providers
| Provider | Input (per 1M) | Output (per 1M) |
|---|---|---|
| OpenAI API | $0.15 | $0.60 |
| Azure OpenAI | — | — |
| OpenRouter | $0.15 | $0.60 |
Pricing
| Type | Price (per 1M) |
|---|---|
| Input tokens | $0.15 |
| Output tokens | $0.60 |
Capabilities
About GPT-4o-mini
OpenAI: GPT-4o-mini available via OpenRouter. Pricing: $0.15/1M input, $0.6/1M output.
FAQ
What does GPT-4o-mini cost on OpenAI API?
On OpenAI API, GPT-4o-mini costs $0.15 per 1M input tokens and $0.60 per 1M output tokens.
What is the context window for GPT-4o-mini on OpenAI API?
GPT-4o-mini supports a 128,000 token context window on OpenAI API.
How does OpenAI API compare to other GPT-4o-mini providers?
GPT-4o-mini is available from 3 providers. The cheapest input pricing is $0.15/1M tokens from OpenAI API.
What API model ID do I use for GPT-4o-mini on OpenAI API?
Use the model ID gpt-4o-mini when calling OpenAI API's API.
Who created GPT-4o-mini?
GPT-4o-mini was created by OpenAI as part of the GPT-4o model family.
Is GPT-4o-mini open source?
GPT-4o-mini is not open source; the seed data lists it as proprietary.