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Why use GPT Audio on OpenAI API?
OpenAI API offers GPT Audio with pay-as-you-go pricing at $2.50/1M 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 Audio across 2 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-audioRequest example
import os
from openai import OpenAI
client = OpenAI() # reads OPENAI_API_KEY from env
response = client.chat.completions.create(
model="gpt-audio",
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 Audio Across Providers
| Provider | Input (per 1M) | Output (per 1M) |
|---|---|---|
| OpenRouter | $2.50 | $10.00 |
| OpenAI API | $2.50 | $10.00 |
Pricing
| Type | Price (per 1M) |
|---|---|
| Input tokens | $2.50 |
| Output tokens | $10.00 |
| Audio input | $32.00 |
Capabilities
About GPT Audio
Audio model for inputs/outputs via Chat Completions API. Replaces deprecated gpt-4o-audio-preview-2024-12-17.
FAQ
What does GPT Audio cost on OpenAI API?
On OpenAI API, GPT Audio costs $2.50 per 1M input tokens and $10.00 per 1M output tokens.
What is the context window for GPT Audio on OpenAI API?
GPT Audio supports a 128k token context window on OpenAI API.
How does OpenAI API compare to other GPT Audio providers?
GPT Audio is available from 2 providers. The cheapest input pricing is $2.5/1M tokens from OpenRouter.
What API model ID do I use for GPT Audio on OpenAI API?
Use the model ID gpt-audio when calling OpenAI API's API.
Who created GPT Audio?
GPT Audio was created by OpenAI as part of the GPT Audio model family.
Is GPT Audio open source?
GPT Audio is not open source; the seed data lists it as proprietary.