Why use Grok 4 on xAI Console?
xAI Console offers Grok 4 with pay-as-you-go pricing at $3.00/1M input tokens. xAI, founded by Elon Musk in March 2023, focuses on advancing scientific discovery and understanding the universe through AI.
Compare Grok 4 across 4 providers to find the best fit for your use caseCompare Grok 4 Across Providers
| Provider | Input (per 1M) | Output (per 1M) |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft Foundry | — | — |
| OpenRouter | $3.00 | $15.00 |
| Replicate API | $7.20 | $36.00 |
| xAI Console | $3.00 | $15.00 |
Pricing
| Type | Price (per 1M) |
|---|---|
| Input tokens | $3.00 |
| Output tokens | $15.00 |
Capabilities
About Grok 4
Original Grok 4 API model (grok-4-0709) with 256K context, reasoning, text and image input, function calling, structured outputs, live browsing, and code execution support. xAI lists May 15, 2026 as the API retirement date for this model; new integrations should use Grok 4.3.
FAQ
What does Grok 4 cost on xAI Console?
On xAI Console, Grok 4 costs $3 per 1M input tokens and $15 per 1M output tokens.
What is the context window for Grok 4 on xAI Console?
Grok 4 supports a 256,000 token context window on xAI Console.
How does xAI Console compare to other Grok 4 providers?
Grok 4 is available from 4 providers. The cheapest input pricing is $3/1M tokens from OpenRouter.
What API model ID do I use for Grok 4 on xAI Console?
Use the model ID grok-4-0709 when calling xAI Console's API.
Who created Grok 4?
Grok 4 was created by xAI as part of the Grok 4 model family.
Is Grok 4 open source?
Grok 4 is not open source; the seed data lists it as proprietary.