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Why use Grok Code Fast 1 on xAI Console?
xAI Console offers Grok Code Fast 1 with pay-as-you-go pricing at $1.25/1M input tokens. xAI, founded by Elon Musk in March 2023, focuses on advancing scientific discovery and understanding the universe through AI.
Compare Grok Code Fast 1 across 3 providers to find the best fit for your use caseSetup recipe
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Compare Grok Code Fast 1 Across Providers
| Provider | Input (per 1M) | Output (per 1M) |
|---|---|---|
| OpenRouter | $0.20 | $1.50 |
| Microsoft Foundry | — | — |
| xAI Console | $1.25 | $2.50 |
Pricing
| Type | Price (per 1M) |
|---|---|
| Input tokens | $1.25 |
| Output tokens | $2.50 |
Capabilities
About Grok Code Fast 1
xAI's Grok Code Fast 1 is a code-specialized Mixture-of-Experts model released August 27, 2025. Trained on programming data, pull requests, and code repositories, optimized for agentic coding tasks including tool calls, shell commands, and file editing. Supports Python, TypeScript, Rust, and other languages. Features high throughput (~92-129 tokens/sec). Proprietary, available via xAI API and select partners.
FAQ
What does Grok Code Fast 1 cost on xAI Console?
On xAI Console, Grok Code Fast 1 costs $1.25 per 1M input tokens and $2.50 per 1M output tokens.
What is the context window for Grok Code Fast 1 on xAI Console?
Grok Code Fast 1 supports a 262,144 token context window on xAI Console.
How does xAI Console compare to other Grok Code Fast 1 providers?
Grok Code Fast 1 is available from 3 providers. The cheapest input pricing is $0.2/1M tokens from OpenRouter.
What API model ID do I use for Grok Code Fast 1 on xAI Console?
Use the model ID grok-code-fast-1 when calling xAI Console's API.
Who created Grok Code Fast 1?
Grok Code Fast 1 was created by xAI as part of the Grok 4 model family.
Is Grok Code Fast 1 open source?
Grok Code Fast 1 is not open source; the seed data lists it as proprietary.