Claude Opus 4.7 vs GPT-4.1 nano

Claude Opus 4.7 vs GPT-4.1 nano: GPT-4.1 nano is cheaper for input-heavy usage ($0.10/M vs $5.00/M input tokens), while Claude Opus 4.7 is better for long-context tasks (1,000,000 tokens).

Direct answer: choose GPT-4.1 nano for lower token spend and choose Claude Opus 4.7 when your workload needs longer context.

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Claude Opus 4.7

OpenAI

GPT-4.1 nano

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Cost Comparison (1000 input + 500 output tokens, 100 requests/day)

Claude Opus 4.7

Per Request:$0.0175

Daily:$1.75

Monthly:$52.50

Yearly:$638.75

GPT-4.1 nano

Per Request:$0.000300

Daily:$0.03

Monthly:$0.90

Yearly:$10.95

Cost Differences

$0.0172

Per Request

$1.72

Daily

$51.60

Monthly

$627.80

Yearly

GPT-4.1 nano costs less than Claude Opus 4.7

Quick Recommendation

Winner for direct API pricing: GPT-4.1 nano. At the default workload, GPT-4.1 nano saves about $51.60/month ($627.80/year) versus Claude Opus 4.7.

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Feature Comparison

Feature	Claude Opus 4.7	GPT-4.1 nano
Provider	Anthropic	OpenAI
Input Price	$5.00/1M tokens	$0.10/1M tokens
Output Price	$25.00/1M tokens	$0.40/1M tokens
Context Window	1,000,000 tokens	128,000 tokens
Max Output	128,000 tokens	8,192 tokens
Category	flagship	efficient
Capabilities	textvisionreasoningcode	text
Release Date	4/16/2026	4/14/2025

Claude Opus 4.7 vs GPT-4.1 nano: Which Should You Choose?

Choosing between Claude Opus 4.7 and GPT-4.1 nano depends on your priorities: cost efficiency, context length, or raw capability. GPT-4.1 nano is the more affordable option at $0.10/1M input tokens — 98% cheaper than Claude Opus 4.7. Meanwhile, Claude Opus 4.7 offers a significantly larger context window at 1,000,000 tokens vs 128,000 for GPT-4.1 nano.

These models come from different providers — Anthropic and OpenAI — which means different API ecosystems, SDKs, rate limits, and terms of service. If you're already integrated with Anthropic, switching to OpenAIinvolves migration effort beyond just pricing. Factor in your existing infrastructure when deciding.

These models target different tiers: Claude Opus 4.7 is a flagship model while GPT-4.1 nano is efficient. This means they're optimized for different workloads. Claude Opus 4.7 is built for complex tasks that require deeper reasoning, while GPT-4.1 nano offers better value for routine operations.

Output costs matter too. Claude Opus 4.7 charges $25.00/1M output tokens vs $0.40 for GPT-4.1 nano. For generation-heavy workloads (content creation, code generation, summarization), output pricing often dominates your bill. GPT-4.1 nano has the edge here at $0.40/1M output tokens.

Multimodal capabilities: Claude Opus 4.7 supports vision (image inputs) while GPT-4.1 nano is text-only. If your application needs image understanding, this narrows your choice.

Best Use Cases

Choose Claude Opus 4.7 when:

• You need a larger context window (1,000,000 tokens)
• You need more capabilities (vision, reasoning, code)
• You need longer outputs (up to 128,000 tokens)
• You're already using Anthropic's API ecosystem

Choose GPT-4.1 nano when:

• Budget is a primary concern
• You're already using OpenAI's API ecosystem
• You're running high-volume, latency-sensitive workloads

Pros and Caveats at a Glance

Claude Opus 4.7

• Input pricing: $5.00/M tokens
• Output pricing: $25.00/M tokens
• Context window: 1,000,000 tokens
• Max output: 128,000 tokens

Watch out for

• Higher input cost than GPT-4.1 nano
• Higher output cost than GPT-4.1 nano

GPT-4.1 nano

• Input pricing: $0.10/M tokens
• Output pricing: $0.40/M tokens
• Context window: 128,000 tokens
• Max output: 8,192 tokens

Watch out for

• Smaller context window than Claude Opus 4.7

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is cheaper, Claude Opus 4.7 or GPT-4.1 nano?▼

GPT-4.1 nano is cheaper for input tokens at $0.10 per million tokens vs $5.00 for Claude Opus 4.7 — that's 98% savings on input costs.

What is the context window difference between Claude Opus 4.7 and GPT-4.1 nano?▼

Claude Opus 4.7 supports 1,000,000 tokens while GPT-4.1 nano supports 128,000 tokens — a difference of 872,000 tokens in favor of Claude Opus 4.7.

Which model is better for AI Chatbot?▼

Both models support text. For ai chatbot, GPT-4.1 nano is the lower-cost option, while Claude Opus 4.7 offers a larger context window (1,000,000 vs 128,000 tokens). Choose GPT-4.1 nano for budget sensitivity or Claude Opus 4.7 for longer context tasks.

Which model has better overall pricing for heavy usage?▼

At 100 requests/day with 1,000 input and 500 output tokens each, Claude Opus 4.7 costs about $52.50/month and GPT-4.1 nano costs about $0.90/month. Overall, GPT-4.1 nano has lower combined input + output rates ($0.10 in, $0.40 out) vs Claude Opus 4.7.

Where can I compare Anthropic and OpenAI API pricing beyond this model matchup?▼

See the Anthropic vs OpenAI provider comparison page for lineup-level averages, then review each model page for exact per-token rates.