GPT-5.1 vs Llama 4 Maverick
Compare OpenAI and Meta (via Together AI) AI models
Cost Comparison (1000 input + 500 output tokens, 100 requests/day)
GPT-5.1
Llama 4 Maverick
Cost Differences
Llama 4 Maverick costs less than GPT-5.1
Feature Comparison
| Feature | GPT-5.1 | Llama 4 Maverick |
|---|---|---|
| Provider | OpenAI | Meta (via Together AI) |
| Input Price | $1.25/1M tokens | $0.27/1M tokens |
| Output Price | $10.00/1M tokens | $0.85/1M tokens |
| Context Window | 1,000,000 tokens | 1,000,000 tokens |
| Max Output | 131,072 tokens | 65,536 tokens |
| Category | flagship | flagship |
| Capabilities | textvisionaudiocodereasoning | textvisioncode |
| Release Date | 11/12/2025 | 4/5/2025 |
GPT-5.1 vs Llama 4 Maverick: Which Should You Choose?
Choosing between GPT-5.1 and Llama 4 Maverick depends on your priorities: cost efficiency, context length, or raw capability. Llama 4 Maverick is the more affordable option at $0.27/1M input tokens — 78% cheaper than GPT-5.1.
These models come from different providers — OpenAI and Meta (via Together AI) — which means different API ecosystems, SDKs, rate limits, and terms of service. If you're already integrated with OpenAI, switching to Meta (via Together AI)involves migration effort beyond just pricing. Factor in your existing infrastructure when deciding.
Both models are in the flagship category, making this a direct head-to-head comparison. At scale — say 10,000 requests per day — the cost difference adds up: Llama 4 Maverick would save you roughly $1,666.50/month compared to GPT-5.1. For startups and indie developers, that difference can be significant.
Output costs matter too. GPT-5.1 charges $10.00/1M output tokens vs $0.85 for Llama 4 Maverick. For generation-heavy workloads (content creation, code generation, summarization), output pricing often dominates your bill. Llama 4 Maverick has the edge here at $0.85/1M output tokens.
Multimodal capabilities: Both models support vision (image understanding), so you can send images alongside text prompts with either option.
Best Use Cases
Choose GPT-5.1 when:
- • You need more capabilities (audio, reasoning)
- • You need longer outputs (up to 131,072 tokens)
- • You're already using OpenAI's API ecosystem
Choose Llama 4 Maverick when:
- • Budget is a primary concern
- • You're already using Meta (via Together AI)'s API ecosystem
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