Grok Code Fast 1 vs Magistral Medium

Grok Code Fast 1 vs Magistral Medium: Grok Code Fast 1 is cheaper for input-heavy usage ($0.20/M vs $2.00/M input tokens), while Grok Code Fast 1 is better for long-context tasks (256,000 tokens).

Direct answer: choose Grok Code Fast 1 for lower token spend and choose Grok Code Fast 1 when your workload needs longer context.

Compare input and output token pricing, context windows, and monthly cost estimates on one page so you can pick the cheaper model fast.

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Grok Code Fast 1

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Magistral Medium

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

Grok Code Fast 1

Per Request:$0.000950

Daily:$0.095

Monthly:$2.85

Yearly:$34.675

Magistral Medium

Per Request:$0.004500

Daily:$0.45

Monthly:$13.50

Yearly:$164.25

Cost Differences

+$0.003550

Per Request

+$0.355

Daily

+$10.65

Monthly

+$129.575

Yearly

Magistral Medium costs more than Grok Code Fast 1

Quick Recommendation

Winner for direct API pricing: Grok Code Fast 1. At the default workload, Grok Code Fast 1 saves about $10.65/month ($129.575/year) versus Magistral Medium.

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Feature Comparison

Feature	Grok Code Fast 1	Magistral Medium
Provider	xAI	Mistral AI
Input Price	$0.20/1M tokens	$2.00/1M tokens
Output Price	$1.50/1M tokens	$5.00/1M tokens
Context Window	256,000 tokens	128,000 tokens
Max Output	32,768 tokens	32,768 tokens
Category	standard	reasoning
Capabilities	textcodereasoning	textreasoning
Release Date	2/1/2026	12/15/2025

Grok Code Fast 1 vs Magistral Medium: Which Should You Choose?

Choosing between Grok Code Fast 1 and Magistral Medium depends on your priorities: cost efficiency, context length, or raw capability. Grok Code Fast 1 is the more affordable option at $0.20/1M input tokens — 90% cheaper than Magistral Medium. Meanwhile, Grok Code Fast 1 offers a significantly larger context window at 256,000 tokens vs 128,000 for Magistral Medium.

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

These models target different tiers: Grok Code Fast 1 is a standard model while Magistral Medium is reasoning. This means they're optimized for different workloads. Magistral Medium targets more demanding workloads, while Grok Code Fast 1 provides a cost-effective option for everyday tasks.

Output costs matter too. Grok Code Fast 1 charges $1.50/1M output tokens vs $5.00 for Magistral Medium. For generation-heavy workloads (content creation, code generation, summarization), output pricing often dominates your bill. Grok Code Fast 1 has the edge here at $1.50/1M output tokens.

Best Use Cases

Choose Grok Code Fast 1 when:

• Budget is a primary concern
• You need a larger context window (256,000 tokens)
• You need more capabilities (code)
• You're already using xAI's API ecosystem

Choose Magistral Medium when:

• You're already using Mistral AI's API ecosystem

Pros and Caveats at a Glance

Grok Code Fast 1

• Input pricing: $0.20/M tokens
• Output pricing: $1.50/M tokens
• Context window: 256,000 tokens
• Max output: 32,768 tokens

Watch out for

• Trade-offs are minor in this matchup.

Magistral Medium

• Input pricing: $2.00/M tokens
• Output pricing: $5.00/M tokens
• Context window: 128,000 tokens
• Max output: 32,768 tokens

Watch out for

• Higher input cost than Grok Code Fast 1
• Higher output cost than Grok Code Fast 1
• Smaller context window than Grok Code Fast 1

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is cheaper, Grok Code Fast 1 or Magistral Medium?▼

Grok Code Fast 1 is cheaper for input tokens at $0.20 per million tokens vs $2.00 for Magistral Medium — that's 90% savings on input costs.

What is the context window difference between Grok Code Fast 1 and Magistral Medium?▼

Grok Code Fast 1 supports 256,000 tokens while Magistral Medium supports 128,000 tokens — a difference of 128,000 tokens in favor of Grok Code Fast 1.

Which model is better for AI Chatbot?▼

Both models support text. For ai chatbot, Grok Code Fast 1 is the lower-cost option, while Grok Code Fast 1 offers a larger context window (256,000 vs 128,000 tokens). Choose Grok Code Fast 1 for budget sensitivity or Grok Code Fast 1 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, Grok Code Fast 1 costs about $2.85/month and Magistral Medium costs about $13.50/month. Overall, Grok Code Fast 1 has lower combined input + output rates ($0.20 in, $1.50 out) vs Magistral Medium.

Where can I compare xAI and Mistral AI API pricing beyond this model matchup?▼

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