GPT-4.1 vs GPT-4.1 Mini
Side-by-side comparison of pricing, capabilities, benchmarks, and use case fit.
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GPT-4.1
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GPT-4.1 Mini
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Capability radar
Normalized coding, reasoning, writing, vision, context, and value
GPT-4.1GPT-4.1 Mini
| Metric | GPT-4.1 | GPT-4.1 Mini |
|---|---|---|
| Input Price / 1M | $2.00 | $0.40 |
| Output Price / 1M | $8.00 | $1.60 |
| Combined Price / 1M | $10.00 | $2.00 |
| Context Window | 1,047,576 | 1,047,576 |
| Coding Score | 94 | 88 |
| Reasoning Score | 92 | 85 |
| Vision Score | 90 | 82 |
| Audio | Yes | Yes |
| Streaming | Yes | Yes |
| Function Calling | Yes | Yes |
| Latency Tier | standard | fast |
| Release Date | 4/14/2025 | 4/14/2025 |
GPT-4.1 — Strengths & Weaknesses
Strengths
- Massive context
- Strong coding
- Competitive pricing
Weaknesses
- Newer model with evolving tooling
GPT-4.1 Mini — Strengths & Weaknesses
Strengths
- 1M context at low cost
- Good coding performance
Weaknesses
- Not ideal for deepest reasoning tasks
Use Case Verdicts
Enterprise Use
GPT-4.1 combines strong reasoning, tooling, and context for enterprise workloads.
Agent Workflows
GPT-4.1 is better suited for agentic workflows with tool use and coding capability.