Model Comparison
GLM-5 vs GPT-5.2 Pro
GPT-5.2 Pro significantly outperforms across most benchmarks. GLM-5 is 37.3x cheaper per token.
Performance Benchmarks
Comparative analysis across standard metrics
GLM-5 outperforms in 0 benchmarks, while GPT-5.2 Pro is better at 1 benchmark (BrowseComp).
GPT-5.2 Pro significantly outperforms across most benchmarks.
Arena Performance
Human preference votes
Pricing Analysis
Price comparison per million tokens
For input processing, GLM-5 ($1.00/1M tokens) is 21.0x cheaper than GPT-5.2 Pro ($21.00/1M tokens).
For output processing, GLM-5 ($3.20/1M tokens) is 52.5x cheaper than GPT-5.2 Pro ($168.00/1M tokens).
In conclusion, GPT-5.2 Pro is more expensive than GLM-5.*
* Using a 3:1 ratio of input to output tokens
Context Window
Maximum input and output token capacity
GPT-5.2 Pro accepts 400,000 input tokens compared to GLM-5's 200,000 tokens. Both models can generate responses up to 128,000 tokens.
Input Capabilities
Supported data types and modalities
GPT-5.2 Pro supports multimodal inputs, whereas GLM-5 does not.
GPT-5.2 Pro can handle both text and other forms of data like images, making it suitable for multimodal applications.
GLM-5
GPT-5.2 Pro
License
Usage and distribution terms
GLM-5 is licensed under MIT, while GPT-5.2 Pro uses a proprietary license.
License differences may affect how you can use these models in commercial or open-source projects.
MIT
Open weights
Proprietary
Closed source
Release Timeline
When each model was launched
GLM-5 was released on 2026-02-11, while GPT-5.2 Pro was released on 2025-12-11.
GLM-5 is 2 months newer than GPT-5.2 Pro.
Feb 11, 2026
1 months ago
2mo newerDec 11, 2025
3 months ago
Knowledge Cutoff
When training data ends
Neither model specifies a knowledge cutoff date.
Unable to compare the recency of their training data.
Provider Availability
GLM-5 is available from ZAI. GPT-5.2 Pro is available from OpenAI.
GLM-5
GPT-5.2 Pro
Outputs Comparison
Key Takeaways
GLM-5
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GPT-5.2 Pro
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Detailed Comparison
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FAQ
Common questions about GLM-5 vs GPT-5.2 Pro