GLM-5.3-Flash vs GPT-5.4
GLM-5.3-Flash significantly outperforms across most benchmarks. GLM-5.3-Flash is 23.7x cheaper per token.
Zhipu AI · OpenAI · Updated for 2026
Which is better?
GLM-5.3-Flash outperforms in 3 benchmarks (DeepSWE 1.1, Humanity's Last Exam, Toolathlon), while GPT-5.4 is better at 0 benchmarks. GLM-5.3-Flash significantly outperforms across most benchmarks.
On price, GLM-5.3-Flash is roughly 23.7x cheaper per token on a blended 3:1 input/output basis, which adds up quickly at production volume.
GLM-5.3-Flash also accepts a larger context window (1,048,576 input tokens), making it the stronger choice for long documents and large codebases.
Based on current benchmark, pricing, and model metadata for 2026.
Choose GLM-5.3-Flash
- you want the strongest raw capability — it leads on 3 of 3 shared benchmarks
- cost matters — it's about 23.7x cheaper per token
- you process long inputs — it offers a 1,048,576 token context window
- you want the most recent training data — it shipped Aug 2026
- you need open weights you can self-host or fine-tune
Choose GPT-5.4
- you want predictable pricing at $2.50/M input and $15.00/M output
At a glance
The differences that matter most.
Performance Benchmarks
Comparative analysis across standard metrics
GLM-5.3-Flash outperforms in 3 benchmarks (DeepSWE 1.1, Humanity's Last Exam, Toolathlon), while GPT-5.4 is better at 0 benchmarks.
GLM-5.3-Flash significantly outperforms across most benchmarks.
Arena Performance
Playground indexes and blind preference scores
Pricing Analysis
Price comparison per million tokens
For input processing, GLM-5.3-Flash ($0.15/1M tokens) is 16.7x cheaper than GPT-5.4 ($2.50/1M tokens).
For output processing, GLM-5.3-Flash ($0.50/1M tokens) is 30.0x cheaper than GPT-5.4 ($15.00/1M tokens).
In conclusion, GPT-5.4 is more expensive than GLM-5.3-Flash.*
* Using a 3:1 ratio of input to output tokens
Context Window
Maximum input and output token capacity
GLM-5.3-Flash accepts 1,048,576 input tokens compared to GPT-5.4's 1,000,000 tokens. GLM-5.3-Flash can generate longer responses up to 131,072 tokens, while GPT-5.4 is limited to 128,000 tokens.
Input Capabilities
Supported data types and modalities
Both GLM-5.3-Flash and GPT-5.4 support multimodal inputs.
They are both capable of processing various types of data, offering versatility in application.
GLM-5.3-Flash
GPT-5.4
License
Usage and distribution terms
GLM-5.3-Flash is licensed under MIT, while GPT-5.4 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-5.3-Flash was released on 2026-08-26, while GPT-5.4 was released on 2026-03-05.
GLM-5.3-Flash is 6 months newer than GPT-5.4.
Aug 26, 2026
1 days ago
5mo newerMar 5, 2026
5 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-5.3-Flash is available from DeepInfra, Novita, ZAI. GPT-5.4 is available from OpenAI.
GLM-5.3-Flash
GPT-5.4
Outputs Comparison
Judge for yourself.
Run your own prompts against GLM-5.3-Flash and GPT-5.4 side-by-side, then vote on the output you prefer.
FAQ
Common questions about GLM-5.3-Flash vs GPT-5.4.