Model Comparison

GPT OSS 120B vs Qwen3 32B

GPT OSS 120B significantly outperforms across most benchmarks. Qwen3 32B is 1.2x cheaper per token.

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Performance Benchmarks

Comparative analysis across standard metrics

1 benchmarks

GPT OSS 120B outperforms in 1 benchmarks (CodeForces), while Qwen3 32B is better at 0 benchmarks.

GPT OSS 120B significantly outperforms across most benchmarks.

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Arena Performance

Human preference votes

Pricing Analysis

Price comparison per million tokens

Qwen3 32B costs less

For input processing, GPT OSS 120B ($0.09/1M tokens) is 1.1x cheaper than Qwen3 32B ($0.10/1M tokens).

For output processing, GPT OSS 120B ($0.45/1M tokens) is 1.5x more expensive than Qwen3 32B ($0.30/1M tokens).

In conclusion, GPT OSS 120B is more expensive than Qwen3 32B.*

* Using a 3:1 ratio of input to output tokens

Lowest available price from all providers

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GPT OSS 120B

Input tokens$0.09

Output tokens$0.45

Best providerDeepinfra

Qwen3 32B

Input tokens$0.10

Output tokens$0.30

Best providerDeepinfra

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Model Size

Parameter count comparison

84.0B diff

GPT OSS 120B has 84.0B more parameters than Qwen3 32B, making it 256.1% larger.

GPT OSS 120B

116.8Bparameters

Qwen3 32B

32.8Bparameters

116.8B

GPT OSS 120B

32.8B

Qwen3 32B

Context Window

Maximum input and output token capacity

GPT OSS 120B accepts 131,072 input tokens compared to Qwen3 32B's 128,000 tokens. GPT OSS 120B can generate longer responses up to 131,072 tokens, while Qwen3 32B is limited to 128,000 tokens.

GPT OSS 120B

Input131,072 tokens

Output131,072 tokens

Qwen3 32B

Input128,000 tokens

Output128,000 tokens

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License

Usage and distribution terms

Both models are licensed under Apache 2.0.

Both models share the same licensing terms, providing consistent usage rights.

GPT OSS 120B

Apache 2.0

Open weights

Qwen3 32B

Apache 2.0

Open weights

Release Timeline

When each model was launched

GPT OSS 120B was released on 2025-08-05, while Qwen3 32B was released on 2025-04-29.

GPT OSS 120B is 3 months newer than Qwen3 32B.

GPT OSS 120B

Aug 5, 2025

9 months ago

3mo newer

Qwen3 32B

Apr 29, 2025

1.0 years ago

Knowledge Cutoff

When training data ends

Neither model specifies a knowledge cutoff date.

Unable to compare the recency of their training data.

No cutoff dates available

Provider Availability

GPT OSS 120B is available from DeepInfra, Novita, OpenAI, Fireworks, Groq. Qwen3 32B is available from DeepInfra, Novita, Sambanova.

GPT OSS 120B

Deepinfra

Input Price:Input: $0.09/1MOutput Price:Output: $0.45/1M

Novita

Input Price:Input: $0.10/1MOutput Price:Output: $0.50/1M

OpenAI

Input Price:Input: $0.10/1MOutput Price:Output: $0.50/1M

Fireworks

Input Price:Input: $0.15/1MOutput Price:Output: $0.60/1M

Groq

Input Price:Input: $0.15/1MOutput Price:Output: $0.60/1M

Qwen3 32B

Deepinfra

Input Price:Input: $0.10/1MOutput Price:Output: $0.30/1M

Novita

Input Price:Input: $0.10/1MOutput Price:Output: $0.44/1M

Sambanova

Input Price:Input: $0.40/1MOutput Price:Output: $0.80/1M

* Prices shown are per million tokens

Outputs Comparison

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Key Takeaways

GPT OSS 120B

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OpenAI

Larger context window (131,072 tokens)

Less expensive input tokens

Higher CodeForces score (82.1% vs 65.9%)

Qwen3 32B

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Alibaba Cloud / Qwen Team

Less expensive output tokens

Detailed Comparison

AI Model Comparison Table
Feature	GPT OSS 120B	Qwen3 32B

FAQ

Common questions about GPT OSS 120B vs Qwen3 32B.

Which is better, GPT OSS 120B or Qwen3 32B?

GPT OSS 120B significantly outperforms across most benchmarks. GPT OSS 120B is made by OpenAI and Qwen3 32B is made by Alibaba Cloud / Qwen Team. The best choice depends on your use case — compare their benchmark scores, pricing, and capabilities above.

How does GPT OSS 120B compare to Qwen3 32B in benchmarks?

GPT OSS 120B scores MMLU: 90.0%, CodeForces: 82.1%, GPQA: 80.1%, TAU-bench Retail: 67.8%, HealthBench: 57.6%. Qwen3 32B scores Arena Hard: 93.8%, AIME 2024: 81.4%, LiveBench: 74.9%, MultiLF: 73.0%, AIME 2025: 72.9%.

Is GPT OSS 120B cheaper than Qwen3 32B?

GPT OSS 120B is 1.1x cheaper for input tokens. GPT OSS 120B costs $0.09/M input and $0.45/M output via deepinfra. Qwen3 32B costs $0.10/M input and $0.30/M output via deepinfra.

What are the context window sizes for GPT OSS 120B and Qwen3 32B?

GPT OSS 120B supports 131K tokens and Qwen3 32B supports 128K tokens. A larger context window lets you process longer documents, conversations, or codebases in a single request.

What are the main differences between GPT OSS 120B and Qwen3 32B?

Key differences include context window (131K vs 128K), input pricing ($0.09 vs $0.10/M). See the full comparison above for benchmark-by-benchmark results.

Who makes GPT OSS 120B and Qwen3 32B?

GPT OSS 120B is developed by OpenAI and Qwen3 32B is developed by Alibaba Cloud / Qwen Team.