Model Comparison

GPT-5 CodexGPT-4.1
Let's see who can write code better - GPT-5 Codex or GPT-4.1

Model Information

GPT-5 Codex

OpenAI

Description

Flagship model from OpenAI optimised for coding tasks

Specifications

Context Window272K
Max Output33K
ReleasedSep 2025
API✓

Pricing (per 1M)

In / Out
$1.25/ $10

Key Features

CodingAdvanced reasoningMulti-modal native

Strengths

  • ✓State-of-the-art performance
  • ✓Optimised for coding
  • ✓Large context window

Weaknesses

  • ✗Likely very expensive
  • ✗Unknown specifications

Agent Support

No known agents

GPT-4.1

OpenAI

Description

Enhanced GPT-4 with improvements in reasoning and context handling

Specifications

Context Window200K
Max Output16K
ReleasedJan 2025
API✓

Pricing (per 1M)

In / Out
$2/ $8

Key Features

Extended context windowImproved reasoningBetter code generation

Strengths

  • ✓Large context window
  • ✓Enhanced capabilities
  • ✓Better performance

Weaknesses

  • ✗Not yet released
  • ✗Specifications uncertain

Agent Support