Model Comparison

GPT-5 MiniCursor Small
Let's see who can write code better - GPT-5 Mini or Cursor Small

Model Information

GPT-5 Mini

OpenAI

Description

Smaller, more efficient version of GPT-5

Specifications

Context Window272K
Max Output8K
ReleasedJun 2025
API

Pricing (per 1M)

In / Out
$0.25/ $2

Key Features

Cost-effectiveGood performanceGPT-5 architecture

Strengths

  • Lower cost
  • Still very capable
  • Fast inference

Weaknesses

  • Not yet released
  • Reduced capabilities vs full GPT-5

Agent Support

Cursor Small

Description

Cursor's proprietary small model optimized for code completion, only available in Cursor IDE

Specifications

Context Window60K
Max Output4K
ReleasedJun 2024
API

Key Features

Fast code completionIDE-optimizedLow latency

Strengths

  • Very fast responses
  • Optimized for IDE use
  • Good for autocomplete

Weaknesses

  • Limited to Cursor IDE
  • Smaller model
  • Less capable than larger models

Agent Support