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
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