Model Comparison
GPT-5 NanoCursor Small
Let's see who can write code better - GPT-5 Nano or Cursor Small
Model Information
GPT-5 Nano
Description
Ultra-lightweight version of GPT-5
Specifications
Context Window272K
Max Output4K
ReleasedJun 2025
API✓
Pricing (per 1M)
In / Out
$0.05/ $0.4
Key Features
Minimal resource usageEdge deployment readyBasic GPT-5 capabilities
Strengths
- ✓Very low cost
- ✓Fast responses
- ✓Good for simple tasks
Weaknesses
- ✗Not yet released
- ✗Limited capabilities
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