GPT-5.2 Chat
OPENAI Developer Architecture Profile
Intelligence (ELO)1390Chatbot Arena Verified
Max Context128,000Tokens
API Cost / 1M$15.75Blended Prompt + Completion
Model Capabilities
- Coding & Logic
- Fictional
- Top Tier
GPT-5.2 Chat (AKA Instant) is the fast, lightweight member of the 5.2 family, optimized for low-latency chat while retaining strong general intelligence. It uses adaptive reasoning to selectively “think” on harder queries, improving accuracy on math, coding, and multi-step tasks without slowing down typical conversations. The model is warmer and more conversational by default, with better instruction following and more stable short-form reasoning. GPT-5.2 Chat is designed for high-throughput, interactive workloads where responsiveness and consistency matter more than deep deliberation.
Granular Pricing Matrix
Input Tokens (Prompt)$1.75 / 1M
Output Tokens (Completion)$14.00 / 1M
Pricing data via OpenRouter. Sync: 3/16/2026
Evaluate Competitors
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