GPT-5.2 vs Grok 4
A detailed comparison to help you choose the right AI tool for your needs.
Our Pick
GPT-5.2 Instant
GPT-5.2 Instant edges out Grok 4.1 with superior overall performance and features that make it the better choice for most users.
Try GPT-5.2Feature Comparison
Feature
GPT-5.2
Grok 4
Ratings
Overall Rating
4.8
4.6
Coding
4.6
4.5
Writing
4.8
4.4
Reasoning
4.7
4.6
Speed
4.9
4.7
Value
4.7
4.3
Pricing
Monthly Price
$20
$25
Free Tier
Input (per 1M tokens)
$2.5
$5
Output (per 1M tokens)
$10
$15
Features
Context Window
128K
256K
Vision/Images
Audio
Video
Code Generation
AI Agents
GPT-5.2 Instant
Pros
- Newest OpenAI model (Dec 2025)
- Fast responses optimized for speed
- 30% fewer hallucinations than GPT-5.1
- Knowledge cutoff August 2025
- Better at spreadsheets and presentations
- Matches human experts on professional tasks
Cons
- Not as strong as Thinking variant for complex tasks
- Requires paid subscription for full access
- Coding not as strong as Claude Opus 4.5
Grok 4.1
Pros
- Real-time access to X (Twitter) data
- Best for current events and live data
- Strong coding (74.9% SWE-bench)
- Less filtered/censored responses
- 256K context window
Cons
- Requires X Premium+ subscription
- Less polished than competitors
- Limited enterprise features
- No free tier
Choose GPT-5.2 if you need:
Daily tasks, writing, translation, quick coding help
Choose Grok 4 if you need:
Current events, real-time data, social media analysis
Ready to get started?
Both tools offer free tiers or trials. Try them out and see which one works best for your workflow.