GPT-5.2 o1 vs Grok 4
A detailed comparison to help you choose the right AI tool for your needs.
Our Pick
GPT-5.2 Thinking
GPT-5.2 Thinking edges out Grok 4.1 with superior overall performance and features that make it the better choice for most users.
Try GPT-5.2 o1Feature Comparison
Feature
GPT-5.2 o1
Grok 4
Ratings
Overall Rating
4.9
4.6
Coding
4.8
4.5
Writing
4.5
4.4
Reasoning
5.0
4.6
Speed
3.8
4.7
Value
4.0
4.3
Pricing
Monthly Price
$200
$25
Free Tier
Input (per 1M tokens)
$15
$5
Output (per 1M tokens)
$60
$15
Features
Context Window
128K
256K
Vision/Images
Audio
Video
Code Generation
AI Agents
GPT-5.2 Thinking
Pros
- Best reasoning model from OpenAI
- Edges out Gemini 3 and Claude Opus 4.5 on most tests
- Performs at/above human expert level on GDPval
- Excellent for coding, math, and document analysis
- State-of-the-art on SWE-Bench Pro
Cons
- Expensive ($200/mo for Pro subscription)
- Slower than Instant variant
- Requires Pro subscription for full access
- Writing can feel robotic
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 o1 if you need:
Complex reasoning, software engineering, research, math proofs
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.