OpenAI Codex Mini vs GPT-4
Compare OpenAI Codex Mini and GPT-4, both from OpenAI, context windows of 200K vs 8K, tested across 6 shared challenges. Updated February 2026.
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OpenAI Codex MinivsGPT-4
6 challenges
Why OpenAI Codex Mini?
11.4x cheaper overall$1.50/M in · $6.00/M out
24.4x more context200K
24 months newerMay 2025
Why GPT-4?
No standout advantages
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OpenAI Codex MiniGPT-4
6 / 6
SVG Layout Challengeimage generation
Tests an AI's ability to generate vector graphics
GPT-4
As a AI text-based model, I'm currently unable to create SVG or any kind of images. However, I can guide you on how to do that. You will need to sketch a pelican riding a bicycle, scan or digitally draw your design, and then use a vector graphic software like Adobe Illustrator or Inkscape to create an SVG file of your design.
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2 / 6
Xbox Controller SVG Artimage generation
Tests an AI's ability to create detailed SVG illustrations of gaming hardware
OpenAI Codex Mini
GPT-4
As a text-based AI model developed by OpenAI, I'm incapable of creating images or drawings, such as requested vector or SVG graphics. I recommend you to use vector graphic software like Adobe Illustrator, Inkscape, or reach out to graphic designers who can make such an SVG art. However, I can generate pseudo-code as a guide for graphic designers to create SVG art:
<svg xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg" viewBox="0 0 512 512">
// Draw the main shape of the xbox controller
<path of main body shape>
// Draw the two joysticks
<circle_based_on_the_design_of_the_joystick_1>
<circle_based_on_the_design_of_the_joystick_2>
// Draw the D-pad
<path representing D-pad_up_shape>
<path representing D-pad_down_shape>
<path representing D-pad_left_shape>
<path representing D-pad_right_shape>
// Draw regular buttons (A, B, X, Y)
<circle_based_on_the_design_of_button_A>
<circle_based_on_the_design_of_button_B>
<circle_based_on_the_design_of_button_X>
<circle_based_on_the_design_of_button_Y>
// Draw special buttons (Start, Back, Xbox Button)
<shape_based_on_the_design_of_start_button>
<shape_based_on_the_design_of_back_button>
<shape_based_on_the_design_of_xbox_button>
</svg>
Please, replace the placeholders with actual SVG path and circle commands with correct coordinates. The colors, gradients, and other design specifications can be implemented within each individual element.
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World Map SVGimage generation
Tests an AI's ability to create a detailed world map in SVG format
OpenAI Codex Mini
GPT-4
As an AI text-based model, I am unable to create visuals or graphical content, including SVG maps. However, I can guide you on how to do this.\n\nFirst, you'll need an SVG editor like Inkscape or an online SVG editor.\n\nTo create a simple world map SVG:\n\n1. Import a real world map into your SVG editor.\n2. Use drawing tools to outline the continents.\n3. Fill each continent with a unique color.\n4. Add text labels on top of at least 5 major countries, for example, the US, China, Russia, Brazil, and Australia.\n\nYou might need some knowledge of SVG syntax to manipulate the SVG elements and attributes. Here's a basic example of SVG syntax for a circle:\n\nHTML\n<svg xmlns=\"http://www.w3.org/2000/svg\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\">\n <circle cx=\"250\" cy=\"250\" r=\"200\" fill=\"blue\" />\n</svg>\n\nIn this code snippet, cx, cy define the center of the circle, r is the radius, and fill defines the fill color.\n\nSince creating complex diagrams like world maps in SVG manually can be complex, you should consider using libraries such as D3.js that can help you manipulate SVG images and produce geographical data-based visualizations easily.
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4 / 6
Random Tailwind Webappweb design
Generate a single-page, self-contained HTML webapp using Tailwind CSS for a randomly chosen category/industry/niche.
OpenAI Codex Mini
GPT-4
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Surprise Animal SVGimage generation
Generate SVG art of a randomly chosen animal in a setting of its choosing.
OpenAI Codex Mini
GPT-4
As an AI, I'm currently unable to generate visual graphics or SVG arts directly. You might need a human artist or a specialized AI-based graphic design tool for this particular request. My main function is to assist users in generating human-like text based on the prompts given to me. Let me know if there's any text-based assistance you need!
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6 / 6
Retro macOS UI Recreationweb design
Recreate a classic, retro, macOS Desktop UI — make it interactive and nostalgic, make it as interactive as you can, you can be creative.. Feel free to showcase your skills. The entire application must be a single-page self-contained HTML file.
OpenAI Codex Mini
GPT-4
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