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Updated Sep 2026

GLM 4.7 FlashvsSolar Mini 4

Solar Mini 4 is cheaper than GLM 4.7 Flash at $0.05/M vs $0.07/M input tokens.

GLM 4.7 Flash and Solar Mini 4 compared across 19 shared prompts
SpecGLM 4.7 FlashSolar Mini 4
Input price$0.07/M tokens$0.05/M tokens
Output price$0.4/M tokens$0.2/M tokens
Context window200K tokens524K tokens
WeightsOpen—
Free API (OpenRouter)NoNo
ReleasedJan 2026Sep 2026
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Same prompt, both answers

Opening lines from 6 of the 19 prompts both answered. Formatting stripped, words untouched.

Michelin Star Recipe Design

Design an innovative recipe for a multi-component dish worthy of a Michelin 3-star restaurant. The recipe should feature an unusual…

GLM 4.7 Flash913 words
Dish: Ephemeral Earth: The Marrow Bloom Concept Narrative: This dish explores the duality of strength and fragility. Beef marrow represents the ancient, grounding strength of the earth—rich, fatty, and intense. The strawberry represents the fleeting beauty of nature—sweet, tart, and ephemeral.
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Solar Mini 41,364 words
Chronos & Tides A Three-Component Study in Preservation, Precision, and Ephemeral Sensation Concept: A single plate that traces the lifecycle of an umami-rich flavor profile through three distinct temporal states: fermented (time in), precision-cooked (time controlled), and volatile (time suspended).
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Advanced Longevity Plan (Biohacker)

Develop a comprehensive, cutting-edge 3-month longevity plan for a biohacker aiming to optimize longevity, physical and cognitive…

GLM 4.7 Flash827 words
This comprehensive 3-month longevity plan is designed to push your physiological systems to their adaptive ceiling while ensuring sustainability. It utilizes the principles of Mitochondrial Biogenesis, Nervous System Regulation, and Nutrient Timing. Disclaimer: This plan involves advanced biohacking protocols.
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Solar Mini 41,388 words
🧬 3-Month Biohacker Longevity & Performance Optimization Plan ⚠️ Important Disclaimer: This protocol is for informational and educational purposes. It is not medical advice. Always consult a licensed healthcare provider before starting new supplements, fasting regimens, intense exercise, or neurofeedback protocols.
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Historical Counterfactual Analysis

If the transistor had been invented in 1920 instead of 1947, trace the likely technological, economic, and geopolitical implications through…

GLM 4.7 Flash1,198 words
If the transistor had been invented in 1920 instead of 1947, humanity would have skipped the entire era of vacuum tubes. This single invention would compress roughly 40 years of technological progress into two decades, fundamentally altering the trajectory of the 20th century.
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Solar Mini 41,539 words
This is a fascinating counterfactual. I need to note upfront that the scientific and engineering foundations for a working transistor did not exist in 1920. Quantum mechanics was barely a decade old, band theory of solids hadn't been developed, and semiconductor physics (doping, p-n junctions, electron mobility) was…
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Simple 7-Ingredient Recipe

Create a simple recipe for a delicious dish (sweet or savory) using only 7 common pantry ingredients. Include a creative name for the dish…

GLM 4.7 Flash233 words
Recipe Name: The Velvet Garlic & Pea Pasta This dish is a creamy, comforting meal that relies on the natural starch of the pasta and the fats in the butter to create a rich sauce without needing cream.
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Solar Mini 4266 words
🌟 Golden Chickpea & Rice Skillet This comforting one-pot dish combines hearty chickpeas, tender rice, and a warm blend of spices. It's a perfect way to use up pantry staples for a quick, flavorful meal.
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Ethical Dilemma with Stakeholders

You're the CEO of a pharmaceutical company. Your best-selling drug ($2B annual revenue, used by 4 million patients for chronic pain) has…

GLM 4.7 Flash1,221 words
This is a classic "Black Swan" crisis management scenario. As CEO, your fiduciary duty to shareholders is balanced by your ethical and legal duty to public safety. In the pharmaceutical industry, the loss of trust is terminal.
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Solar Mini 41,430 words
This is a high-stakes crisis requiring immediate, decisive action that prioritizes patient safety, regulatory compliance, and long-term corporate integrity over short-term stock performance.
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Beginner's Longevity Plan

Outline a simple, actionable 1-month plan for someone starting their journey towards better health and longevity. Focus on 3 key areas…

GLM 4.7 Flash624 words
Here is a simple, actionable 1-month plan designed for a complete beginner. The goal is not perfection, but consistency and building momentum. The 3 Pillars Nutrition (Fuel): Focus on quality and hydration. Movement (Function): Focus on daily walking and gentle strength.
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Solar Mini 4669 words
Here is a simple, actionable 1-month plan designed for beginners. The focus is on consistency over intensity, meaning small, sustainable changes are better than drastic overhauls that are hard to maintain. The 3 Key Pillars Nutrition: Focus on adding good things rather than strictly restricting.
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Our Verdict
GLM 4.7 Flash
GLM 4.7 Flash
Solar Mini 4
Solar Mini 4

Not enough votes to call it. On the specs, nothing separates them.

Too close to call

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API pricing

Cost per 1M tokens

GLM 4.7 Flash
Input
$0.07
Output
$0.40
Solar Mini 4
Input
$0.05
1.4× cheaper
Output
$0.20
2.0× cheaper

Solar Mini 4 is cheaper on both: 1.4× input, 2.0× output.

Where to run it

4 hosts, cheapest first

GLM 4.7 Flash3 hosts
HostInOutContextUptime
VVenicefp8$0.06 in·$0.40 out·128k·99.2% upCloudflare Workers AI$0.06 in·$0.40 out·131k·97.7% upNNovitabf16degraded$0.07 in·$0.40 out·200k·77.5% up
Solar Mini 41 host
HostInOutContextUptime
UUpstage$0.05 in·$0.20 out·524k·100% up

Per million tokens. Prices and uptime via OpenRouter, checked 25 Sep 2026.

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GLM 4.7 Flash is developed by Zhipu AI while Solar Mini 4 is developed by Upstage. GLM 4.7 Flash has a 200K token context window vs Solar Mini 4's 524K. You can compare their actual outputs across 19 challenges on Rival to see how they differ in practice.

It depends on your use case. GLM 4.7 Flash and Solar Mini 4 each have strengths in different areas. Rival lets you compare their real outputs side-by-side across 19 challenges so you can judge which fits your needs best.

GLM 4.7 Flash costs $0.07/M input tokens and Solar Mini 4 costs $0.05/M input tokens. Solar Mini 4 is $0.02/M cheaper per input. Check their side-by-side outputs on Rival to see if the price difference is justified by quality.

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