What is the difference between GPT-4.1 Mini and Seed 2.0 Code?

GPT-4.1 Mini is developed by OpenAI while Seed 2.0 Code is developed by ByteDance. GPT-4.1 Mini has a 1.0M token context window vs Seed 2.0 Code's 262K. You can compare their actual outputs across 53 challenges on Rival to see how they differ in practice.

Which is better, GPT-4.1 Mini or Seed 2.0 Code?

It depends on your use case. GPT-4.1 Mini and Seed 2.0 Code each have strengths in different areas. Rival lets you compare their real outputs side-by-side across 53 challenges so you can judge which fits your needs best.

How much does GPT-4.1 Mini cost compared to Seed 2.0 Code?

GPT-4.1 Mini costs $0.4/M input tokens and Seed 2.0 Code costs $0.5/M input tokens. GPT-4.1 Mini is $0.10/M cheaper per input. Check their side-by-side outputs on Rival to see if the price difference is justified by quality.

How can I compare GPT-4.1 Mini and Seed 2.0 Code on Rival?

This page shows a side-by-side comparison of GPT-4.1 Mini and Seed 2.0 Code across shared challenges. You can vote on which model produced the better output in a blind duel. Browsing and voting are free. No account is needed to look; signing in only saves your votes and likes.

Updated Aug 2026

GPT-4.1 MinivsSeed 2.0 Code

GPT-4.1 Mini is cheaper than Seed 2.0 Code at $0.4/M vs $0.5/M input tokens.

GPT-4.1 Mini and Seed 2.0 Code compared across 53 shared prompts
Spec	GPT-4.1 Mini	Seed 2.0 Code
Input price	$0.4/M tokens	$0.5/M tokens
Output price	$1.6/M tokens	$3/M tokens
Context window	1.0M tokens	262K tokens
Weights	Closed	—
Free API (OpenRouter)	No	No
Released	Apr 2025	Aug 2026