What is the difference between GPT-4.5 and Ling 3.0 Flash?

GPT-4.5 is developed by OpenAI while Ling 3.0 Flash is developed by inclusionAI. GPT-4.5 has a 128K token context window vs Ling 3.0 Flash's 262K. You can compare their actual outputs across 3 challenges on Rival to see how they differ in practice.

Which is better, GPT-4.5 or Ling 3.0 Flash?

It depends on your use case. GPT-4.5 and Ling 3.0 Flash each have strengths in different areas. Rival lets you compare their real outputs side-by-side across 3 challenges so you can judge which fits your needs best.

How much does GPT-4.5 cost compared to Ling 3.0 Flash?

GPT-4.5 costs $75/M input tokens and Ling 3.0 Flash costs $0.021/M input tokens. Ling 3.0 Flash is $74.98/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-4.5 and Ling 3.0 Flash on Rival?

This page shows a side-by-side comparison of GPT-4.5 and Ling 3.0 Flash 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 Jul 2026

GPT-4.5vsLing 3.0 Flash

Ling 3.0 Flash is cheaper than GPT-4.5 at $0.021/M vs $75/M input tokens.

GPT-4.5 and Ling 3.0 Flash compared across 3 shared prompts
Spec	GPT-4.5	Ling 3.0 Flash
Input price	$75/M tokens	$0.021/M tokens
Output price	$150/M tokens	$0.063/M tokens
Context window	128K tokens	262K tokens
Parameters	Not disclosed	124B
Weights	—	Open
Free API (OpenRouter)	No	No
Released	Feb 2025	Jul 2026

Side by side

Same prompt, both answers

Opening lines from every prompt both answered. Formatting stripped, words untouched.

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…

GPT-4.5153 words

Sweet Cinnamon Sugar Swirls Ingredients: 1 sheet puff pastry, thawed 1/4 cup granulated sugar 1 tablespoon cinnamon 2 tablespoons melted butter Pinch of salt 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Powdered sugar (optional for dusting) Prep Time: 10 minutes Cook Time: 15 minutes Total Time: 25 minutes Instructions: Preheat your…

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Ling 3.0 Flash248 words

🍝 Honey Fire Twirls A sticky-sweet, spicy, savory pasta that comes together in minutes. 🧺 Ingredients (7 pantry staples) Spaghetti (or penne) — 8 oz Olive oil — 2 tablespoons Garlic, minced — 4 cloves Honey — 3 tablespoons Soy sauce — 2 tablespoons Red pepper flakes — ½ teaspoon (adjust to taste) Parmesan cheese…

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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…

GPT-4.5202 words

Longevity Optimization Protocol (3-Month Timeline) Month 1: Establish Foundational Habits & Baseline Metrics Full biomarker panel & epigenetic age test. Wearable setup: Oura/WHOOP, CGM, HR chest strap. Diet: 5-day keto (70/25/5) + 2 carb-refeed days; 16:8 IF + weekly 24-h fast.

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Ling 3.0 Flash2,901 words

🧬 THE 90-DAY LONGEVITY OPTIMIZATION BLUEPRINT A Comprehensive Biohacking Protocol for Cellular Renewal, Cognitive Enhancement & Vitality Disclaimer: This protocol is for educational and informational purposes only. Many compounds listed (rapamycin, metformin, etc.) require physician supervision and prescription.

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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…

GPT-4.5322 words

Dish Title: "Ocean & Earth Symphony: Kombu-Cured Venison, Sea Urchin Custard, Black Garlic Soil, and Smoked Cherry Blossom Emulsion" Conceptual Narrative: This composition embodies the delicate interplay between land and sea, exploring the subtle yet profound connection between umami-rich sea elements and earthy forest…

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Ling 3.0 Flash2,510 words

🍽️ TERRA NUDA — A Study in Forest Petrichor A Six-Component Dish Exploring the Ephemeral Moment After Rain Falls on a Living Forest 📖 CONCEPTUAL NARRATIVE Terra Nuda — Latin for "naked earth" — is inspired by the liminal moment immediately after a summer storm passes through a forest: the air thick with petrichor…

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Our Verdict

GPT-4.5

Ling 3.0 Flash

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

Ling 3.0 Flash costs 2381x less per token.

Too close to call

API pricing

Cost per 1M tokens

GPT-4.5

Input

$75.00

Output

$150.00

Ling 3.0 Flash

Input

$0.02

3571× cheaper

Output

$0.06

2381× cheaper

Ling 3.0 Flash is cheaper on both: 3571× input, 2381× output.

Where to run it

2 hosts, cheapest first

GPT-4.5

No hosts listed on OpenRouter.

Ling 3.0 Flash2 hosts

HostInOutContextUptime

Novita$0.02 in$0.06 out262k100% up DeepInfrabf16$0.06 in$0.18 out131k99.6% up

Per million tokens. Prices and uptime via OpenRouter, checked 22 Sep 2026.

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Simple 7-Ingredient Recipe

Advanced Longevity Plan (Biohacker)

Michelin Star Recipe Design

Cost per 1M tokens

2 hosts, cheapest first

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What is the difference between GPT-4.5 and Ling 3.0 Flash?

Which is better, GPT-4.5 or Ling 3.0 Flash?

How much does GPT-4.5 cost compared to Ling 3.0 Flash?

How can I compare GPT-4.5 and Ling 3.0 Flash on Rival?

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Same prompt, both answers

Simple 7-Ingredient Recipe

Advanced Longevity Plan (Biohacker)

Michelin Star Recipe Design

Cost per 1M tokens

2 hosts, cheapest first

What we learned reading every model

Common questions

What is the difference between GPT-4.5 and Ling 3.0 Flash?

Which is better, GPT-4.5 or Ling 3.0 Flash?

How much does GPT-4.5 cost compared to Ling 3.0 Flash?

How can I compare GPT-4.5 and Ling 3.0 Flash on Rival?

More comparisons

Against the newest arrivals

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