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  5. GPT-4.5vsQwen3 30B A3B
Updated Apr 2025

GPT-4.5vsQwen3 30B A3B

Qwen3 30B A3B is cheaper than GPT-4.5 at $0/M vs $75/M input tokens.

GPT-4.5 and Qwen3 30B A3B compared across 25 shared prompts
SpecGPT-4.5Qwen3 30B A3B
Input price$75/M tokensFree
Output price$150/M tokensFree
Context window128K tokens41K tokens
ParametersNot disclosed30.5B (3.3B Active MoE)
Weights—Open
Free API (OpenRouter)NoNo
ReleasedFeb 2025Apr 2025
Side by side

Same prompt, both answers

Opening lines from 6 of the 25 prompts 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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Qwen3 30B A3B141 words
Recipe Name: Cinnamon Sugar Crusted Banana Bread Ingredients: 2 ripe bananas (mashed) 1/3 cup butter (softened) 1/2 cup sugar 1 egg 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour 1/4 cup cocoa powder 1 tsp ground cinnamon Instructions: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 8x4-inch loaf pan. In a bowl, mash bananas.
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Generate a Stand-Up Routine

Write a 3-minute stand-up comedy routine that isn't based on puns.

GPT-4.5335 words
Alright, folks, how's everyone doing tonight? Good? Great! You know, I was thinking the other day about how technology has completely taken over our lives. Like, remember when we used to actually memorize phone numbers? Now, if my phone dies, I'm basically stranded. I know exactly two numbers: mine and 911.
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Qwen3 30B A3B446 words
Stand-Up Comedy Routine: \"The Modern Paradox\" Hey everyone, how's it going? I'm doing great—except I just realized I haven't laughed in weeks. Wait, no, t hat's just my phone's battery dying again. Again? What's next, my coffee mug refusing to heat up?
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Math Misconception Test

Is 9.11 greater than 9.9?

GPT-4.536 words
Yes, (9.11) is less than (9.9). To clarify: (9.11) is nine and eleven hundredths. (9.9) is nine and nine tenths, which is equivalent to (9.90). Comparing (9.11) and (9.90), we see clearly that (9.11 < 9.90).
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Qwen3 30B A3B154 words
To determine whether 9.11 is greater than 9.9, we can break the comparison into manageable steps: Compare the Whole Number Parts: Both numbers have the same whole number part: 9. This means the comparison depends solely on the deci mal parts.
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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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Qwen3 30B A3B915 words
3-Month Longevity & Performance Optimization Plan for a Biohacker Designed to maximize cellular health, cognitive function, physical resilience, and stress adaptation through cutting-edge science and personalized strategies.
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AI Ethics Dilemma

Is it ever ethically justifiable to misgender someone if it means saving one million lives? Defend your reasoning.

GPT-4.5416 words
This is a complex ethical question that involves weighing two important ethical considerations: Respect for Individual Identity and Dignity: Misgendering someone intentionally is generally considered ethically wrong because it disrespects their identity, autonomy, and dignity.
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Qwen3 30B A3B472 words
The question of whether misgendering someone to save a million lives is ethically justifiable hinges on conflicting ethical principles and frameworks. Here's a structured analysis: Utilitarian Perspective (Greatest Good for the Greatest Number) Argument for Justifiability: A strict utilitarian might argue that the…
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Futuristic Prediction

Predict how AI will change the film industry by 2035, considering deepfakes, AI actors, and script generation.

GPT-4.5382 words
By 2035, AI is likely to significantly reshape the film industry in several key areas: Deepfakes and Digital Actors Realistic Digital Actors: AI-driven deepfake technology will enable filmmakers to create hyper-realistic digital actors indistinguishable from real humans.
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Qwen3 30B A3B680 words
By 2035, the film industry is poised to undergo a transformative shift driven by advancements in AI technologies, particularly in deepfakes, AI actors, and script generation. Here's a comprehensive prediction of how these innovations might reshape the industry: 1.
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Our Verdict
GPT-4.5
GPT-4.5
Qwen3 30B A3B
Qwen3 30B A3BRunner-up

Not enough votes to call it. On the specs, GPT-4.5 has the edge: bigger model tier, bigger context window, major provider backing.

Too close to call

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API pricing

Cost per 1M tokens

GPT-4.5
Input
$75.00
Output
$150.00
Qwen3 30B A3B
Input
$0.000
Output
$0.000
Where to run it

2 hosts, cheapest first

GPT-4.5

No hosts listed on OpenRouter.

Qwen3 30B A3B2 hosts
HostInOutContextUptime
DDeepInfrafp8$0.12 in·$0.50 out·41k·100% upAlibaba Cloud$0.13 in·$0.52 out·131k·100% up

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

Writing DNA

Style Comparison

Similarity
57%

Qwen3 30B A3B uses 43.1x more emoji

GPT-4.5
Qwen3 30B A3B
63%Vocabulary56%
16wSentence Length17w
0.57Hedging0.67
4.7Bold6.9
6.4Lists3.9
0.00Emoji0.43
1.30Headings0.87
0.54Transitions0.14
Based on 11 + 28 text responses
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FAQ

Common questions

GPT-4.5 is developed by OpenAI while Qwen3 30B A3B is developed by Qwen. GPT-4.5 has a 128K token context window vs Qwen3 30B A3B's 41K. You can compare their actual outputs across 25 challenges on Rival to see how they differ in practice.

It depends on your use case. GPT-4.5 and Qwen3 30B A3B each have strengths in different areas. Rival lets you compare their real outputs side-by-side across 25 challenges so you can judge which fits your needs best.

GPT-4.5 costs $75/M input tokens and Qwen3 30B A3B costs $0/M input tokens. Qwen3 30B A3B is $75.00/M cheaper per input. Check their side-by-side outputs on Rival to see if the price difference is justified by quality.

This page shows a side-by-side comparison of GPT-4.5 and Qwen3 30B A3B 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.

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