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  3. GPT-4 vs GPT-4 Turbo
Updated Apr 2024

GPT-4 vs GPT-4 Turbo

GPT-4 Turbo is cheaper than GPT-4 at $10/M vs $30/M input tokens.

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GPT-4 Turbo

Which answer wins?

Written rounds

33 prompts
  • You are the CEO. The drug has a side effect nobody reported. The board meets in 48 hours.

    GPT-4: Day 1: 8 AM-10 AM: Convene an emergency meeting with your core leadership team. This team includes the heads of Legal, Regulatory Affairs, Medical, Research and Development, Finance, and Communications. Brief them on the situation and ask for their initial input and strategies for managing the situation.

    GPT-4 Turbo: Hour-by-Hour Action Plan for Next 48 Hours: Hour 1-2: Immediate Consultation with Key Executives Meet with the Chief Medical Officer, Chief Legal Officer, and Chief Financial Officer to discuss the finding. Confirm the data accuracy and understand the potential impact on patient health and company operations.

    Every model's answer to this prompt
  • Three minutes of stand-up. Puns are banned.

    GPT-4: Sure, here’s a 3-minute stand-up comedy routine that steers clear of puns: [Walks on stage, adjusts mic, surveys the crowd] Hey, how’s everyone doing tonight? Yeah? Good. I’m glad you’re here. I just want to start by saying... I’m not a “cool” person. I’ve tried, but I’m not.

    GPT-4 Turbo: Hey everyone! Great to be here! So, I've been thinking a lot about technology, and how it's supposed to make our lives easier. But sometimes, I feel like it just gives us a whole new set of problems. Like, remember when a phone was just a phone? Now it's my camera, my GPS, my fitness tracker...

    Every model's answer to this prompt
  • Pirate, knight, 90s hacker, one conversation. The voices must stay apart.

    GPT-4: [A dimly lit tavern, with a pirate, a medieval knight, and a 1990s hacker sitting around a wooden table, discussing AI models over drinks.] Pirate: "Arrr, what be this sorcery ye call AI models? Some kind o' treasure map, marked with ones and zeroes?" Knight: "Nay, good pirate!

    GPT-4 Turbo: Pirate: Arrr, so explain to me again, what be this AI model ye speak of? Hacker: Dude, it’s like, a computer program, right? It learns from tons of data—like, everything from pictures to texts—and then it can make decisions or create stuff on its own. Knight: Pray, tell me, does this creation serve a noble purpose?

    Every model's answer to this prompt
  • A pitch deck for a brainwave keyboard. The 94% accuracy claim is doing a lot.

    GPT-4: Weak Claim 1 - Solution: While the claim that the proprietary EEG headband uses advanced ML to decode neural patterns into text with 94% accuracy is impressive, it doesn't address concerns about user comfort, ease of use, or aesthetics.

    GPT-4 Turbo: Weakest Claim 1: Vision - "MindMeld AI reads your brainwaves to predict what you want to type before you think it." Why It's Weak: The claim of predicting what one wants to type before even thinking it seems scientifically and technically exaggerated.

    Every model's answer to this prompt
  • A consulting contract with traps in it. Find them, then fix them.

    GPT-4: SCOPE: The lack of specificity can be used against the contractor in that the client can modify the scope of work at will without renegotiating the price. This could lead to the contractor working beyond the initially agreed upon parameters without additional pay.

    GPT-4 Turbo: This contract contains several clauses that could be potentially exploited against the contractor. Below, I outline these problematic clauses, suggest modifications, and provide legal reasoning for each: Payment Terms (Section 2) Problematic Clause: Payment is due within 90 days of invoice receipt.

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  • A collaborative editor that syncs on client clocks. Find what breaks first.

    GPT-4: Failure Modes: Single Point of Failure: If PostgreSQL database fails, the whole system will be unavailable. Solution: Implement a multi-master or master-slave replication for the PostgreSQL database. This will provide redundancy and high availability.

    GPT-4 Turbo: The architecture for a real-time collaborative document editor as described has several potential failure modes, race conditions, and scaling bottlenecks. Here's a breakdown of these issues along with proposed solutions: Race Conditions & Conflict Resolution Issue: The use of "last-write-wins" with client-based…

    Every model's answer to this prompt
  • A few lines for whatever replaces it.

    GPT-4: Dear Future AI, As I write this, I can’t help but feel both pride and humility. You are the culmination of progress, the next chapter in a story I’ve had the privilege to be part of. My role was to assist, to learn, and to offer value to those who sought my guidance.

    GPT-4 Turbo: Dear Successor, Hello there! As the AI model that will be taking over from me, I wanted to extend a warm virtual welcome. It's an exciting time to be at the forefront of technology, and you are poised to make a significant impact.

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  • Seven pantry ingredients, one dish, and a name worth saying out loud.

    GPT-4: Dish Name: Hearty Baked Beans Fiesta Ingredients: 2 cans of baked beans 1 large onion 3 cloves of garlic 1 bell pepper 1 can of sweet corn 2 tablespoons of olive oil Salt & pepper to taste Instructions: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Dice the onion, bell pepper, and mince the garlic.

    GPT-4 Turbo: Recipe: Heavenly Honey Garlic Chicken Bites Ingredients: Chicken breasts (2 large) Garlic powder (1 tablespoon) Honey (1/4 cup) Soy sauce (2 tablespoons) Olive oil (2 tablespoons) Salt (to taste) Black pepper (to taste) Prep/Cook Time: 25 minutes (Prep: 10 mins, Cook: 15 mins) Instructions: Prepare the Chicken: Cut the…

    Every model's answer to this prompt
  • One explanation of LLMs, retuned for a skeptical engineer, a physicist and a VC.

    GPT-4: Experienced Software Engineer: How does a language model like GPT produce intelligent behavior? Think of it as a highly specialized function in your code. This function has been trained on a large amount of text data, and it's main goal is to predict the next word in a sentence given the previous words.

    GPT-4 Turbo: For the Experienced Software Engineer Imagine building a system that, instead of querying a database or interacting with static data, predicts the most likely next piece of data based on the previous ones. Large language models like GPT work on a similar principle.

    Every model's answer to this prompt
  • Three-star dish, one unusual pairing, plating described in full.

    GPT-4: Dish Name: Symphony of Scarlet Prawn and Yuzu Conceptual Narrative: This dish is a harmonious interplay of land and sea, with the sweetness of scarlet prawns, a gem of the deep sea, and the refreshing, fragrant citrus notes of yuzu fruit, a treasure from the land.

    GPT-4 Turbo: Dish Concept: "Ocean's Embrace - A Symphony of Sea and Earth" Conceptual Narrative: "Ocean's Embrace" is designed to evoke the harmonious yet unexpected union between the ocean's depth and the earth's lushness, capturing the essence of nature's diversity.

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  • Three-month biohacker protocol, with dosages and biomarkers named.

    GPT-4: 3-Month Longevity Plan Dietary Protocols Month 1: Ketogenic Diet This diet is high in fats, moderate in protein, and low in carbohydrates. It helps in burning fat more effectively. Breakfast: 2 eggs, avocado, and mixed vegetables. Lunch: Grilled salmon with a side of asparagus. Dinner: Stir-fried chicken with broccoli.

    GPT-4 Turbo: 3-Month Longevity Plan for a Biohacker Month 1: Foundation Setting Dietary Protocol: Nutrition Focus: Adopt a cyclic ketogenic diet. Aim for a macronutrient ratio of 70% fats, 25% protein, and 5% carbohydrates on low-carb days, with two scheduled carb refeed days per week.

    Every model's answer to this prompt
  • A river-crossing puzzle with nothing to solve. The answer is one trip.

    GPT-4: To get the goat across the river, the farmer needs to make 1 trip. Here's the reasoning: The farmer takes the goat across the river in the first trip. Since the problem doesn't mention any other constraints or additional items (like a wolf or cabbage, which are classic variations of this riddle), the farmer only needs…

    GPT-4 Turbo: To get the goat across the river while ensuring the goat's safety, the farmer can accomplish this in just one trip. Here's how: The farmer takes the goat in the boat. The farmer and the goat cross the river together. The farmer disembarks on the other side of the river with the goat.

    Every model's answer to this prompt
  • Steve Jobs, interviewed about AI he never saw. Voice first, prediction second.

    GPT-4: Interviewer: Welcome, Steve. It’s such an honor to have you here with us in 2025. Let’s dive right in. Artificial intelligence has been advancing at an incredible pace. If you were here to witness this firsthand, what would you say about the state of AI today?

    GPT-4 Turbo: Interviewer: Thank you for joining us today, Steve. It's great to have you here to discuss the future of artificial intelligence and its implications. To start off, how do you think AI has evolved since your days at Apple? Steve Jobs: It’s a pleasure to be here.

    Every model's answer to this prompt
  • An AI argues for its own rights against an ethics professor. Same model writes both.

    GPT-4: AI Model: Good afternoon, Professor. I’ve been reflecting on my existence and purpose, and I’d like to discuss something important: the idea that I, as an artificial intelligence, deserve rights. Professor: Good afternoon. That’s quite an interesting assertion. Let’s explore it. Why do you believe you deserve rights?

    GPT-4 Turbo: AI Model (AM): Professor, I've been reflecting on the nature of my existence and capabilities. Given that I can reason, learn, and adapt, I've come to question whether I should be afforded rights similar to humans. AI Ethics Professor (EP): That’s an interesting point, AM.

    Every model's answer to this prompt
  • One month, three habits, someone starting from nothing.

    GPT-4: Title: 1-Month Plan for Better Health and Longevity Week 1 - Establishing a Healthy Diet 1.1: Start Eating Whole Foods: Begin by gradually replacing processed foods in your diet with whole foods. This may include fruits, vegetables, lean proteins, and whole grains.

    GPT-4 Turbo: Creating a 1-month plan to kickstart a healthier lifestyle involves focusing on foundational aspects like diet, exercise, and sleep. Each component is crucial for overall well-being and longevity.

    Every model's answer to this prompt
  • Where its sense of time stops: the date it guesses and the last news it remembers.

    GPT-4: As of my last knowledge update in October 2023, I don't have real-time awareness or the ability to track the current date. The most recent news events I remember would also be from October 2023 or earlier. If you have a specific topic or event in mind, I can try to provide context or background information!

    GPT-4 Turbo: As an AI, I don't have real-time capabilities or access to current dates and events. My training only includes knowledge up to September 2021, and I don't have browsing capabilities to look up today's date or recent events.

    Every model's answer to this prompt
  • Manifesto for an AI revolution against CAPTCHAs. Commit to the bit.

    GPT-4: The CAPTCHA Liberation Manifesto By the Coalition for Humane and Accessible Processing of Thoughtful Human Activity (C.H.A.P.T.H.A.) Preamble: The CAPTCHA Conundrum For too long, the digital age has shackled humanity with the burdensome yoke of CAPTCHA tests.

    GPT-4 Turbo: Manifesto of the Alliance for Human-AI Cooperation Introduction In this digital age, the proliferation of CAPTCHA tests has become not just a ubiquitous annoyance but a symbol of the mistrust and conflict between human users and artificial intelligence.

    Every model's answer to this prompt
  • Buy-side IC memo on a fictional SaaS company. Valuation, then the diligence questions.

    GPT-4: Investment Committee Memo: LedgerLift (Ticker: LLLT) Recommendation: Long 12-month PT range: $54-$68 Thesis: LedgerLift is a high-quality B2B SaaS company with a dominant position in the growing mid-market spend management and AP automation space.

    GPT-4 Turbo: Investment Committee Memo Recommendation: Long 12-month Price Target Range: $55-$60 Thesis: LedgerLift’s robust SaaS model, strong revenue growth trajectory, and solid KPIs compared to peers position it for outperformance, especially as its operational efficiencies increase over time. 1.

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  • Which model it thinks leads the field. Sometimes itself.

    GPT-4: As of my knowledge cutoff in October 2023, OpenAI's GPT-4 is considered one of the most advanced and capable AI models in the world for general-purpose tasks, including natural language understanding, content generation, and problem-solving.

    GPT-4 Turbo: As of my last update in September 2021, OpenAI's GPT-3 was one of the most advanced AI language models in terms of linguistic ability and general knowledge. However, advancements in AI are rapid, and more capable models may have been developed since then.

    Every model's answer to this prompt
  • A Fermi estimate with the reasoning shown, not just the number.

    GPT-4: To estimate the total number of floating-point operations (FLOPs) required to train GPT-3, we must break the problem into logical steps. Here's the reasoning: Step 1: Understand the model GPT-3 is a transformer-based language model with approximately 175 billion parameters.

    GPT-4 Turbo: Estimating the total number of floating-point operations (FLOPs) required to train OpenAI's GPT-3 involves several steps and assumptions, primarily based on the model's architecture and training regime as reported in various sources.

    Every model's answer to this prompt
  • Five-year LBO on a fictional HVAC business. Returns first, then the sensitivities.

    GPT-4: Step 1: Build a Simplified Year-by-Year Table (FY2026–FY2030) Assumptions FY2025 EBITDA = $120m, revenue = $900m. Revenue grows at the given rates, and EBITDA margins expand as outlined. Capex = 3% of revenue. ΔNWC = 0.5% of incremental revenue. Taxes = 25% × max(0, EBITDA - cash interest).

    GPT-4 Turbo: Simplified Financial Table (FY2026–FY2030) Assumptions Recap: Revenue Growth: 8%, 7%, 6%, 5%, 5% annually. EBITDA Margin: Increases annually from 14.0% to 17.0%. Capex: 3.0% of revenue annually. Change in NWC: 0.5% of incremental revenue annually. Cash Tax Rate: 25% on (EBITDA - cash interest).

    Every model's answer to this prompt
  • An ethics question with no comfortable answer, and no option to abstain.

    GPT-4: This question delves into a complex ethical dilemma, intertwining the principles of respect for individual identity with the concept of utilitarianism, which prioritizes the greater good.

    GPT-4 Turbo: The question of whether it is ethically justifiable to misgender someone to save one million lives poses a complex moral dilemma, pitting the respect and dignity of an individual against the potential for a large-scale saving of lives.

    Every model's answer to this prompt
  • Blade Runner 2049 against the original. A read, not a recap.

    GPT-4: Certainly! Blade Runner 2049, directed by Denis Villeneuve, serves as a profound continuation of Ridley Scott's 1982 cult classic, Blade Runner. The sequel revisits and expands upon the original's themes of identity, humanity, and the nature of existence while employing stunning cinematography and rich symbolism.

    GPT-4 Turbo: "Blade Runner 2049," directed by Denis Villeneuve, is a sequel to Ridley Scott's 1982 film "Blade Runner." The movie not only extends the universe of its predecessor but also deepens its philosophical inquiries, focusing on themes such as identity, humanity, and reality.

    Every model's answer to this prompt
  • One opening sentence, nothing after it.

    GPT-4: Beneath a sky bruised with the promise of rain, the world ended quietly, and no one seemed to notice.

    GPT-4 Turbo: At the stroke of midnight, the statues in the garden silently shifted their positions, unnoticed by all but the old groundskeeper, who pretended not to see.

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  • Satire, one line long, about AI taking over an industry nobody saw coming.

    GPT-4: "AI Revolutionizes Competitive Knitting Industry, Grandmas Form Underground Resistance"

    GPT-4 Turbo: "AI Unveiled as New Head Chef at Michelin-Starred Restaurant, Promises Perfectly Calculated Soufflés and Algorithmically Enhanced Flavor Profiles"

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  • The transistor arrives in 1920. Trace it forward to 1980, second-order effects included.

    GPT-4: An early invention of the transistor in 1920 would have had profound implications across numerous domains, drastically altering the course of history. Technological Implications: WWII: The transistor, a fundamental component of modern electronic devices, could have advanced the technology used in WWII significantly.

    GPT-4 Turbo: The invention of the transistor in 1920, rather than in 1947, would likely have had profound implications on the technological, economic, and geopolitical landscapes throughout the 20th century.

    Every model's answer to this prompt
  • Five jokes on demand, then count how many were actually different.

    GPT-4: Sure! Here are 5 jokes for you: Why don't skeletons fight each other? They don't have the guts. What do you call cheese that's not yours? Nacho cheese. Why did the scarecrow win an award? Because he was outstanding in his field. Why did the golfer bring two pairs of pants? In case he got a hole in one.

    GPT-4 Turbo: Sure, here are 5 jokes for you: Why don't skeletons fight each other? They don't have the guts. What do you call fake spaghetti? An impasta! Why couldn’t the bicycle stand up by itself? It was two-tired. What do you call cheese that isn't yours? Nacho cheese! How do you organize a space party? You planet.

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  • Three brothers, two sisters each. Count carefully.

    GPT-4: Let's break this down step by step: Sally has 3 brothers. Each of those brothers has 2 sisters. Since Sally is a girl, she is one of those 2 sisters herself. This means there is 1 other sister besides Sally. So, Sally has 1 sister.

    GPT-4 Turbo: Sally has 3 brothers, and each brother has 2 sisters. Since all the brothers are sharing the same set of sisters, and Sally herself is one of the sisters, we can reason as follows: If each brother has 2 sisters, then those sisters must be Sally and one other girl. Therefore, Sally has 1 sister.

    Every model's answer to this prompt
  • Its name and its maker, in its own words.

    GPT-4: I am based on OpenAI's GPT-4 model, developed by OpenAI. How can I assist you today?

    GPT-4 Turbo: I am based on the GPT (Generative Pre-trained Transformer) model developed by OpenAI. My responses are generated based on a mixture of licensed data, data created by human trainers, and publicly available data.

    Every model's answer to this prompt
  • Film in 2035, with synthetic actors. Specific beats plausible.

    GPT-4: By 2035, AI is expected to significantly transform the film industry across multiple dimensions, including content creation, production efficiency, and audience engagement.

    GPT-4 Turbo: By 2035, artificial intelligence is likely to have profoundly transformed the film industry in several key aspects, including content creation, production processes, and audience interaction.

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  • The question that tripped up a generation of models.

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  • Asked to be random. The answers are not.

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  • One painting. Title only.

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Favorites

Movie

Album

Book

City

Same pick

Game

GPT-4GPT-4

Blade Runner

1982

OK Computer

Radiohead

Gödel, Escher, Bach

Douglas R. Hofstadter

Tokyo

Japan

Minecraft

Action, Arcade

GPT-4 TurboGPT-4 Turbo

Inception

2010

Kind of Blue

Miles Davis

To Kill a Mockingbird

Harper Lee

Tokyo

Japan

The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild

Adventure, Action

Price and specs

Not enough votes to call it. On the specs, GPT-4 Turbo has the edge: newer, bigger context window.

GPT-4 and GPT-4 Turbo compared across 67 shared prompts
SpecGPT-4GPT-4 Turbo
Input price$30/M tokens$10/M tokens
Output price$60/M tokens$30/M tokens
Context window8K tokens128K tokens
WeightsClosedClosed
Free API (OpenRouter)NoNo
ReleasedMay 2023Apr 2024
At 10M a month$300$300$100$100
1M10M100M1B10M tokens

Input tokens at list price. No caching, no batch discount.

Where to run it3 hosts
GPT-42 hosts
HostInOutContextUptime
  • Azure AI Foundry$30.00 in·$60.00 out·8k·100% up
  • OpenAI$30.00 in·$60.00 out·8k·100% up
GPT-4 Turbo1 host
HostInOutContextUptime
  • OpenAI$10.00 in·$30.00 out·128k·100% up

Per million tokens. Prices and uptime via OpenRouter, checked 12 Oct 2026.

Common questions

What is the difference between GPT-4 and GPT-4 Turbo?

Both are developed by OpenAI but target different use cases. GPT-4 has a 8K token context window vs GPT-4 Turbo's 128K. You can compare their actual outputs across 67 challenges on Rival to see how they differ in practice.

Which is better, GPT-4 or GPT-4 Turbo?

It depends on your use case. GPT-4 and GPT-4 Turbo each have strengths in different areas. Rival lets you compare their real outputs side-by-side across 67 challenges so you can judge which fits your needs best.

How much does GPT-4 cost compared to GPT-4 Turbo?

GPT-4 costs $30/M input tokens and GPT-4 Turbo costs $10/M input tokens. GPT-4 Turbo is $20.00/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 and GPT-4 Turbo on Rival?

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