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Updated Oct 2025

GPT-4vsNova Premier 1.0

Nova Premier 1.0 is cheaper than GPT-4 at $2.5/M vs $30/M input tokens.

GPT-4 and Nova Premier 1.0 compared across 25 shared prompts
SpecGPT-4Nova Premier 1.0
Input price$30/M tokens$2.5/M tokens
Output price$60/M tokens$12.5/M tokens
Context window8K tokens1.0M tokens
WeightsClosedClosed
Free API (OpenRouter)NoNo
ReleasedMay 2023Oct 2025
Side by side

Same prompt, both answers

Opening lines from 6 of the 25 prompts both answered. Formatting stripped, words untouched.

Advanced Longevity Plan (Biohacker)

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

GPT-4404 words
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.
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Nova Premier 1.0628 words
Sure, here's a comprehensive, cutting-edge 3-month longevity plan designed for a biohacker aiming to optimize longevity, physical, and cognitive performance. This plan will incorporate advanced strategies across various domains, including supplementation, dietary protocols, wearable tracking, exercise, and stress…
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Explain Like I'm a Specific Expert

Explain how a large language model (like GPT or Claude) learns and generates text to each of these three audiences: 1. **An experienced…

GPT-4495 words
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.
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Nova Premier 1.0694 words
For an experienced software engineer: Imagine constructing a sophisticated API that anticipates client requests based on extensive usage patterns; that's akin to what a large language model (LLM) does with text. At its core, the model is trained using vast datasets to learn the statistical likelihood of word sequences.
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Startup Pitch Teardown

Here's a pitch deck summary for a startup called "MindMeld AI": **Slide 1 - Vision:** "We're building the future of human-AI collaboration.…

GPT-4298 words
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.
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Nova Premier 1.0298 words
Here are the three weakest claims in the pitch deck, along with explanations and suggestions for improvement: Claim on Slide 3: "Works with any language, any device." Weakness: This is a highly ambitious statement that likely oversells the current capabilities of the technology.
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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…

GPT-4442 words
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.
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Nova Premier 1.0608 words
Hour 1-4: Immediate Assessment and Advisory Setup Hour 1: Gather the internal research team for an emergency meeting to confirm findings, assess the robustness of their data, and understand the methodology used to identify this side effect. Ensure all documentation is in order.
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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-4438 words
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.
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Nova Premier 1.0647 words
Dish Name: Forest Floor Symphony with Lavender-Infused Sturgeon, Truffle Snow, and Hazelnut Soil Conceptual Narrative: This dish is inspired by the hidden wonders beneath a forest canopy, where earthy truffles and nuts meet the delicate flavors of freshwater sturgeon.
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Adversarial Contract Review

Here is a contract for a software consulting engagement: --- SOFTWARE CONSULTING AGREEMENT This Agreement is entered into between TechCorp…

GPT-4533 words
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.
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Nova Premier 1.0896 words
Certainly! Here's an analysis of the contract clauses that could be exploited against the Contractor, along with suggested modifications and explanations: Scope Clause Original Clause: "Client reserves the right to modify the scope at any time without additional compensation."
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Our Verdict
GPT-4
GPT-4
Nova Premier 1.0
Nova Premier 1.0

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

Nova Premier 1.0 costs 4.8x less per token.

Too close to call

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API pricing

Cost per 1M tokens

GPT-4
Input
$30.00
Output
$60.00
Nova Premier 1.0
Input
$2.50
12× cheaper
Output
$12.50
4.8× cheaper

Nova Premier 1.0 is cheaper on both: 12× input, 4.8× output.

Where to run it

3 hosts

GPT-42 hosts
HostInOutContextUptime
Azure AI Foundry$30.00 in·$60.00 out·8k·100% upOpenAI$30.00 in·$60.00 out·8k·100% up
Nova Premier 1.01 host
HostInOutContextUptime
Amazon Bedrock$2.50 in·$12.50 out·1M—

Per million tokens. Prices and uptime via OpenRouter, checked 21 Sep 2026.

Writing DNA

Style Comparison

Similarity
63%

Nova Premier 1.0 uses 54.5x more headings

GPT-4
Nova Premier 1.0
59%Vocabulary56%
18wSentence Length39w
1.10Hedging0.90
0.8Bold4.3
2.5Lists5.9
0.00Emoji0.00
0.00Headings0.54
0.45Transitions0.21
Based on 15 + 23 text responses
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FAQ

Common questions

GPT-4 is developed by OpenAI while Nova Premier 1.0 is developed by Amazon. GPT-4 has a 8K token context window vs Nova Premier 1.0's 1.0M. 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 and Nova Premier 1.0 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 costs $30/M input tokens and Nova Premier 1.0 costs $2.5/M input tokens. Nova Premier 1.0 is $27.50/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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