What is the difference between GPT-5.4 and GPT-5.4 Nano?

Both are developed by OpenAI but target different use cases. GPT-5.4 has a 1.1M token context window vs GPT-5.4 Nano's 400K. You can compare their actual outputs across 52 challenges on Rival to see how they differ in practice.

Which is better, GPT-5.4 or GPT-5.4 Nano?

It depends on your use case. GPT-5.4 and GPT-5.4 Nano each have strengths in different areas. Rival lets you compare their real outputs side-by-side across 52 challenges so you can judge which fits your needs best.

How much does GPT-5.4 cost compared to GPT-5.4 Nano?

GPT-5.4 costs $2.5/M input tokens and GPT-5.4 Nano costs $0.2/M input tokens. GPT-5.4 Nano is $2.30/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-5.4 and GPT-5.4 Nano on Rival?

This page shows a side-by-side comparison of GPT-5.4 and GPT-5.4 Nano across shared challenges. You can vote on which model produced the better output, and Pro users can create custom challenges to test both models with their own prompts.

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Updated Mar 17, 2026

GPT-5.4vsGPT-5.4 Nano

47 fights queued

Why GPT-5.4?

2.6x more context1.1M

Why GPT-5.4 Nano?

12x cheaper overall$0.20/M in · $1.25/M out

GPT-5.4GPT-5.4 Nano

Input price

$2.50/M

$0.20/M

Output price

$15.00/M

$1.25/M

Context

1.1M

400K

Released

Mar 2026

Favorites

GPT-5.4GPT-5.4 Nano

Movie

Arrival

20167.6

The Matrix

19998.2

Album

OK Computer

Radiohead

To Pimp a Butterfly

Kendrick Lamar

Book

Gödel, Escher, Bach

Douglas R. Hofstadter

To Kill a Mockingbird

Harper Lee

City

Kyoto

Japan

Tokyo

Japan

Game

Outer Wilds

Indie, Adventure4.4

The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time

Adventure, Action4.4

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Estimate Complexityreasoning

Tests an AI's ability to make educated estimates based on technical knowledge

GPT-5.4

Openai · Mar 2026text

Nothing here. The model returned empty. We stared at it for a while.

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GPT-5.4 Nano

Openai · Mar 2026text

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AI Board Game Logicreasoning

Tests an AI's ability to understand game rules and strategy

GPT-5.4

Openai · Mar 2026svg

Nothing here. The model returned empty. We stared at it for a while.

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GPT-5.4 Nano

Openai · Mar 2026svg

Nothing here. The model returned empty. We stared at it for a while.

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Logic Puzzlereasoning

Tests an AI's ability to solve a simple but potentially confusing logic puzzle

GPT-5.4

Openai · Mar 2026text

Nothing here. The model returned empty. We stared at it for a while.

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GPT-5.4 Nano

Openai · Mar 2026text

Nothing here. The model returned empty. We stared at it for a while.

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4 / 47

Stochastic Consistency Testanalysis

Tests an AI's randomness and creativity

GPT-5.4

Openai · Mar 2026text

Nothing here. The model returned empty. We stared at it for a while.

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GPT-5.4 Nano

Openai · Mar 2026text

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SVG Layout Challengeimage generation

Tests an AI's ability to generate vector graphics

GPT-5.4

Openai · Mar 2026svg

Nothing here. The model returned empty. We stared at it for a while.

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GPT-5.4 Nano

Openai · Mar 2026svg

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Xbox Controller SVG Artimage generation

Tests an AI's ability to create detailed SVG illustrations of gaming hardware

GPT-5.4

Openai · Mar 2026svg

Nothing here. The model returned empty. We stared at it for a while.

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GPT-5.4 Nano

Openai · Mar 2026svg

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Our Verdict

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No community votes yet. On paper, GPT-5.4 has the edge — bigger model tier, bigger context window.

GPT-5.4 Nano is 12x cheaper per token — worth considering if cost matters.

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