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Claude vs GPT

Claude and GPT side by side: model sizes, the VRAM you need, context window, abilities, licence and which one to pick.

Side by side

ClaudeGPT
TypeAPI-only modelsAPI-only models
DeveloperAnthropicOpenAI
Newest modelClaude Fable 5.2 · Nov 2026GPT-6.1 Terra · Oct 2026
SizesNot disclosedNot disclosed
Smallest VRAM (4-bit)Runs in the cloudRuns in the cloud
Context window1M tokens1.05M tokens
AbilitiesTool callingReasoning modeImage inputTool callingReasoning modeImage input
LicenceProprietary (API only)Proprietary (API only)
Run itAPI: claude-fable-5-2API: gpt-6.1-terra
Next retirementClaude Sonnet 4.5 · 30 Nov 2026GPT-5, GPT-5 mini, GPT-5 nano · 11 Dec 2026

Which one should you pick?

  • GPT reads longer inputs: a 1.05M-token context window.

Pick Claude if…

  • you want the strongest model for agentic coding (Claude Code)
  • you need 1M-token context on every tier, including the cheapest
  • you prefer predictable, published retirement dates

Pick GPT if…

  • you are already on the OpenAI platform or ChatGPT
  • you need computer use or visual reasoning (GPT-6.1 Terra)
  • you want a very cheap tier with 1M context (GPT-6 Luna)

Frequently asked questions

Is Claude better than GPT?

It depends on the job and your hardware. GPT reads longer inputs: a 1.05M-token context window. For quality, test both on your own prompts: benchmark rankings change with every release.

Can I use Claude and GPT commercially?

Claude: Proprietary (API only). GPT: Proprietary (API only). Check the exact licence of the model you deploy; custom licences can limit very large companies or certain uses.

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