Best models · Updated 2026
Best AI Models for Code Generation
Comparing 11 models for code generation — from GPT-5.4-mini at $0.75/1M. Here's how they compare on real pricing, context, and capability.
| Model | Input / 1M | Output / 1M | Context | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
GPT-5.4-mini OpenAI | $0.75 | $4.50 | 400K | View → |
GPT-5.4 OpenAI | $2.50 | $15.00 | 1.05M | View → |
GPT-5.5 OpenAI | $5.00 | $30.00 | 1.05M | View → |
o1-mini OpenAI | — | — | — | View → |
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Mixtral Mistral AI | — | — | — | View → |
Codestral Mamba Mistral AI | — | — | — | View → |
Mistral Large Mistral AI | — | — | — | View → |
Llama 3 Meta | — | — | — | View → |
Llama 3.1 Meta | — | — | — | View → |
GPT-4 OpenAI | — | — | — | View → |
Rankings reflect published pricing and capability mapped to code generation needs — not paid placement. Prices per 1M tokens, updated 2026.
FAQ
Questions about AI models for code generation
Which AI model is best for code generation?+
It depends on your budget and quality bar. GPT-5.4-mini, GPT-5.4, GPT-5.5 are the leading options — compare them on pricing and context above.
What is the cheapest AI model for code generation?+
GPT-5.4-mini, at $0.75 per million input tokens and $4.50 output.
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