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OpenAI: GPT-5.5

The OpenAI GPT-5.5 is a language model that supports three input modalities: file, image, and text. It has a context length of 1,050,000 tokens and can generate completions up to 128,000 tokens. The model also supports tools and reasoning capabilities. However, it does not provide structured output. Considering its pricing, the OpenAI GPT-5.5 may be worth shortlisting for organizations or individuals who require a high-capacity language model with diverse input modalities. Its blended benchmark score of 83.5 across two independent benchmarks is respectable, although more data would provide a clearer picture of its performance. At $35 per million tokens (input and output combined), this model may be a viable option for those willing to invest in a high-end solution with robust capabilities.

Quality Score
92/100
price + capability + benchmarks
Input Price
$5.00
per 1M tokens · checked 2026-10-13
Output Price
$30.00
per 1M tokens · checked 2026-10-13
Context Window
1,050,000
tokens

Benchmark results

Independent, published benchmarks. Blended score 80.3 across 2 benchmarks, last refreshed 2026-10-13. How scoring works →

BenchmarkMeasuresScore
AI Index broad capability composite 63.3
EQ-Bench emotional understanding in dialogue 82.4
Model ID
openai/gpt-5.5
Vendor
openai
Released
April 2026
Tokenizer
GPT
Input Modalities
file, image, text
Output Modalities
text
Max Output
128,000 tokens
Tool Calling
✓ supported
Structured Output
✓ supported
Reasoning Mode
✓ supported
Vision
✓ accepts images
Audio
no
Moderated
yes

What it costs in practice

Computed from the current $5.00/M input and $30.00/M output rates. Run your own numbers →

JobTokensCost
Summarize a 50-page report 30k in / 1.5k out $0.20
Classify 1,000 customer emails 500k in / 50k out $4.00
A month of a busy support chatbot 5M in / 2M out $85.00

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Quick answers

How much does OpenAI: GPT-5.5 cost?
$5.00 per million input tokens and $30.00 per million output tokens.
What is OpenAI: GPT-5.5's context window?
1,050,000 tokens, roughly 1,575 pages of text in a single request.
Does OpenAI: GPT-5.5 support tool calling?
It supports tool calling, structured output, a reasoning mode.
Can OpenAI: GPT-5.5 process images?
Yes, it accepts image input.

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