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OpenAI hikes GPT-5.5 prices by 40% despite efficiency claims

OpenAI has implemented a price increase for its GPT-5.5 model, with users reporting a significant jump in costs. These adjustments affect both API usage and subscription tiers, attributed to changes in input and output token rates. Despite promises of efficiency, the price hike is a notable concern for users. AI

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IMPACT Users face increased operational costs for GPT-5.5, potentially impacting budget planning and adoption of AI services.

RANK_REASON This is a price change for an existing model, not a new model release or significant industry event.

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  1. Mastodon — fosstodon.org TIER_1 · [email protected] ·

    OpenAI’s GPT-5.5 uses fewer tokens but just raised prices again — users report 40 percent cost jumps in May 2026 OpenAI's new GPT-5.5 model promises efficiency

    OpenAI’s GPT-5.5 uses fewer tokens but just raised prices again — users report 40 percent cost jumps in May 2026 OpenAI's new GPT-5.5 model promises efficiency but users face 40% price hike... #AI #& #Machine #Learning Origin | Interest | Match

  2. Mastodon — mastodon.social TIER_1 · beyondthecode ·

    🧠 OpenAI has increased pricing for GPT-5.5, affecting both API users and subscription tiers. The cost adjustments reflect changes to input and output token rate

    🧠 OpenAI has increased pricing for GPT-5.5, affecting both API users and subscription tiers. The cost adjustments reflect changes to input and output token rates across different model versions. 💬 Hacker News 🔗 https:// openrouter.ai/announcements/gp t55-cost-analysis # AI # Mach…