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OpenAI launches GPT-6.1 Terra for high-volume tasks at reduced cost · 2 sources tracked

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OpenAI has released GPT-6.1 Terra, a new model designed for high-volume, computer-centric tasks like invoice processing and form filling, at half the price of its predecessor, GPT-5.6 Terra. While faster and more cost-effective for these specific use cases, OpenAI indicates that its more advanced models, Sol and Astra, remain superior for complex coding tasks. The pricing structure for Terra includes several factors beyond the base token cost, such as a significant price increase for requests exceeding 272,000 input tokens and additional charges for cache writes, which can impact the overall cost for certain workloads. AI

IMPACT This release offers a more cost-effective option for high-volume, task-oriented AI applications, potentially accelerating adoption in areas like automated data entry and customer support.

RANK_REASON Frontier-lab model release with system card and pricing details. [lever_c_demoted from frontier_release: ic=2 ai=1.0]

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OpenAI launches GPT-6.1 Terra for high-volume tasks at reduced cost · 2 sources tracked

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  1. dev.to — LLM tag TIER_1 English(EN) · Yong Yu ·

    GPT-6.1 Terra at $1/$5: First Computer Call, the none Effort Knob, and the 272K Price Cliff

    <blockquote> <p><strong>Attributed compile + one small offline run on my box</strong><br /><br /> <strong>Primary sources (OpenAI, launch 2026-10-26):</strong> <a href="https://openai.com/index/introducing-gpt-6-1-terra" rel="noopener noreferrer">Introducing GPT-6.1 Terra</a>, <a…

  2. dev.to — LLM tag TIER_1 English(EN) · AIHubMix ·

    GPT-6.1 Terra Cost Breakdown: Effort Tokens, the 272K Repricing Rule and Cache Writes

    <p>A support workload of 10,000 requests a month on GPT-6.1 Terra, run at the model's default medium effort, prices out at <strong>$91.25</strong> on standard rates, cache writes aside. Output tokens are $75 of that, or 82%. The input price that makes Terra look cheap — $1 per mi…

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