Zhipu Ai API Pricing
GLM series from Tsinghua-backed AI lab with strong Chinese capabilities
13 paid models · 6 free · Price range: $0.05 - $1.40 /1M
Last updated: Aug 8, 2026
About Zhipu Ai
Zhipu AI (智谱AI), backed by Tsinghua University, develops the GLM (General Language Model) series. GLM-4 offers competitive performance with strong Chinese language understanding. The company focuses on enterprise AI solutions and has significant adoption in Chinese enterprises.
Key Highlights
- Strong Chinese language capabilities
- GLM-4 competitive with leading models
- Tsinghua University research backing
- Enterprise-focused solutions
- Multimodal capabilities
Pricing Features
- Pay-per-token billing
- Prompt Caching (discounted)
Competitive pricing for Chinese market. Enterprise plans available with volume discounts.
API Features
Common Use Cases
- • Chinese Enterprise Applications
- • Document Processing
- • Customer Service
- • Content Generation
Zhipu AI pricing guide
Focused notes for developers comparing official pricing, API docs, token billing, and model fit.
Zhipu AI pricing and GLM API cost
Zhipu AI pricing is easiest to compare when the GLM model, input and output token mix, context requirement, and deployment channel are kept separate. Use the live model rows on this page as the starting point for a Zhipu AI API pricing estimate, then confirm the current unit and account terms on the official provider documentation.
- Compare input and output token prices separately for chat, extraction, and generation workloads.
- Use GLM models with the context length and modality support your application actually needs.
- Treat enterprise discounts, regional availability, and hosted-channel pricing as separate checks.
- Use the calculator link below for a workload-specific estimate instead of relying on a headline rate.
How to choose a GLM model for the budget
A lower token rate is not automatically the lowest monthly cost. Estimate the number of input tokens, expected output length, retries, context reuse, and any multimodal payloads before selecting a GLM model. For Chinese-language customer service and document workflows, compare quality, context, and latency alongside price.
- Start with the cheapest model that meets the required capability and context limit.
- Compare output pricing carefully when responses are long or agent traces are frequent.
- Use a small sample workload to validate token counts before forecasting production spend.
Zhipu AI API pricing: estimate a real workload
For a GLM cost estimate, enter your expected input and output tokens, identify whether the workload is chat, extraction, coding, or multimodal, and compare the resulting monthly total with the model rows above. Output-heavy agent or content workloads can have a very different cost profile from short prompts.
Zhipu AI pricing and GLM pricing can vary by model, account, region, and channel. Use the official provider documentation to confirm the applicable rate before launch.
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📊 Zhipu Ai Model Comparison
Compare all models side by side. Sorted by total price (input + output).
| Model | Tier | Input /1M | Output /1M | Total /1M | Context | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GLM 4.5 Air | Budget | $0.05 | $0.22 | $0.27 | 131k | Complex reasoning, math |
| GLM 4.7 Flash | Budget | $0.06 | $0.40 | $0.46 | 203k | Complex reasoning, math |
| GLM 4.6V | Budget | $0.30 | $0.90 | $1.20 | 131k | Complex reasoning, math |
| GLM 4.6 (exacto) | Balanced | $0.35 | $1.50 | $1.85 | 205k | Complex reasoning, math |
| GLM 4.5 | Balanced | $0.35 | $1.55 | $1.90 | 131k | Complex reasoning, math |
| GLM 4.7 | Balanced | $0.38 | $1.98 | $2.36 | 205k | Complex reasoning, math |
🎯 Which Zhipu Ai Model Should You Choose?
Quick recommendations based on your use case.
💰 Zhipu Ai Monthly Cost Examples
Estimated monthly costs for common use cases.
| Use Case | Monthly Usage | GLM 4.5 Air (Budget) |
GLM 5.2 (batch) (Flagship) |
|---|---|---|---|
|
Customer Service Bot
1000 conversations/day
|
500k input 200k output |
$0.07/mo | $0.79/mo |
|
Code Assistant
200 requests/day
|
1.0M input 500k output |
$0.16/mo | $1.80/mo |
|
Data Analysis
500 analyses/day
|
2.0M input 300k output |
$0.17/mo | $2.06/mo |
⚔️ Zhipu Ai vs Competitors
How does {brand} compare to other major AI providers?
| Brand | Model | Input /1M | Output /1M | Total /1M | Context | vs {brand} |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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Zhipu Ai
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GLM 5.2 (batch) Current | $0.70 | $2.20 | $2.90 | 512k | — |
OpenAI
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Codex Mini | $1.50 | $6.00 | $7.50 | 200k | 159% more |
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OpenAI
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GPT-5.2 Pro | $21.00 | $168.00 | $189.00 | 400k | 6417% more |
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OpenAI
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GPT-5.2 | $1.75 | $14.00 | $15.75 | 400k | 443% more |
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OpenAI
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GPT-5.1-Codex-Max | $1.25 | $10.00 | $11.25 | 400k | 288% more |
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OpenAI
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GPT-5.1 | $1.25 | $10.00 | $11.25 | 400k | 288% more |
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OpenAI
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GPT-5.1-Codex | $1.25 | $10.00 | $11.25 | 400k | 288% more |
All Models
| Model | Input /1M | Output /1M | Context | Capabilities | Actions | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GLM 5.2 (batch) | $0.70 | $2.20 | 512k | View Details | ||
| GLM 5.2 | $1.40 | $4.40 | 1.0M | View Details | ||
| GLM 5.1 | $1.40 | $4.40 | 205k | View Details | ||
| GLM 5V Turbo | $1.20 | $4.00 | 203k | View Details | ||
| GLM 5 Turbo | $1.20 | $4.00 | 203k | View Details | ||
| GLM 5 | $0.60 | $2.08 | 205k | View Details | ||
| GLM 4.7 Flash | $0.06 | $0.40 | 203k | View Details | ||
| GLM 4.7 | $0.38 | $1.98 | 205k | View Details | ||
| GLM 4.6V | $0.30 | $0.90 | 131k | View Details | ||
| GLM 4.6 (exacto) | $0.35 | $1.50 | 205k | View Details | ||
| GLM 4.5V | $0.60 | $1.80 | 66k | View Details | ||
| GLM 4.5 Air Cheapest | $0.05 | $0.22 | 131k | View Details | ||
| GLM 4.5 | $0.35 | $1.55 | 131k | View Details | ||
| GLM 4.1V 9B Thinking FREE | $0.04 | $0.14 | 66k | View Details | ||
| GLM Z1 Rumination 32B FREE | Free | Free | 32k | View Details | ||
| GLM Z1 9B FREE | Free | Free | 32k | View Details | ||
| GLM 4 9B FREE | Free | Free | 32k | View Details | ||
| GLM Z1 32B FREE | Free | Free | 33k | View Details | ||
| GLM 4 32B FREE | $0.10 | $0.10 | 33k | View Details |
❓ Zhipu Ai Pricing FAQ
What is the cheapest Zhipu Ai model?
The cheapest Zhipu Ai model is GLM 4.5 Air at $0.27 per 1M tokens (input + output combined).
What is the maximum context length for Zhipu Ai models?
Zhipu Ai models support up to 1.0M context length, allowing you to process large documents and maintain long conversations.
How do I choose between Zhipu Ai models?
For budget projects, choose the cheapest model. For code generation, prioritize low output price. For complex reasoning, choose models with reasoning capability. Use our scenario guide above.
Does Zhipu Ai support prompt caching?
Yes, Zhipu Ai supports prompt caching which can significantly reduce costs for repeated prompts. Check individual model pages for caching prices.
How does Zhipu AI pricing work?
Zhipu AI API pricing is generally evaluated by model and token usage, with input and output costs considered separately. The actual estimate can also depend on context, modality, account terms, and the service channel you use.
What is the difference between Zhipu pricing and GLM pricing?
Zhipu pricing is the broader provider-level term, while GLM pricing usually refers to a specific Zhipu model family or API endpoint. Use the model table to identify the exact GLM row before estimating cost.
Where can I check Zhipu API price details?
Use this page for a cross-model comparison and calculator estimate, then verify the applicable model, region, quota, and official price unit in Zhipu AI documentation before production use.