Introduction to ChatGPT 4.1
With the rollout of ChatGPT 4.1, OpenAI introduces enhancements over its predecessor, GPT-4.0. This new iteration boasts significant advances, especially in coding capabilities, although it still remains behind the benchmark set by Google Gemini in some aspects.
OpenAI recently announced that developers with API access now have the opportunity to experiment with not only GPT‑4.1 but also its variants, GPT‑4.1 mini, and GPT‑4.1 nano.
Comparative Performance
The new GPT‑4.1 model shows promising results:
- It scored 54.6% on the SWE-bench Verified, outperforming GPT-4.0 and even GPT‑4.5.
- These improvements highlight its enhanced capabilities in coding tasks compared to its predecessors.
Benchmark Analysis: ChatGPT 4.1 vs. Google Gemini
Google’s Gemini 2.0 Flash model sets high standards with a low error rate of 6.67% and an impressive exact-match score of 90%, which also boasts of being cost-effective and fast.
In contrast, ChatGPT 4.1 has a higher error rate of 16.67% and its operational costs are notably higher, making it ten times more expensive than Gemini 2.0 Flash.
Cost Efficiency and Market Position
Despite GPT-4.1’s superior technology, when it comes to cost-effectiveness, it lags behind. According to data from industry experts:
- Its performance against cost ratio is lower than other models such as Gemini 2.0 Flash and Gemini 2.5 Pro.
- Comparatively, models like DeepSeek and the o3 mini offer high performance at a more affordable cost.
Therefore, while GPT-4.1 is a viable choice, it faces stiff competition from more economically favorable alternatives.
In-Depth Coding Performance
Further insights into coding-specific benchmarks reveal that GPT-4.1 still has room for improvement:
An analysis by Aider Polyglot positions GPT-4.1 with a coding score of 52%, significantly behind Gemini 2.5, which leads with 73%.
Despite these challenges, GPT-4.1 remains among the top contenders in AI-driven coding solutions, accessible via API or through free trials available on platforms like Windsurf AI.
Related: 7 Essential Insights: Why Google Gemini 2.5 Outshines ChatGPT 4.1 in Latest Performance
Last Updated: April 15, 2025