How Does Claude Haiku 4 Compare to GPT-4o Mini?
Budget model showdown: cheapest Anthropic vs cheapest OpenAI. GPT-4o Mini is cheaper on both input and output. Claude Haiku 4 scores higher (78 vs 75/100).
Side-by-Side Pricing
| Metric | Claude Haiku 4 | GPT-4o Mini |
|---|---|---|
| Input (per 1M tokens) | $0.80 | $0.15 |
| Output (per 1M tokens) | $4.00 | $0.60 |
| 1-page summary cost | $0.0022 | <$0.001 |
| 10K conversation cost | $0.0144 | $0.0024 |
Quality & Benchmarks
| Metric | Claude Haiku 4 | GPT-4o Mini |
|---|---|---|
| Aggregate quality score | 78/100 | 75/100 |
| Best for | classification, extraction, high-volume tasks | high-volume, budget tasks, fine-tuning base |
| Provider | Anthropic | OpenAI |
Speed & Context Window
| Metric | Claude Haiku 4 | GPT-4o Mini |
|---|---|---|
| Speed (tokens/sec) | 150 tok/s | 130 tok/s |
| Context window | 200K | 128K |
Claude Haiku 4 is faster at 150 tok/s vs 130 tok/s. Claude Haiku 4 supports 200K context vs GPT-4o Mini's 128K.
Privacy & Data Handling
| Aspect | Claude Haiku 4 | GPT-4o Mini |
|---|---|---|
| Data retention | Not used for training (API) | Not used for training (API) |
| SOC 2 | Yes | Yes |
| EU data residency | Available on request | Available on request |
Verdict: When to Pick Each
Pick GPT-4o Mini if you want better value (quality per dollar). Pick Claude Haiku 4 if you need peak quality.
- Claude Haiku 4: Best when you need classification, extraction, high-volume tasks
- GPT-4o Mini: Best when you need high-volume, budget tasks, fine-tuning base
FAQ
Is Claude Haiku 4 better than GPT-4o Mini?
Claude Haiku 4 scores 78/100 vs GPT-4o Mini at 75/100. Claude Haiku 4 is best for classification, extraction, high-volume tasks. GPT-4o Mini is best for high-volume, budget tasks, fine-tuning base. The right choice depends on your use case and budget.
Which is cheaper, Claude Haiku 4 or GPT-4o Mini?
GPT-4o Mini is cheaper on both input and output.
Can I switch between Claude Haiku 4 and GPT-4o Mini?
Yes. Both models support standard chat completion APIs. You can use model routing to send simple queries to the cheaper model and complex queries to the more capable one, optimizing your costs.
Prices last verified: April 2026. Pricing may change — always check provider websites for current rates.
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