SpaceXAI: Grok 4.5 vs Qwen: Qwen3.8 Max
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On price, SpaceXAI: Grok 4.5 is cheaper (blended cost is about 1.00× that of Qwen: Qwen3.8 Max).
On capability, SpaceXAI: Grok 4.5 has the higher intelligence index (39) — better for complex reasoning.
Verdict: pick SpaceXAI: Grok 4.5 on a budget, or SpaceXAI: Grok 4.5 for output quality. Full details below.
Side-by-Side Specs
| Metric | SpaceXAI: Grok 4.5 | Qwen: Qwen3.8 Max |
|---|---|---|
| Input /1M | $2.00 | $2.00 |
| Output /1M | $6.00 | $6.00 |
| Blended (3:1) | $3.00 | $3.00 |
| Context | 500K | 1.0M |
| Intelligence | 39 | 34 |
| Coding | 72 | 76 |
| Math | — | — |
| Speed | 61 tok/s | 39 tok/s |
| CPS Grade | A | A |
FAQ
Which is cheaper, SpaceXAI: Grok 4.5 or Qwen: Qwen3.8 Max?
On price, SpaceXAI: Grok 4.5 is cheaper (blended cost is about 1.00× that of Qwen: Qwen3.8 Max). SpaceXAI: Grok 4.5: $2 in / $6 out; Qwen: Qwen3.8 Max: $2 in / $6 out (per 1M tokens).
Which is smarter, SpaceXAI: Grok 4.5 or Qwen: Qwen3.8 Max?
On capability, SpaceXAI: Grok 4.5 has the higher intelligence index (39) — better for complex reasoning. Coding index: SpaceXAI: Grok 4.5 72 vs Qwen: Qwen3.8 Max 76.
Which one should I choose?
Verdict: pick SpaceXAI: Grok 4.5 on a budget, or SpaceXAI: Grok 4.5 for output quality. Full details below.