GLM-5.3 vs Qwen3.8-Max
Both are Flagship-tier models, from Z.ai and Alibaba Qwen respectively. GLM-5.3 is the cheaper choice overall at a 4:1 input:output ratio.
Which is cheaper
Side by side
| Spec | GLM-5.3 | Qwen3.8-Max |
|---|---|---|
| Provider | Z.ai | Alibaba Qwen |
| Tier | Flagship | Flagship |
| Context window | 1M | 1M |
| Max output | 128K | — |
| Input $/1M | $1.40 | $2.00 |
| Output $/1M | $4.40 | $6.00 |
| Cache read $/1M | $0.26 | — |
| Modalities | text | text |
GLM-5.3. Latest flagship text model, per 1M tokens. Context window not stated on pricing page.
Qwen3.8-Max. International (Singapore) USD pricing, flat rate 0<tokens<=1M.
Sources
GLM-5.3 — verified August 29, 2026
Qwen3.8-Max — verified August 29, 2026
Full GLM-5.3 pricing page → · Full Qwen3.8-Max pricing page →