GPT-5.6 Terra vs Qwen-Plus
Both are Mid-tier models, from OpenAI and Alibaba Qwen respectively. Qwen-Plus is the cheaper choice overall at a 4:1 input:output ratio.
Which is cheaper
Side by side
| Spec | GPT-5.6 Terra | Qwen-Plus |
|---|---|---|
| Provider | OpenAI | Alibaba Qwen |
| Tier | Mid | Mid |
| Context window | 1.05M | 1M |
| Max output | 128K | — |
| Input $/1M | $2.00 | $0.40 |
| Output $/1M | $12.00 | $1.20 |
| Cache read $/1M | $0.20 | — |
| Cache write $/1M | $2.50 | — |
| Modalities | text, image | text |
GPT-5.6 Terra. One flat rate: unlike Sol and Cyber, Terra has no long-context surcharge tier on the pricing page.
Qwen-Plus. Tiered by context length: 0-256K shown ($0.4/$1.2 per 1M); 256K-1M tier is $1.2/$3.6 per 1M.
Sources
GPT-5.6 Terra — verified August 29, 2026
Qwen-Plus — verified August 29, 2026
Full GPT-5.6 Terra pricing page → · Full Qwen-Plus pricing page →