GPT-5.5 Instant (May 2026) vs Step 5 Preview
GPT-5.5 Instant (May 2026) vs Step 5 Preview. A reliable intelligence-versus-cost verdict requires both models' intelligence scores and benchmark-run costs. Missing data is not a performance verdict.
Verdict
Comparison incomplete
A reliable intelligence-versus-cost verdict requires both models' intelligence scores and benchmark-run costs. Missing data is not a performance verdict.
| Metric | GPT-5.5 Instant (May 2026) | Step 5 Preview | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Intelligence (higher is better) | 22.7 | 43.7 | +92.5% Step 5 Preview is 92.5% more intelligent |
| Total AA cost (lower is better) | Not reported | $1,190.26 | — not comparable |
| End-to-end time (lower is better) | Not reported | 12.38s | — not comparable |
| Price per 1M tokens (in / out) | $5.00 / $30.0 | $1.00 / $2.70 | |
| Input modalities | Text, Image | Text, Image |
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