GPT-5.5 Instant (June 2026) vs Magistral Small 1.2
GPT-5.5 Instant (June 2026) vs Magistral Small 1.2. A reliable intelligence-versus-cost verdict requires both models' intelligence scores and benchmark-run costs. Missing data is not a performance verdict.
Verdict
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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 (June 2026) | Magistral Small 1.2 | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Intelligence (higher is better) | 26.0 | 8.6 | −66.9% Magistral Small 1.2 is 66.9% less intelligent |
| Total AA cost (lower is better) | $986.85 | Not reported | — not comparable |
| End-to-end time (lower is better) | 16.37s | 28.55s | +74.4% Magistral Small 1.2 is 74.4% slower |
| Price per 1M tokens (in / out) | $5.00 / $30.0 | $0.50 / $1.50 | |
| Input modalities | Text, Image | Text, Image |
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