Vikasit 3 vs GLM-5
GLM-5 is Zhipu's capable generalist; Vikasit 3 is a leaner, cheaper default. GLM-5 brings strong all-round quality at a mid price. Vikasit 3 undercuts it on both input and output while keeping a tuned, supported response style.
Pricing comparison
| Metric | Vikasit 3 | GLM-5 |
|---|---|---|
| Input ($ / 1M tokens) | $0.21 | $0.60 |
| Output ($ / 1M tokens) | $0.30 | $2.08 |
| Blended (3:1 in:out) | $0.23 | $0.97 |
| OpenAI-compatible API | Yes | Yes |
Prices are per 1M tokens in USD. Blended cost assumes a 3:1 input-to-output token ratio, a common pattern for chat and generation workloads. Actual cost depends on your traffic. Vikasit 3 is available through the Vikasit Inference API.
Choose Vikasit 3 when
- You want lower cost on both input and output tokens
- A tuned default for mixed general traffic fits your needs
- One vendor across chat, code, and API is preferable
Choose GLM-5 when
- You specifically want GLM's response characteristics
- Your evals favor GLM-5 on your task mix
- You need its particular multilingual strengths
Quick start with Vikasit 3
Call Vikasit 3 through the OpenAI-compatible Vikasit Inference API at https://api.vikasit.ai/v1. Change two lines in your existing OpenAI code — the base URL and your key.
from openai import OpenAI
client = OpenAI(
base_url="https://api.vikasit.ai/v1",
api_key="sk-vikasit-...",
)
resp = client.chat.completions.create(
model="vikasit-3",
messages=[{"role": "user", "content": "Hello!"}],
)
print(resp.choices[0].message.content)FAQ
Is Vikasit 3 cheaper than GLM-5?
Per 1M tokens, Vikasit 3 costs $0.21 input / $0.30 output, while GLM-5 costs $0.60 input / $2.08 output. On output tokens — which usually dominate generation cost — Vikasit 3 is the cheaper option.
Can I call Vikasit 3 with the OpenAI SDK?
Yes. The Vikasit Inference API is OpenAI-compatible. Point any OpenAI SDK at https://api.vikasit.ai/v1 with your Vikasit API key and set the model id — chat completions, streaming, and tool calls all work.
Should I choose Vikasit 3 or GLM-5?
GLM-5 is Zhipu's capable generalist; Vikasit 3 is a leaner, cheaper default. GLM-5 brings strong all-round quality at a mid price. Vikasit 3 undercuts it on both input and output while keeping a tuned, supported response style.
Start with Vikasit 3
Get an API key and 2M free tokens a day on Vikasit Nova. Pay-as-you-go, no minimums, OpenAI-compatible.