Vikasit 3 vs gpt-oss-120b
gpt-oss-120b is an open-weight model with very low input pricing; Vikasit 3 is a tuned generalist. gpt-oss-120b is excellent value on input-heavy workloads. Vikasit 3 has cheaper output and a tuned response style for production apps.
Pricing comparison
| Metric | Vikasit 3 | gpt-oss-120b |
|---|---|---|
| Input ($ / 1M tokens) | $0.21 | $0.05 |
| Output ($ / 1M tokens) | $0.30 | $0.45 |
| Blended (3:1 in:out) | $0.23 | $0.15 |
| 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
- Your workload is output-heavy and you want lower output cost
- You want a tuned, supported default model
- Response-style consistency matters for end users
Choose gpt-oss-120b when
- Your prompts are long but outputs are short (input-heavy)
- You want an open-weight model with a permissive footing
- You are experimenting and want a low entry price
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 gpt-oss-120b?
Per 1M tokens, Vikasit 3 costs $0.21 input / $0.30 output, while gpt-oss-120b costs $0.05 input / $0.45 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 gpt-oss-120b?
gpt-oss-120b is an open-weight model with very low input pricing; Vikasit 3 is a tuned generalist. gpt-oss-120b is excellent value on input-heavy workloads. Vikasit 3 has cheaper output and a tuned response style for production apps.
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.