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OpenAIGPT-6 Sol
An OpenAI model for coding projects and assistants that carry out several steps with tools.
Plain-English overview
What GPT-6 Sol actually is
GPT-6 Sol accepts text and images and returns text. Its 1.05M-token context and 128K-token output limit provide room for large codebases and reference documents. It is a separate model from GPT-5.6 Sol.
The Responses API connects it to search, files, code execution and other tools. Reasoning ranges from none to max, with medium as the default. Choose the setting by testing your own tasks, not by assuming a higher setting is always better.
Good fit for
- Codebase changes
- Multi-step workflows
- Long-document analysis with tools
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The facts that matter for text models
These are provider-published specifications, not Cody benchmark scores. Follow the linked sources for current limits and endpoint-specific exceptions.
- Context window
- 1.05M tokensMaximum combined prompt and working context documented by the provider.
- Maximum output
- 128K tokensProvider-published response limit, where available.
- Knowledge cutoff
- April 20, 2026Latest reliable knowledge date explicitly published by the model provider. Search and connected tools can retrieve newer information but do not change the model's built-in cutoff.
- Input price
- $2 / 1MCurrent standard list price per million input tokens unless noted.
- Output price
- $10 / 1MCurrent standard list price per million output tokens unless noted.
- Inputs
- Text, imageMedia types accepted by the listed model endpoint.
- Tools & agents
- Functions, web/file search, code, computer, MCPSelected native tools and agent-building capabilities, not an exhaustive list.
Pricing & comparisons
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One run sends your input to the model once and receives an answer. Tokens are pieces of text: input is what you send, output is the answer you receive.
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GPT-6 Sol
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Estimated total (USD)
For the usage above · USD · API pricing, not a subscription
- Input tokens
- $2.00 per 1M tokens
- Output tokens
- $10.00 per 1M tokens
How this estimate works
Estimates exclude taxes, tools, cache storage/writes, free allowances and custom discounts. Image estimates cover output only, not prompt or reference-image charges. Quality modes differ by model. Unlisted settings are not treated as free.
API and provider access
Where to get GPT-6 Sol
Availability
Regions and access stage
Direct API access in supported countries; account and regional restrictions apply.
EU data residency requires Standard processing. Check OpenAI's supported countries and account eligibility.
Check live availabilityData and training
The route matters.
OpenAI says API inputs and outputs are not used for model training by default. Default abuse-monitoring logs may be retained for up to 30 days; qualifying organizations can request other controls.
This is a concise reading of the cited provider material, not legal advice. A third-party gateway can have different storage, routing, training, and residency terms from the model maker's direct API.
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GPT-6 Sol FAQ
What is GPT-6 Sol?
An OpenAI model for coding projects and assistants that carry out several steps with tools. GPT-6 Sol accepts text and images and returns text. Its 1.05M-token context and 128K-token output limit provide room for large codebases and reference documents. It is a separate model from GPT-5.6 Sol.
When was GPT-6 Sol released?
GPT-6 Sol was released on September 22, 2026 according to the cited provider materials.
Where can I access GPT-6 Sol?
Direct API access in supported countries; account and regional restrictions apply. The access routes listed in this guide are OpenAI.
How much does GPT-6 Sol cost?
$2 input · $10 output / 1M tokens. Above 272K input tokens, the whole request uses 2× input/cache rates and 1.5× output rates. Cache writes cost 1.25× input rates. Batch/Flex cost 50% of Standard; Fast mode costs 2×. Regional processing adds 10%; tools cost extra.
Where is GPT-6 Sol available?
Direct API access in supported countries; account and regional restrictions apply. EU data residency requires Standard processing. Check OpenAI's supported countries and account eligibility.
Is my GPT-6 Sol API data used for training?
OpenAI says API inputs and outputs are not used for model training by default. Default abuse-monitoring logs may be retained for up to 30 days; qualifying organizations can request other controls. The policy belongs to the provider route and account terms, so verify it again before production use.
Price comparison
One price per model, using the same input/output mix. We weight each API rate by its share of one million total tokens and use the lowest matching reviewed route. This is a comparison rate, not a cost per task or a quality score. Tokenizers, caching, reasoning and long context can change your actual bill.
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