Model Comparison
GPT-5.4 (Xhigh)
vs. Claude Fable 5.2 (Max, Default Fallback)
GPT-5.4 (Xhigh) has not been available at LLMBase since 26 October 2026. Open alternative: DeepSeek V4 Pro →
Comparing 2 AI models · 0 benchmarks · OpenAI, Anthropic
Recommended Pick
Strongest on: Input price, Output price, Blended price
Lowest Price
GPT-5.4 (Xhigh)
$2.50/1M input price
Differences That Matter
Price gap
GPT-5.4 (Xhigh) is 3.2x cheaper on input tokens than Claude Fable 5.2 (Max, Default Fallback).
Speed gap
Claude Fable 5.2 (Max, Default Fallback) generates about 1.1x as many tokens per second as GPT-5.4 (Xhigh).
Top-pick rationale
GPT-5.4 (Xhigh) wins 5 measurable categories, including Input price, Output price, Blended price, TTFT.
Response Face-Off
Run one prompt through the selected models and compare response quality with live speed and cost context.
GPT-5.4 (Xhigh)
OpenAI
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Claude Fable 5.2 (Max, Default Fallback)
Anthropic
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Full Comparison
| Metric | Top Pick Op GPT-5.4 (Xhigh) | An Claude Fable 5.2 (Max, Default Fallback) |
|---|---|---|
| Pricing per 1M tokens | ||
| Input Cost | $2.50/1M | $8.00/1M |
| Output Cost | $15.00/1M | $40.00/1M |
| Blended (3:1) | $5.63/1M | $16.00/1M |
| Specifications | ||
| Organization | OpenAI | Anthropic |
| Release Date | Mar 5, 2026 | Nov 9, 2026 |
| Performance & Speed | ||
| Throughput | 87.1 tok/s | 94.0 tok/s |
| TTFT | 205170ms | 249300ms |
| Latency | 205170ms | 249300ms |
| Composite Indices | ||
| Value Score | — | 100.0 |
| Reasoning Score | — | 64.6 |
| Intelligence | — | 64.6 |
Key Takeaways
GPT-5.4 (Xhigh) offers the best value at $2.50/1M,making it ideal for high-volume applications and cost-conscious projects.
All models support context windows of ∞+ tokens,suitable for processing lengthy documents and maintaining extended conversations.
When to Choose Each Model
GPT-5.4 (Xhigh)
- Cost-sensitive applications
- High-volume processing
Claude Fable 5.2 (Max, Default Fallback)
- General-purpose AI
- Versatile applications