GPT-5.6 Terra vs GPT-6 Sol
GPT-5.6 Terra (OpenAI) vs GPT-6 Sol (OpenAI), compared on price, context, speed and Arabic support. Both run on thalam through one OpenAI-compatible API, so you can switch between them with a single model id change.
Specs side by side
| Spec | GPT-5.6 Terra | GPT-6 Sol |
|---|---|---|
| Provider | OpenAI | OpenAI |
| Type | Text | Text |
| Context window | 1M | 1M |
| Max output | 128K | 128K |
| Input price | $2.00 / 1M | $2.00 / 1M |
| Output price | $12.00 / 1M | $10.00 / 1M |
| Speed | Medium | Medium |
| Arabic support | Strong | Strong |
Which should you choose?
- The balanced tier of OpenAI's GPT-5.6 generation. Same 1M-token context and image input, tuned for everyday production work
- The middle tier of OpenAI's GPT-6 generation: GPT-6 reasoning with a 1M-token context and image input, at a fifth of Astra's price
One OpenAI-compatible endpoint, one bill. Switch between them with a single model id change, pay per use, credits never expire.
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FAQ
What's the difference between GPT-5.6 Terra and GPT-6 Sol?
They are closely matched on the headline specs; the best choice depends on your workload. Both are available on thalam behind one OpenAI-compatible API.
Is GPT-5.6 Terra or GPT-6 Sol cheaper?
They are priced similarly ($2.00 / 1M vs $2.00 / 1M). On thalam you pay per use with no subscription, so you can A/B them on cost with no commitment.
Can I use both GPT-5.6 Terra and GPT-6 Sol with one API key?
Yes. thalam is OpenAI-compatible, so both models are reachable through the same endpoint. Switching between them is a one-line model id change, no code rewrite.