GLM-5 vs Grok 4
Side-by-side benchmark comparison across coding, math, reasoning, speed, and pricing.
Grok 4 by xAI wins on 2 of 4 benchmarks against GLM-5 by Zhipu AI, which leads on 1. This head-to-head comparison covers coding, math, reasoning, speed, and pricing metrics from the AI Value Index.
Category-by-Category Breakdown
General Intelligence: In general intelligence, GLM-5 scores 1456 on Chatbot Arena ELO compared to Grok 4's 1430.
Context: In context, Grok 4 scores 256K on Context Length compared to GLM-5's 200K.
Speed Comparison
GLM-5 generates output at 55 tok/s compared to Grok 4's 55 tok/s, and the time to first token is 1030 ms for GLM-5 versus 500 ms for Grok 4. Both models offer similar output speed.
Verdict
GLM-5 leads across the board in general intelligence, making it the stronger overall choice in this comparison.
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GLM-5 vs Grok 4 — FAQ
Which is better, GLM-5 or Grok 4?
Grok 4 wins on more benchmarks overall (2 vs 1). However, the best choice depends on your specific needs — each model excels in different areas.
How does GLM-5 compare to Grok 4 for coding?
SWE-bench Verified data is not available for both models. Check the detailed comparison charts above for other coding-related metrics.
Is GLM-5 cheaper than Grok 4?
Complete pricing data is not available for both models. Check the pricing section of the comparison above for available cost information.
Which is faster, GLM-5 or Grok 4?
Both models generate output at the same speed of 55 tok/s.
What benchmarks does the GLM-5 vs Grok 4 comparison cover?
This comparison covers 4 benchmarks including Chatbot Arena ELO, Output Speed, Time to First Token, Context Length. Metrics span general intelligence, coding, math, reasoning, speed, and cost categories.