Comprehensive side-by-side LLM comparison
GPT-4.1 mini leads with 30.0% higher average benchmark score. GPT-4.1 mini supports multimodal inputs. GPT-4.1 mini is available on 2 providers. Overall, GPT-4.1 mini is the stronger choice for coding tasks.
OpenAI
GPT-4.1 Mini was created as a smaller, more efficient variant of GPT-4.1, designed to provide strong capabilities with reduced computational requirements. Built to serve applications where speed and cost are priorities while maintaining solid performance, it extends the GPT-4.1 capabilities to resource-conscious deployments.
Microsoft
Phi-4 Mini was created as an even more compact variant of Phi-4, designed to bring fourth-generation capabilities to the smallest possible footprint. Built for extreme efficiency scenarios, it enables AI capabilities on devices and applications where resources are severely constrained.
2 months newer

Phi 4 Mini
Microsoft
2025-02-01

GPT-4.1 mini
OpenAI
2025-04-14
Context window and performance specifications
Average performance across 2 common benchmarks

GPT-4.1 mini

Phi 4 Mini
GPT-4.1 mini
2024-05-31
Phi 4 Mini
2024-06-01
Available providers and their performance metrics

GPT-4.1 mini
OpenAI
ZeroEval


GPT-4.1 mini

Phi 4 Mini

GPT-4.1 mini

Phi 4 Mini
Phi 4 Mini