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ERNIE 5.0 API pricing & setup
As of 2026-10-17, the cheapest ERNIE 5.0 channel is Official (China): ¥6 input / ¥24 output per 1M tokens (blended $1.57). Context —.
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Channel comparison (per 1M tokens)
| Channel | Blended | Input | Output | Cached | Access & payment (this channel) | Notes | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Official (China) ¥6 / ¥24 | $1.57 | $0.896 | $3.58 | ✓CN direct✓Alipay✓ID✗Intl card conditions source2026-10-17 | 输入≤32K；32K–128K：输入 ¥10 / 输出 ¥40 | cloud.baidu.com 2026-10-17 |
Access & payment conditions are verified per channel (see the column above); unverified never counts as met.
How to use ERNIE 5.0 in Claude Code / Codex / OpenCode
Provider-specific setup not yet verified. Generic setup: guides
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Price history
- 2026-10-17 · Official (China) · ERNIE 5.0 listed · ¥6 / ¥24
FAQ
How much does the ERNIE 5.0 API cost?
Cheapest channel (Official (China)): ¥6 input / ¥24 output per 1M tokens, verified 2026-10-17.
Can I use ERNIE 5.0 from China?
Official (China): direct yes, Alipay yes, ID required yes, overseas card no
Is ERNIE 5.0 free?
No free route or deal recorded for this model; pay-as-you-go.
What is ERNIE 5.0's context window?
— tokens