Gemini 2.5 Pro API pricing & setup
As of 2026-10-17, the cheapest Gemini 2.5 Pro channel is Official (Intl): $1.25 input / $10 output per 1M tokens (blended $3.44). Context —.
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Channel comparison (per 1M tokens)
| Channel | Blended | Input | Output | Cached | Access & payment (this channel) | Notes | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Official (Intl) $1.25 / $10 | $3.44 | $1.25 | $10 | $0.125 | ✗CN direct?Alipay·unverified?ID·unverified?Intl card·unverified conditions source2026-10-17 | Prompts ≤200K; >200K: input $2.50 / output $15 models.dev ✓ | ai.google.dev 2026-10-17 |
Access & payment conditions are verified per channel (see the column above); unverified never counts as met.
How to use Gemini 2.5 Pro in Claude Code / Codex / OpenCode
Provider-specific setup not yet verified. Generic setup: guides
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Price history
- 2026-10-17 · Official (Intl) · Gemini 2.5 Pro listed · $1.25 / $10
FAQ
How much does the Gemini 2.5 Pro API cost?
Cheapest channel (Official (Intl)): $1.25 input / $10 output per 1M tokens, verified 2026-10-17.
Can I use Gemini 2.5 Pro from China?
Official (Intl): direct no, Alipay unverified, ID required unverified, overseas card unverified
Is Gemini 2.5 Pro free?
No free route or deal recorded for this model; pay-as-you-go.
What is Gemini 2.5 Pro's context window?
— tokens