GLM-5V Turbo API pricing & setup
As of 2026-10-17, the cheapest GLM-5V Turbo channel is OpenRouter: $1.2 input / $4 output per 1M tokens (blended $1.9). Context 203K.
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Context: 203K · Max output: 131K · Modalities: image, text, video · Listed: 2026-04-01
Channel comparison (per 1M tokens)
| Channel | Blended | Input | Output | Cached | Access & payment (this channel) | Notes | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OpenRouter $1.2 / $4 | $1.9 | $1.2 | $4 | $0.24 | ✓CN direct✓Alipay✗ID✗Intl card conditions source2026-10-17 | Original vendor endpoint: Z.AI | openrouter.ai 2026-10-17 |
Access & payment conditions are verified per channel (see the column above); unverified never counts as met.
How to use GLM-5V Turbo in Claude Code / Codex / OpenCode
Official helper: npx @z_ai/coding-helper
Check the provider docs for exact model IDs. Source
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Price history
- 2026-10-17 · OpenRouter · GLM-5V Turbo listed · $1.2 / $4
FAQ
How much does the GLM-5V Turbo API cost?
Cheapest channel (OpenRouter): $1.2 input / $4 output per 1M tokens, verified 2026-10-17.
Can I use GLM-5V Turbo from China?
OpenRouter: direct yes, Alipay yes, ID required no, overseas card no
Is GLM-5V Turbo free?
No free route or deal recorded for this model; pay-as-you-go.
What is GLM-5V Turbo's context window?
203K tokens