OpenAI Unveils Low-Cost AI Model, a Day After Shelving Astra Upgrade
OpenAI launched GPT-6.1 Sol at DevDay on 29 September at one-fifth of GPT-6 Astra’s token price, a day after it shelved GPT-6.1 Astra for ignoring instructions. We compare prices with Astra, GPT-6 Sol and Claude Opus 5.5, break down OpenAI’s benchmarks, read the system card’s Critical cybersecurity rating and alignment results, and explain when to switch.