audio model comparison
Gemini 3.5 Transcribe vs GPT Transcribe
Gemini 3.5 Transcribe and GPT Transcribe are both current audio models, from Google and OpenAI. GPT Transcribe is 10% cheaper per audio minute than Gemini 3.5 Transcribe, $0.0045 vs $0.005. On Artificial Analysis AA-WER v2, Gemini 3.5 Transcribe scores 2.6 % WER and GPT Transcribe 3.31 % WER (Artificial Analysis, measured October 13, 2026).
Data verified October 13, 2026 · Dataset 2026-10-13
Side by side
Standard-tier prices in effect today. The better value in each row is highlighted.
| Fact | Gemini 3.5 Transcribe | GPT Transcribe |
|---|---|---|
| Price per audio minute | $0.005 | $0.0045 (better) |
| Artificial Analysis AA-WER v2 | 2.6 % WER (#4 of 6) (better) | 3.31 % WER (#5 of 6) |
| Provider | OpenAI | |
| Release date | August 26, 2026 | July 28, 2026 |
| Access | API only | API only |
| Context window | Not reported | Not reported |
| Max output | Not reported | Not reported |
| Input | audio | audio, text |
| Output | text | text |
When to choose each
Gemini 3.5 Transcribe
Best for
- Batch transcription with speaker labels
- Multilingual meeting and call transcripts
Watch out for
- One hour of audio per request, or 30 minutes with diarization or timestamps
- Custom vocabulary cannot be combined with diarization or timestamps, and there is no Batch API
GPT Transcribe
Best for
- Transcribing recorded audio files
Watch out for
- Live microphone audio goes to a separate model, gpt-live-transcribe, at $0.017 per minute
- OpenAI's model page does not mention speaker diarization
Gemini 3.5 Transcribe vs GPT Transcribe FAQ
Which is cheaper, Gemini 3.5 Transcribe or GPT Transcribe?
GPT Transcribe is 10% cheaper per audio minute than Gemini 3.5 Transcribe, $0.0045 vs $0.005.
Which scores higher on independent benchmarks, Gemini 3.5 Transcribe or GPT Transcribe?
Gemini 3.5 Transcribe leads on Artificial Analysis AA-WER v2, 2.6 % WER to 3.31 % WER. Scores are independent evaluations, not either vendor's launch figures.
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Production evaluation
Choosing between Gemini 3.5 Transcribe and GPT Transcribe?
Public benchmarks narrow the shortlist. We run both on your own tasks, data and cost limits, then build the routing and review controls to run the winner in production.
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